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USA for Africa records
LSC.1669
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Description
USA for Africa was part of a plan to distribute the proceeds of a musical recording to benefit famine victims in Africa and
projects in the U.S. The collection consists of office files and videotapes related to the activities of USA for Africa.
Background
USA for Africa, incorporated under the leadership of Ken Kragen on January 10, 1985, was part of a plan to distribute the
proceeds of a musical recording to benefit famine victims in Africa. Forty-five musicians recorded the single titled, "We
are the world," on January 28, 1985, which became the quickest selling record in music history. Over $53.1 million was distributed
or allocated to projects in Africa and the U.S.
Extent
112.5 Linear Feet
(213 boxes, 2 cartons, 4 oversize boxes)
Restrictions
Property rights to the objects belong to UCLA Library Special Collections. All other rights, including copyright, are retained
by the creators and their heirs. It is the responsibility of the researcher to determine who holds the copyright and pursue
the copyright owner or his or her heir for permission to publish where The UC Regents do not hold the copyright.
Availability
Portions of collection unprocessed. Audio and audiovisual materials are unavailable for access. Please see LSC's Access to
Unprocessed Collections Policy for more information about levels of discovery and access of special collections materials
and registering interest in unprocessed collections.