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"The Concert for Bangladesh" album

"The Concert for Bangladesh" album captures the live recordings from a 1971 benefit concert organized by George Harrison and Ravi Shankar to raise awareness and funds for refugees from Bangladesh’s liberation war. The album features performances by notable artists such as Harrison, Bob Dylan, Eric Clapton, and Billy Preston, blending rock, folk, and Indian classical music. It is renowned as one of the first large-scale charity rock albums, combining compelling music with a humanitarian cause. The album not only raised essential funds but also helped spotlight the crisis, marking a significant moment in music history and social activism.