[41], Terence Wilson (born 24 June 1957 in Birmingham), better known by his stage name Astro, is a British musician, rapper, and toaster, who was part of UB40 from 1979 until he left the group in November 2013. "I was the only professional spoon player in the country registered with the Musicians' Union – until they registered me as a vocalist," said Campbell. They have been nominated for the Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album four times, and in 1984 were nominated for the Brit Awardfor Best British Group. He has wide-ranging musical tastes, from reggae to soul to opera. UB40's Brian Travers diagnosed with brain tumour, Are Egypt's dreams of democracy still alive? In a statement posted on Twitter on Tuesday, the British reggae band confirmed Duncan had fallen ill, but reassured fans he is “already up and about”. [53] In February, with the current group known as UB40 and the newly formed group with Astro as a member both due to perform in Dubai on the same day, the new group announced a name change to UB40 Reunited. Duncan was offered the position of lead singer in 1978. Read about our approach to external linking. He is also known for his on-stage dancing. .css-1snjdh1-IconContainer{display:none;height:0.875em;width:0.875em;vertical-align:-0.0625em;margin-right:0.25em;}Are Egypt's dreams of democracy still alive? © 2021 BBC. Norman Hassan said of the recording: "if you stripped my track down, you could hear the birds in the background." His brother, Earl Falconer, the band's bassist, was driving with nearly twice the legal limit of alcohol in his blood. [1], In October 2011, UB40 were commemorated with a Heritage Award, a ceremonial plaque from the UK's PRS for Music. Current bandmate Robin Campbell is also his brother, and he is the son of the late folk singer Ian Campbell. [25] In October 2011 Travers, Wilson, Hassan and Brown were declared bankrupt. Ali Campbell currently performs under the name UB40 featuring Ali Campbell & Astro. UB40 collaborators include: Pato Banton, Madness, Bitty McLean, Chrissie Hynde, Maxi Priest, Robert Palmer, Hunterz, Japanese artist Mikidozan, French artist Nuttea, Lady Saw, Afrika Bambaataa, 808 State. Three years later UB40 performed at the Birmingham Heart Beat Charity Concert 1986. The group announced the news, but reassured fans that he is “up and about”. [29] On 22 November 2013 Astro announced in a statement that he had left the band, describing it as a "rudderless ship" and criticising the "serious lack of communication between the band and management" and the country-orientated direction of their latest album. His brother Ali Campbell co-founded UB40 in 1978 and was the … [22], In 2009 the band released the first new album with their new lead singer Duncan Campbell; another in the Labour of Love cover series entitled Labour of Love IV. UB40's first single, "King"/"Food for Thought" was released on Graduate Records, a local independent label run by David Virr. It’s as simple as that". In 1987 Ray "Pablo" Falconer, producer of UB40 music, died in a car crash. Duncan Campbell UB40 singer Duncan Campbell is recovering in hospital after suffering a stroke. The 62-year-old singer, who replaced his brother Ali Campbell in 2008, is “already up … As UB40 grew in popularity, they encouraged and supported local musicians and bands from Birmingham, such as Beshara, often bringing them on tour. [52] The band released their new song, "Reggae Music" as a free download in January 2014. Their first gig took place on 9 February 1979 at The Hare & Hounds Pub in Kings Heath, Birmingham for a friend's birthday party. UB40 frontman Duncan Campbell is in hospital after suffering a stroke. [11], Their most successful worldwide single release is their reggae/pop version of "(I Can't Help) Falling in Love With You", which was the main title to the 1993 Sharon Stone movie Sliver; it was a number one hit across Europe and in the US. A statement from the band said the 62-year-old, from … When asked why he did not join UB40 in 1978, he joked because they were "crap"[45] and that he "was too smart for them and he knew that they would get nowhere". UB40's Duncan Campbell performing at the Royal Albert Hall in London in 2018. [36] Their early musical style was unique, with a heavy influence of analogue synthesisers, psychedelic rock guitar, saxophone and dub producer techniques. [15] Mickey Virtue departed shortly afterwards citing the same issues that Campbell had as reasons for his departure. UB40 singer Duncan Campbell has been hospitalised after suffering a stroke. It was originally stated that this was in order for Campbell to concentrate on solo projects, but Campbell later said he was leaving due to management and business disputes. 