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UB40

71 concerts

UB40, a reggae band formed in Birmingham, rose from working-class roots to global fame, selling 100M records. Known for hits like "Red Red Wine", they became icons in the genre.

China Crisis

21 concerts

Born near Liverpool, China Crisis, led by Gary Daly and Eddie Lundon, mixed pop with political themes and reggae. Known for hits like "Wishful Thinking" and collaborations with Steely Dan's Walter Becker, they achieved U.K. chart success and a U.S. Billboard entry.

Go West

3 concerts

Go West, a British pop duo formed in 1982, became '80s icons with hits like "We Close Our Eyes" and "King of Wishful Thinking." Known for blending pop, soul, and new wave, they won a 1986 BRIT Award and scored success with hits featured in the Pretty Woman soundtrack.

Level 42

8 concerts

Level 42, a British band formed in 1979, is known for jazz-funk fusion and later sophisti-pop and dance-rock. Key hits include "Something About You" and "Lessons in Love." Mark King’s bass technique and Wally Badarou's synth defined their style. Their peak album, World Machine, led them to international success. The band has had lineup changes, with King as the constant, and collaborated with guitarist Alan Holdsworth. They’re celebrated for dynamic live tours and a 30th-anniversary box set, Living It Up.

Toyah

13 concerts

Toyah Willcox, born in Birmingham, rose to fame in the late '70s with her band Toyah. Known for hits like "I Want to Be Free," she achieved mainstream success, including a Gold-certified "Anthem" album. Toyah collaborated with Joel Bogen and Pete Bush and later worked with Steve Lillywhite. Her project The Humans featured Bill Rieflin. Renowned for her charismatic stage presence, she continues to leave a mark on the UK music scene.

Ali Campbell

7 concerts

Ali Campbell, born in Birmingham, England, led UB40 to fame with hits like "Red Red Wine." As a solo artist, he hit the UK Top Ten and collaborated with artists like Pamela Starks. Known for reggae-pop style and significant cover songs, he left UB40 in 2008 citing management issues.

Altered Images

8 concerts

Altered Images, led by Clare Grogan, gained fame in the 1980s new wave scene with hits like "Happy Birthday" and won Best New Act at the NME Awards. They've continued touring, collaborating with artists like Bernard Butler and Robert Hodgens.