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Terry Hall and The Colourfield performed on stage at Coventry Lanchester Polytechnic in
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Terry Hall and The Colourfield performed on stage at Coventry Lanchester Polytechnic in
Terry Hall and The Colourfield performed on stage at Coventry Lanchester Polytechnic in the Cov Aid event to help feed starving children in Arica. It was the hometown debut for the Colourfield. 15 bands from the Coventry area each performed a 20-minute set in the six-and-a-half-hour celebration. They alternated between two halls, playing to more thatn 800 enthusiastic pop fans. The event raised more than £ 3, 200 for the war against hunger in Ethiopia and Sudan.
21st October 1985
Coventry Telegraph Archive
Mirrorpix
Coventry
England
Media ID 21342571
© Mirrorpix
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This print captures the electrifying performance of Terry Hall and The Colourfield on stage at Coventry Lanchester Polytechnic during the Cov Aid event in 1985. This momentous occasion marked the hometown debut for The Colourfield, a band that would go on to leave an indelible mark on the music industry. As part of this remarkable event, 15 bands from the Coventry area took turns performing their unique 20-minute sets, creating a six-and-a-half-hour celebration of music. With more than 800 enthusiastic pop fans in attendance, two halls were utilized as venues to accommodate everyone's excitement. However, this concert was not just about entertainment; it had a noble cause behind it. Cov Aid aimed to raise funds for starving children in Africa, particularly those suffering from hunger in Ethiopia and Sudan. Incredibly, this extraordinary gathering managed to collect over £3,200 for the war against hunger. The energy emanating from this image is palpable as Terry Hall and The Colourfield command the stage with their musical prowess. It serves as a timeless reminder of how music can bring people together for both enjoyment and philanthropy while showcasing Coventry's vibrant youth culture during the 1980s. Preserved by Mirrorpix through Memory Lane Prints, this photograph immortalizes an unforgettable moment where artistry merged with compassion to make a difference in our world.
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