On July 13, 1985, the best and most important Rock bands of the moment came together to fight against hunger. On that occasion, it was a matter of raising a large sum of money for the benefit of people going through a severe famine crisis, specifically, Somalia and Ethiopia. Renowned groups such as Queen, U2, Dire Straits, Ledd Zeppelin, Eric Clapton and Paul McCartney, among many others, participated in the event.
Since then, Every year on July 13, World Rock Day is celebrated, because it should be remembered that artists and musicians in addition to being stars, are solidarity and they are involved in the fight against injustices as important as world hunger. Many of these artists dedicate a large part of their income to fight in various solidarity causes, anonymously and constantly.
The music and the artists that in many cases are treated frivolously, on that as on many other occasions joined together to fight for a better world. Each grain of sand adds up, if each one fulfilled his small part, the world could be so much fairer to everyone. That is the message that should remain from that act of solidarity, in which millions of people around the world joined the rhythm of Rock to fight against hunger in the world.
How to celebrate Rock Day with kids
Take advantage of this day to enjoy good music with the children, teach them the most imposing guitars and instruments or the mythical songs of groups that still resonate despite the passage of time. But you can also take advantage of this occasion to celebrate with your children something more than rock day. When an almost unknown at the time Bob Geldof organized the “Live Aid” event, he could hardly think what it would mean on a global level.
In addition to bringing together the best Rock bands in the world, the most recognized and applauded artists for decades, who even today continue to sell albums like no one else, managed to combine music with solidarity. Demystify the figure of the egocentric and eccentric artist, in favor of the person that each one hides. Because with exceptions, among the best musicians in the world there are great philanthropists.
Is a great occasion to teach your children what solidarity consists of, why do we all have to fight together for those who do not have the same luck. It begins by explaining that throughout history, great musicians of the world have come together to fight against the most disadvantaged. Search the Internet for images of the concert that is being honored today, so that together you can vibrate with some of the best songs in history.
Teach your children to be supportive
Solidarity must be instilled, since children are not born with that feeling. Is about a value to be acquired, to be learned to understand. Because children do not know that there are other people, other children who are not as lucky as them. That those same children do not have to live in another country or another continent. Your classmates, your friends in the park, your own neighbors may be going through a bad situation.
It is there where children will learn what solidarity is, donating their toys for other children who need them. Sharing snacks, sweets, or games with other children. Learning to be empathetic to be able to put yourself in the place of others, and thus learn to live in a more just, supportive and free society for all. Because there are many ways to help other people, even buying a concert ticket.
If, in addition to teaching your children a lesson in humanity, you introduce them to the wonderful world of Rock, you can create a unique and special bond. Because among those musicians who have sometimes been and are criticized for their image of "tough" people, there are great humanitarians who spend a lot of time, effort and money to improve the lives of others.