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 | | Sunday, 21 October, 2001, 10:58 GMT 11:58 UK In pictures: New York benefit concert Some of the biggest names in rock music gathered for a charity concert, held at New York's Madison Square Garden, in the wake of the 11 September attacks.  Sir Paul McCartney, with his back to the camera, was mobbed by firefighters and policemen on stage  The show raised $14m (�9m) in ticket sales alone  Elton John and Billy Joel performed in front of an image of the Twin Towers  Harrison Ford was among the film stars to appear  Melissa Etheridge performed Springsteen's Born to Run  Meg Ryan welcomed the family of one of the victims  The Who were among many UK performers | | See also:  Internet links: The BBC is not responsible for the content of external internet sites Top Music stories now:  Links to more Music stories are at the foot of the page. | |||||||||||||||||||||
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