Elvis Costello

Elvis Costello - All You Need Is Love Performance at Live Aid, Wembley Stadium

Wembley Stadium
London, United Kingdom

• In July 1985, during the Live Aid benefit concert, Elvis Costello performed a rendition of "All You Need Is Love" at Wembley Stadium in front of an au... Read Full Description >

  In July 1985, during the Live Aid benefit concert, Elvis Costello performed a rendition of "All You Need Is Love" at Wembley Stadium in front of an audience of 72,000 attendees. This performance came shortly after the release of his album "King of America" in 1986, showcasing a period of creative diversification for Costello. The album blended rock, country, and folk influences, marking a departure from his earlier punk and new wave sound. Live Aid was a significant event not only for its charitable cause—raising funds for the Ethiopian famine—but also for demonstrating the capacity of music to unite people globally. Interestingly, while Costello is often associated with the punk era, by this time he had matured into a versatile artist, embracing various musical styles and political themes, which he underscored through his participation in such a high-profile event.