The Story Of Band Aid's "Do They Know It's Christmas" (Part 2 - The Aftermath)

Biggest I Ever Had - Music Podcast

04-05-2021 • 59 minutos

Dan and Dave react to, review and analyse the top 25 biggest-selling singles in UK chart history.

This week, Dan and Dave continue the discussion about Band Aid's "Do They Know It's Christmas?"

In this episode, they discuss the controversial legacy of the hit - including allegations that the money went towards buying weapons for a communist dictator.

We also discuss the role of celebrities in charity, when celebrity intervention works - and when it doesn't.

Artists discussed include Morrissey, Chumbawamba, Akon, Madonna, Marlon Brando, Bono, and of course Kanye West.