The album reached No. Released 30/11/20 Duncan Campbell (left) and his brother Robin upstairs at the Hare & Hounds in Kings Heath after after playing UB40's secret 40th anniversary … Duncan originally joined the band following the departure of his brother Ali Campbell. It entered the UK Albums Chart on 2 October 1980, and spent 71 weeks in total on the chart. Earl was sentenced to six months imprisonment in June 1988 and banned from driving for three years. Video. Rioters attacked police and set fires to protest against a night-time curfew introduced on Saturday. [42][43], Duncan Campbell (born 3 April 1958 in Birmingham) is an English musician and current lead singer of the reggae band, UB40. Duncan Campbell became the lead singer for UB40 after his brother Ali Campbell left the band in 2008. [15] Mickey Virtue departed shortly afterwards citing the same issues that Campbell had as reasons for his departure. [35], UB40 were influenced by the many blues parties they attended as teenagers in the multicultural Balsall Heath area of Birmingham. [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. Related articles UB40's Brian Travers refuses to give up 'fags and drugs' after tumours The title of their first album, Signing Off, indicates the band was signing off from, or ending, their claim for unemployment benefits. Current bandmate Robin Campbell is also his brother, and he is the son of the late folk singer Ian Campbell. The ethnic make-up of the band's original line-up was diverse, with musicians of English, Wel… UB40 singer Duncan Campbell is currently in the hospital after suffering a stroke. [26] Former member Ali Campbell was also declared bankrupt. The 62-year-old is currently recovering in hospital, with a … It’s as simple as that". [46] In 2014, Ali formed a rival version of UB40 with Astro and Mickey Virtue. UB40 UBTV..Christmas Special..Anant Shah asks Duncan... 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Nine found dead after China gold mine collapse, Chinese and Indian troops 'in new border clash', Putin: Palace in viral Navalny video not mine. VideoAre Egypt's dreams of democracy still alive? He was a professional spoon player. [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. UB40 singer Duncan Campbell is recovering in hospital after suffering a stroke. Campbell became the singer of … [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). [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. [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. This is because his tracks were recorded outside in the garden. [23], UB40 announced that after completing a coast-to-coast 2010 American tour they would be playing a nationwide UK tour of theatres in October/November 2010 performing their seminal album Signing Off, in full, along with a second set of popular UB40 songs. 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. "[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. However, he turned it down at the time, and said that he "wouldn't get the chance in another 30 years". Three years later UB40 performed at the Birmingham Heart Beat Charity Concert 1986. .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? [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. The group announced the news, but reassured fans that he is “up and about”. Stroke: UB40's new singer Duncan Campbell is recovering in hospital after suffering a stroke (pictured in July 2018) Ali has been highly critical of … [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. Are Egypt's dreams of democracy still alive? 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. Duncan Campbell is the current lead singer of UB40 Credit: Getty - Contributor Who is Duncan Campbell? To coincide, on 1 November 2010 a remastered 2CD+DVD of Signing Off was released as a '30th Anniversary Special Edition'. Their sound was created and honed through many long jam sessions at various locations in Birmingham.[3]. The 'punchline queen' who offended Chinese men, Boeing 737 Max cleared to fly again 'too early', What it's like under one of world's strictest lockdowns. It was recorded in a bedsit in Birmingham and was produced by Bob Lamb. 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.” With 214 weeks spent on the UK singles charts over the course of the 1980s, UB40 and Madness hold the record for most weeks spent by a group in the 1980s UK singles charts. 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. The Red Red Wine singer - who replaced his brother as lead singer of the British reggae group in 2008 - … Norman Lamont Hassan was born in Birmingham to Yemeni and Welsh parents, and attended Park Hill School in the city. He was an unemployed plasterer at the time of UB40's formation.