"Over the course of 40 years, hundreds of thousands of people — probably millions — are alive because of a little pop song," Geldof said on CNNBob Geldof is doubling down on his support of the 40th anniversary re-recording of the classic charity single "Do They Know It's Christmas?

Bob Geldof has defended his Band Aid charity single against criticism, including Ed Sheeran's complaint last week that he would not have added his vocals to a new mix had he been asked. This Monday sees the 40th anniversary of the day a roll-call of the UK's biggest pop stars (and a few overseas guests)

Bob Geldof has responded after British pop star Ed Sheeran said he had changed his stance on Band Aid charity single “Do They Know It’s Christmas?”. Last week, Sheeran shared a statement telling followers that he had not been asked to have his vocals featured on a new mix of the song,

Bob Geldof is defending 'Do They Know It’s Christmas?' and the charity work Band Aid has accomplished after facing criticism from Ed Sheeran and Fuse ODG. 'This little pop song has kept millions of people alive,

The red-haired Sheeran previously said he would have "respectfully declined" participating in the upcoming song.