4 on the UK Singles Chart. [17][18] Another local newspaper reporting that Maxi Priest would be the new UB40 frontman, also included a statement from band spokesman Gerard Franklyn which contradicted this claim: "Maxi is collaborating with the band to record material but no decision has been made to replace Ali Campbell with one definitive singer. He was a professional spoon player. It was recorded in a bedsit in Birmingham and was produced by Bob Lamb. [4], Referencing the group's longevity, Ali Campbell has said that the group was fortunate in choosing a relatively young genre, as reggae "... hasn't outlived its own cool like jazz has". The band revealed the worrying news about their 61-year-old … A statement from the band said the 62-year-old, from Birmingham, is … "[19] In April 2008, the BBC reported that Campbell was to be replaced in the band by his brother Duncan, with reggae singer Maxi Priest also bolstering the line-up on tour. A month later UB40's classic lineup was rounded out with the inclusion of percussionist and vocalist Astro. UB40 at 40 Live in Birmingham DVD + 2CD limited edition package celebrating our 40th anniversary at our hometown Christmas show at the Birmingham NIA. UB40 toured South Africa in July 2007 and headlined the Live Earth concert at the Cradle of Humankind, near Johannesburg. After starting off as percussionist in 1978, he learned the trombone in 1981, when the band decided to add a brass section. We're saving the legacy". They have been nominated for the Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album four times, and in 1984 were nominated for the Brit Award for Best British Group. UB40 UBTV..Christmas Special..Anant Shah asks Duncan... 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Duncan Campbell became the lead singer for UB40 after his brother Ali Campbell left the band in 2008. UB40 have sold over 70 million records worldwide. Signing Off was released on 29 August 1980. They have performed twice at the Night of the Proms, in 2000 and in 2006. [21] The band toured the US, which included their first show at the Hollywood Bowl. He joined the band in 2008 after the departure of his brother Ali Campbell,[44] the former UB40 lead singer. UB40 are an English reggae and pop band, formed in December 1978 in Birmingham, England. [12] UB40 are featured in the 1988 film The Yob. It entered the UK Albums Chart on 2 October 1980, and spent 71 weeks in total on the chart. [51], In January 2014, Astro, with other former UB40 members Ali Campbell and Mickey Virtue, announced plans to reform and record under the UB40 name. [21] Their next release, on EMI, was a collection called Love Songs, which was a compilation of hits mainly from the Labour of Love series and all featuring Ali Campbell on vocals – it reached number 3 in the UK. On 24 January 2008, UB40 lead singer Ali Campbell announced that he was leaving the band after a dispute with the management; UB40 announced that they would carry on. Priest had joined UB40 on their arena tour in 2007, culminating in sell-out shows at the NEC Birmingham in December. The wristbands also included the Dub Sessions remix album and photos. 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The Red Red Wine singer - who replaced his brother as lead singer of the British reggae group in 2008 - … UB40 singer Duncan Campbell is currently in the hospital after suffering a stroke. Norman Lamont Hassan (born 26 January 1958) is a British musician of Yemeni and Welsh descent who is best known as being a member of UB40 since its foundation in 1978. Campbell became le ad singer of UB40 when his brother Ali left the group in 2008, who has since toured as part of the breakaway group UB40 Featuring Ali, Astro & Mickey. UB40 stood for Unemployment Benefit, Form 40. Duncan Campbell (left) and his brother Robin upstairs at the Hare & Hounds in Kings Heath after after playing UB40's secret 40th anniversary … Both of these also topped the UK Singles Chart, as did the band's version of "I Got You Babe". Falconer also co-founded the UK bass label Circus Records alongside Flux Pavilion, Doctor P and DJ Swan-E. Falconer attended St. Benedict's junior school and Mosely Road School of Art. .css-1xgx53b-Link{font-family:ReithSans,Helvetica,Arial,freesans,sans-serif;font-weight:700;-webkit-text-decoration:none;text-decoration:none;color:#FFFFFF;}.css-1xgx53b-Link:hover,.css-1xgx53b-Link:focus{-webkit-text-decoration:underline;text-decoration:underline;}Read about our approach to external linking. The title of their first album, Signing Off, indicates the band was signing off from, or ending, their claim for unemployment benefits. Ali Campbell was "disappointed but didn't object" to him joining UB40. VideoAre Egypt's dreams of democracy still alive? He also recorded a reggae album in Jamaica for his brother Ali's record label, but it was never released. The ethnic make-up of the band's original line-up was diverse, with musicians of English, Wel… UB40 singer Duncan Campbell is recovering in hospital after suffering a stroke. [3], The