Reggae legends UB40 are embarking on a UK tour to promote their latest studio album, UB45. The band, originally formed in Birmingham in 1978, promises to deliver all their greatest hits, including the iconic “Red Red Wine.”
Current Lineup
The current formation includes vocalist and guitarist Robin Campbell, drummer Jimmy Brown, bassist Earl Falconer, percussionist Norman Hassan, and keyboardist and saxophonist Martin Meredith. Trumpet and trombone player Laurence Parr, keyboardist Jahred Gordon, saxophonist Ian Thompson, backing vocalist Matt Campbell, rapper Gilly G, and lead vocalist and guitarist Matt Doyle round out the group.
Founding member Robin Campbell stated: “We never take the privilege of playing live for granted, which is why we went everywhere we could on our last tour. But there’s nothing quite like doing it in front of the fans back home. After an incredible world tour, we can’t wait to bring that energy back to UK stages in 2026. This new album feels like the start of a fresh chapter for us. But we never forget where we came from, so when we go onstage at these UK shows, we’ll be showing a lot of love for the songs that got us there, alongside the ones taking us forward.”
Tour Start Times
Doors open at 6pm, with performances starting around 6.45pm. UB40 is expected to take the stage at approximately 8pm, and the show is scheduled to end by 11pm.
Support Acts
Joining UB40 on tour are British reggae group Aswad and renowned vocalist Maxi Priest.
Setlist
Based on their recent Wembley show, fans can anticipate a setlist packed with classics:
- Food for Thought
- One in Ten
- Maybe Tomorrow / Anything Mi Chat
- Homely Girl (The Chi-Lites cover)
- Sing Our Own Song
- Home
- You Don’t Call Anymore / Me Nah Leave Yet
- Higher Ground
- Sweet Sensation (The Melodians cover)
- Impossible Love (Honey Boy cover)
- You’re Still The One
- Many Rivers to Cross (Jimmy Cliff cover)
- Cherry Oh Baby (Eric Donaldson cover)
- Johnny Too Bad (The Slickers cover)
- Rat in Mi Kitchen
- Kingston Town (Lord Creator cover)
- Red Red Wine (Neil Diamond cover)
- Here I Am (Come and Take Me) (Al Green cover)
- I’ll Be Your Baby Tonight (Bob Dylan cover)
- Can’t Help Falling in Love (Elvis Presley cover)
Full UK Tour Dates
- Thursday, June 11 – Glasgow, UK – OVO Hydro
- Friday, June 12 – Liverpool, UK – M&S Bank Arena
- Saturday, June 13 – Leeds, UK – First Direct Arena
- Tuesday, June 16 – Swansea, UK – Swansea Arena
- Wednesday, June 17 – Plymouth, UK – Plymouth Arena
- Thursday, June 18 – Bournemouth, UK – Bournemouth International Centre
- Saturday, June 20 – Birmingham, UK – BP Pulse Live
Tickets
Tickets for many shows are still available and can be purchased via Ticketmaster.
