UB40 are an English reggae and pop band, formed in December 1978 in Birmingham, England. The band has had more than 50 singles in the UK Singles Chart, and has also achieved considerable international success.
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Why did Ali and Robin Campbell fall out?
The two groups had legal issues as Ali Campbell was using the band’s name to perform. In 2014, the Mirror reported guitarist and vocalist Robin Campbell as saying: “Ali is selling tickets as UB40 when he isn’t. He’s taken our name because he can’t sell tickets on his own.
What does UB40 stand for?
Unemployment Benefit, Form 40
The name “UB40” was selected in reference to an attendance card issued to people claiming unemployment benefits from the UK government Department of Employment. The designation UB40 stood for Unemployment Benefit, Form 40.
What happened to lead singer of UB40?
UB40 announce new lead singer following Duncan Campbell’s retirement. UB40 have announced that KIOKO musician Matt Doyle will be their new lead singer. The move follows on from last week’s news of Duncan Campbell’s retirement from music after he suffered a seizure at his home in June.
Are UB40 still together?
Current members of UB40
The original UB40 are still together, with four of the original members remaining, and a new lead vocalist in the form of Matt Doyle, an accomplished reggae singer from fellow Birmingham reggae band, Kioko. Doyle took over from Duncan Campbell after he left the band.