Rare Footage from 1985

1980s

Explore 2 rare behind-the-scenes clips and footage of famous musicians from 1985.

1985 in Music

Live Aid raised awareness of famine in Ethiopia. The Smiths released 'Meat Is Murder'. New Order released 'Low-Life'. Dire Straits' 'Money for Nothing' became the first video played on MTV Europe. Whitney Houston released her debut. NWA formed in Compton.