origins of what would become UB40 began when in mid-1978 guitarist Ali Campbell, together with the rhythm section of drummer Jimmy Brown and bassist Earl Falconer, began rehearsing charting reggae songs in addition to some of their own original compositions. Ali Campbell has since toured as part of the breakaway group UB40 Featuring Ali, Astro & Mickey. The band formed in 1978, when guitarist Ali Campbell, drummer Jimmy Brown and bassist Earl Falconer began rehearsing reggae songs as well as some of their own tracks. The package features a live DVD film and a live double album, including 24 tracks spanning our 40 year career. Campbell, a former professional spoon player, became lead singer of UB40 when his brother Ali left the group in 2008. [9] UB40 caught their first break when Chrissie Hynde saw them at a pub and gave them an opportunity as a support act to her band, The Pretenders. Duncan Campbell … Signing Off is now a Platinum album. [27] In 2013 a new album, Getting Over the Storm was announced, their first since 2010 and Labour of Love IV. Duncan Campbell Taken Ill. We can confirm that our lead singer and brother Duncan Campbell was taken to hospital after suffering a stroke. We apologize, but this video has failed to load. [30] Astro joined former UB40 members Ali Campbell and Mickey Virtue on stage at the indigO2 Arena in London on 6 December 2013,[31] and on 17 January 2014 the trio announced on their website that they were in the studio recording new music. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Duncan Campbell, vocalista del grupo UB40, fue hospitalizado de emergencia tras sufrir un ataque cardiaco. He also worked as a casino manager in Barbados, ran a fish and chip shop in Perth, Australia, and has worked as an actor.[44]. .css-po6dm6-ItalicText{font-style:italic;}Follow us on Facebook, on Twitter @BBCNewsEnts, or on Instagram at bbcnewsents. While we can report that he is already up and about, we ask fans to respect Duncan and the Family’s privacy pic.twitter.com/l8d8lbxJgG. [28] The 62-year-old is "up and about" and hoping for a "strong and speedy recovery", a … [2] The ethnic make-up of the band's original line-up was diverse, with musicians of English, Welsh, Irish, Jamaican, Scottish and Yemeni parentage. [37], The Campbell brothers are the sons of the late folk musician, Ian Campbell. Earl was sentenced to six months imprisonment in June 1988 and banned from driving for three years. [16], It was reported by some Birmingham newspapers on 13 March 2008, that Maxi Priest would be the new lead singer of UB40 and had recorded a cover of Bob Marley's "I Shot the Sheriff" with the band, based on information from an unnamed "source close to the band." Duncan Campbell, lead singer of reggae band UB40, has been hospitalised after a stroke, with a spokesperson saying the group are hoping he makes a “speedy recovery.” [3], Their hit singles include their debut "Food for Thought" and two Billboard Hot 100 number ones with "Red Red Wine" and "Can't Help Falling in Love". In 2003, UB40 and the United Colours of Sound recorded "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot" as the official anthem for the England national rugby union team. What happens to your body in extreme heat? UB40 singer Duncan Campbell is recovering in hospital after suffering a stroke. Are Egypt's dreams of democracy still alive? It reached No. Last year saxophonist Brian Travers was diagnosed with a brain tumour, forcing him to pull out of the band's 40th anniversary tour. To coincide, on 1 November 2010 a remastered 2CD+DVD of Signing Off was released as a '30th Anniversary Special Edition'. [14] The remaining seven members released a statement saying: "Ali made a very simple decision; he chose to pursue and put his solo career over and above continuing to work with UB40 after February 2008. [7][8], This lineup of the band lasted long enough to play their first show at the Hare & Hounds pub in Kings Heath in February 1979 and one other, before the band underwent its first lineup change in the form of Babyemi and Lynn leaving the band and Mickey Virtue joining in place of Lynn. [47] In August 2020, Duncan Campbell suffered a stroke.