[50]. [32] Ali Campbell was highly critical of his replacement in UB40, stating "I sat back for five years and watched my brother Duncan murdering my songs. UB40 singer Duncan Campbell has been hospitalised after suffering a stroke. UB40 with Ali Campbell in 1983. The wristbands also included the Dub Sessions remix album and photos. [40], All three of their UK number one hits and four of their five US top ten hits were cover versions. UB40 singer Duncan Campbell is recovering in hospital after suffering a stroke. He is also known for his on-stage dancing. 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. The band put out a statement on Twitter informing fans of the situation and asking to … [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. 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. A statement from the band said the 62-year-old, from Birmingham, is “up and about” and doing well. If you have a story suggestion email entertainment.news@bbc.co.uk, .css-1hlxxic-PromoLink:link{color:inherit;}.css-1hlxxic-PromoLink:visited{color:#696969;}.css-1hlxxic-PromoLink:link,.css-1hlxxic-PromoLink:visited{-webkit-text-decoration:none;text-decoration:none;}.css-1hlxxic-PromoLink:link:hover,.css-1hlxxic-PromoLink:visited:hover,.css-1hlxxic-PromoLink:link:focus,.css-1hlxxic-PromoLink:visited:focus{color:#B80000;-webkit-text-decoration:underline;text-decoration:underline;}.css-1hlxxic-PromoLink:link::after,.css-1hlxxic-PromoLink:visited::after{content:'';position:absolute;top:0;right:0;bottom:0;left:0;z-index:2;}UB40's Brian Travers diagnosed with brain tumour, Dutch PM condemns coronavirus riots as 'criminal'. [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. [24], In 2011 five founding members of the group and directors of their DEP International label, had bankruptcy proceedings started against them relating to debts of the record label. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. .css-po6dm6-ItalicText{font-style:italic;}Follow us on Facebook, on Twitter @BBCNewsEnts, or on Instagram at bbcnewsents. We're saving the legacy". [27] In 2013 a new album, Getting Over the Storm was announced, their first since 2010 and Labour of Love IV. The band has had more than 50 singles in the UK Singles Chart, and has also achieved considerable international success. UB40 singer Duncan Campbell is recovering in hospital after suffering a stroke. They have performed twice at the Night of the Proms, in 2000 and in 2006. Read about our approach to external linking. [44], Campbell sang in a harmony group with his brothers as children and performed with their father on stage. Priest had joined UB40 on their arena tour in 2007, culminating in sell-out shows at the NEC Birmingham in December. The album was in the charts for only two weeks reaching number 24. The group also made a guest appearance in the 1997 feature film Speed 2: Cruise Control. In 1987 Ray "Pablo" Falconer, producer of UB40 music, died in a car crash. Duncan Campbell Taken Ill. We can confirm that our lead singer and brother Duncan Campbell was taken to hospital after suffering a stroke. After Duncan suffered a stroke in early August, the news was announced by his fellow UB40 members, though the group were quick to assure fans that 62-year-old Campbell was already “up and about”. [20], The band released their next album, TwentyFourSeven, UB40's last with their classic lineup, by way of a free insert in The Mail on Sunday's 4 May 2008 issue. Last year saxophonist Brian Travers was diagnosed with a brain tumour, forcing him to pull out of the band's 40th anniversary tour. 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?". [6], The band members began as friends who knew each other from various schools across Birmingham, England. UB40 are an English reggae and pop band, formed in December 1978 in Birmingham, England. UB40 are an English reggae and pop band, formed in December 1978 in Birmingham, England. Why your face could be set to replace your bank card, The extreme ways to 'hack' your immune system. After starting off as percussionist in 1978, he learned the trombone in 1981, when the band decided to add a brass section. 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. [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. Like the rest of UB40, he still lives in the City of Birmingham. [12] UB40 are featured in the 1988 film The Yob. [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. We apologize, but this video has failed to load. 