Red Hot compilation promotes Aids awareness through tropicália

The series which started with Cole Porter covers recognises Brazil's recognition as 'a major force in world affairs'In 1989, Leigh Blake and John Carlin were just two friends with a dream. In response to the effect of the Aids epidemic on NYC's artistic community, they wanted to make a charity pop album of Cole Porter covers. But not just any old lift-music crooning. They had their sights set on superstars. They wanted Band Aid but with less Midge Ure. A year later Red Hot + Blue was released...

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