[48]. The 62-year-old is currently recovering in hospital, with a … [21] During the 2009 US Tour UB40 offered fans live concert recordings on USB wristbands. On 30 April 2008, UB40 unveiled Duncan as their new lead singer. Read more Lovecraft Country author: ‘The whole of the US was incredibly racist’ Earl Acton Falconer[49] (born 23 January 1959 in Meriden, Warwickshire) is a British bass player and singer in UB40. UB40 singer Duncan Campbell is in hospital after suffering a stroke. [5], —UB40 vocalist Ali Campbell interview with the BBC in 2018. He sang his first lead vocal on Labour of Love. Duncan Campbell, current lead singer of reggae band UB40, is recovering in hospital after suffering a stroke. The group also made a guest appearance in the 1997 feature film Speed 2: Cruise Control. Duncan Campbell and his brother Robin (Image: Graham Young / BirminghamLive) UB40 have scored more than 40 top 40 songs in the UK and are recognised as one of the country's most successful bands. Like the rest of UB40, he still lives in the City of Birmingham. UB40 and the English ska band Madness hold the record for most weeks spent by a group in the UK singles chart during the 1980s, with 214 weeks each. Released 30/11/20 [1] UB40 have sold over 70 million records worldwide. Robin Campbell, although initially reluctant to commit to forming a band with the others, was invited to join once again by his brother and bought a guitar with which to do so in December of that year. [2] During their three-decade long career, they have been performing sell-out shows worldwide and headlining the Reggae Sunsplash music festival in Jamaica, as well as spreading reggae to Russia, South America, etc. Duncan Campbell (singer) (born 1958), lead singer of UB40; Politicians. 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Once Robin had joined the others in their jamming sessions, the eight musicians formed a band, deciding on the name 'UB40' after a friend suggested it was an appropriate name given the unemployed status of all of the band members. UB40 with Ali Campbell in 1983. [54], For the World War I German submarine, see, UB40 on stage in their home city of Birmingham, England in 2010, 2008–present: Line-up changes and the current era, (born Alistair Campbell, 15 February 1959, Birmingham), (born Michael Virtue, 19 January 1957, Birmingham), (born Terence Wilson, 24 June 1957, Birmingham). This led to a backlash when the full 17-track version was released 21 June 2008, and most of the big retailers refused to stock it. [7][8] Before some of them could play their instruments, Ali Campbell and Brian Travers travelled around Birmingham promoting the band, putting up UB40 posters. Video. However, he turned it down at the time, and said that he "wouldn't get the chance in another 30 years". The band said they hoped he would make "a strong and speedy recovery" and that they would be back touring next year. It was at his father's folk club "Jug O' Punch" that Ali Campbell made his singing debut with Dave Swarbrick's daughter, Suss, singing "Why Does It have To Be Me?". Duncan was born in Birmingham on April 3, … UB40 singer Duncan Campbell is recovering in hospital after suffering a stroke. [26] Former member Ali Campbell was also declared bankrupt. In a statement, the Birmingham-based … UB40 formed in Birmingham in 1978, naming themselves after a form used by people to claim unemployment benefits at the time. Duncan Campbell is the current lead singer of UB40 Credit: Getty - Contributor Who is Duncan Campbell? UB40’s Duncan Campbell has suffered a stroke at the age of 62. The newspaper sold nearly three million copies. UB40 singer Duncan Campbell has been rushed to hospital after suffering a stroke. In a statement, the Birmingham-based band said he was "already up and about" and asked fans for privacy during his recuperation. [10], After great success in the UK, UB40's popularity in the US was established when they released Labour of Love, an album of cover songs, in 1983. Duncan originally joined the band following the departure of his brother Ali Campbell. [35], UB40 were influenced by the many blues parties they attended as teenagers in the multicultural Balsall Heath area of Birmingham. Astro had previously been working for Duke Alloy's sound system attending reggae dances in Birmingham. They were soon joined by several of their friends, firstly percussionists Yomi Babayemi and Norman Hassan, and then saxophonist Brian Travers and keyboardist Jimmy Lynn. [34], In December 2014 Ali Campbell claimed that he would be prepared to go to the High Court in London over the matter rather than settle out of court. [44], Campbell sang in a harmony group with his brothers as children and performed with their father on stage. The new album Silhouette, featuring the trio, was set for release on 6 October 2014. [4], The band's line-up was stable for nearly 29 years, from March 1979 until January 2008, when frontman Ali Campbell left the band, followed shortly thereafter by keyboardist Mickey Virtue. In 1995 they covered the Stevie Wonder song "Superstition" for the Eddie Murphy movie Vampire in Brooklyn and it appears on their album The Best of UB40 – Volume Two which they released that year. Knightley rules out sex scenes directed by men, Wealthiest 10 men could 'pay for vaccines for all', Actress Argento accuses director Cohen of assault, Israel extradites ex-principal in sex abuse case. Prior to this, Travers had work as an electrical apprentice for NG Bailey; whilst Robin Campbell had been an apprentice toolmaker. 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