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]. UB40's Brian Travers diagnosed with brain tumour, Are Egypt's dreams of democracy still alive? UB40 at 40 Live in Birmingham DVD + 2CD limited edition package celebrating our 40th anniversary at our hometown Christmas show at the Birmingham NIA. [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. [21] The band toured the US, which included their first show at the Hollywood Bowl. [37], The Campbell brothers are the sons of the late folk musician, Ian Campbell. UB40 formed in Birmingham back in the late 1970s, with Duncan's brother Ali Campbell as the lead singer. UB40 have sold over 70 million records worldwide. 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. It reached No. The band produced such hits as Red Red Wine, Falling In Love With You and their cover of I Got You Babe featuring Chrissie Hynde. The 62-year-old singer, who replaced his brother Ali Campbell in 2008, is “already up … [5], —UB40 vocalist Ali Campbell interview with the BBC in 2018. The announcement of the tour follows the success of the band's latest Top 30 album, Getting Over The Storm, which was awarded BBC Radio 2's 'Album of the Week' accolade and received 5-star reviews from the UK's music press on its release in September 2013. Norman Hassan said of the recording: "if you stripped my track down, you could hear the birds in the background." 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. Signing Off is now a Platinum album. 8 on the Billboard 200 in the US. [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." UB40 singer Duncan Campbell is recovering in hospital after suffering a stroke. [21] During the 2009 US Tour UB40 offered fans live concert recordings on USB wristbands. [25] In October 2011 Travers, Wilson, Hassan and Brown were declared bankrupt. Duncan Campbell, current lead singer of reggae band UB40, is recovering in hospital after suffering a stroke. 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. [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. (AP) UB40’s Duncan Campbell has suffered a stroke at the age of 62. In a statement, the Birmingham-based … [1] UB40 have sold over 70 million records worldwide. This was commemorated in October 2011 by the unveiling of a plaque at the venue, indicating the band receiving the Performing Rights Society's Music Heritage Award. What happens to your body in extreme heat? A plaque was placed at the Hare & Hounds Pub in Birmingham, England, the location where they played their first gig. UB40 stood for Unemployment Benefit, Form 40. UB40 formed in Birmingham in 1978, naming themselves after a form used by people to claim unemployment benefits at the time. His brother Ali Campbell co-founded UB40 in 1978 and was the … Ali Campbell has gone on to tour as part of separate group UB40 … He said of his brother's singing, "I sat back for five years and watched my brother Duncan murdering my songs. He is also a fan of the local football club Birmingham City. His brother, Earl Falconer, the band's bassist, was driving with nearly twice the legal limit of alcohol in his blood. The package features a live DVD film and a live double album, including 24 tracks spanning our 40 year career. UB40 singer Duncan Campbell is recovering in hospital after suffering a stroke. As UB40 grew in popularity, they encouraged and supported local musicians and bands from Birmingham, such as Beshara, often bringing them on tour. [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. He worked as a carpet fitter before joining the band UB40 in 1978. UB40's first single, "King"/"Food for Thought" was released on Graduate Records, a local independent label run by David Virr. A month later UB40's classic lineup was rounded out with the inclusion of percussionist and vocalist Astro. UB40's Duncan Campbell performing at the Royal Albert Hall in London in 2018. 4 on the UK Singles Chart. Has US vaccine rollout been a 'dismal failure'? [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. Ali Campbell currently performs under the name UB40 featuring Ali Campbell & Astro. Their two most successful albums, Labour of Love (1983) and Promises and Lies (1993), reached number one on the UK Albums Chart. In a statement, the Birmingham-based band said he was "already up and about" and asked fans for privacy during his recuperation. UB40 singer Duncan Campbell has been rushed to hospital after suffering a stroke. © 2021 BBC. 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. He has wide-ranging musical tastes, from reggae to soul to opera. [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. Duncan Campbell (13 February 1898 - 28 March 1972) was a Scottish Evangelist, who is best known for being a leader in the Lewis Awakening or Hebrides Revival, a mid-20th century religious revival in the Scottish Hebrides Early life. 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