The Day Queen Stole Live Aid
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This Day in Queen History
Queen perform at Live Aid, Wembley Stadium, in a set later voted among the greatest live performances in rock history.
Bohemian Rhapsody is released as a single, breaking contemporary radio convention.
The Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert is held at Wembley before 72,000 people.