Thousands gathered in Rome’s ancient Circus Maximus today to watch Faith Hill, Duran Duran and a long list of Italian stars, in one of 10 concerts across the globe to help raise awareness about African poverty.

Artists confirmed so far for the Live 8 concerts on July 2: London: Mariah Carey; Coldplay; Dido; Keane; Elton John; Annie Lennox; Paul McCartney; Muse; Razorlight; REM; Scissor Sisters; Snow Patrol; Stereophonics; Sting; Joss Stone; Robbie Williams; U2; Velvet Revolver; Bob Geldof; The Killers; Madonna; The Cure.