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“Video Aid: The Feed the World Compilation.” Virgin/Sony. $29.95. Part of Bob Geldof’s campaign to raise money for famine victims in Ethiopia, this package features 21 rock videos, including “Do They Know It’s Christmas,” the 1984 all-star recording that triggered the recent series of pop humanitarian projects. Selections vary greatly in style and quality--from the arty elegance of Ultravox’s “Vienna” to the travelogue gloss of Duran Duran’s “Save a Prayer.” Best: Peter Gabriel and (director) Brian Grant’s striking “Shock the Monkey.” Among other acts involved: U2, Phil Collins, Culture Club, Wham!, Paul McCartney, Eurythmics and Bananarama. Information: (800) 874-4164. 1/2
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