“The best concert of all time.” What comes to your mind when you read that? To me, there are a few contenders. One is Bob Dylanat the Free Trade Hall in 1965 where a fan shouted “Judas,” and we got one of the most iconic moments in music history, with him saying, “I don’t believe you.”
Another is the legendary 1991 Metallica concert in Moscow, which saw 1.6 million in attendance. Then, there’s The Band’s remarkable send off with “The Last Waltz,” or even The Goo Goo Dolls’ iconic Buffalo performance in torrential rain. But perhaps you thought of a different concert: Queen’s legendary set at Live Aid.
It’s the most iconic moment of the band’s entire career. When you think of Queen, you probably think of Freddie Mercury belting out his vocal warmup with the audience, commanding the masses like a symphony conductor.
It’s a sea of endless people all reveling in the majesty that was Queen as a live band. That iconic moment just turned 40 yesterday, and so many are still in shock of the greatness of that performance.
To this day it still amazes. It’s one of the most powerful live performances imaginable, and fans completely agree, giving the anniversary many kind birthday wishes in the comments.
“No one. NO ONE. Commanded the stage like Freddie. Friggin. Mercury.”
“That energy could be felt through my phone.”
“The best live performance band in the world!”
It’s one of the most iconic moments in music history, and I have no doubt that that will still be true in another 40 years to come.