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UB40

56 concerts

Birmingham reggae pioneers UB40: formed 1978 by Moseley friends incl. Ali & Robin Campbell; world’s best-selling reggae band—100M+ sold, 11 years in UK charts.

EXTC

6 concerts

EXTC, formed by XTC's original drummer Terry Chambers, brings the influential British new wave and art-rock band's catalog to live audiences. Originating in 2020, the project, approved by XTC frontman Andy Partridge, performs classics like "Making Plans for Nigel" and "Senses Working Overtime." The band features Steve Hampton and Terry Lines. A live album became available, and new material is developed. EXTC is celebrated for its energetic performances of the XTC songbook.

Sister Sledge

6 concerts

North Philly sister vocal group blending disco, funk, Philly soul & pop-R&B; hits “We Are Family,” “He’s the Greatest Dancer,” “Lost in Music,” UK #1 “Frankie”; plat. Grammy-nom; with Nile Rodgers/Bernard Edwards.

Ali Campbell

4 concerts

Birmingham-born pop-reggae star Ali Campbell, UB40 lead singer/guitarist; global hits “Red Red Wine” & “(I Can’t Help) Falling in Love.” Solo UK Top 10s; duet w/ Pamela Starks; worked w/ Sway, Mickey Virtue & Astro.

The Boomtown Rats

2 concerts

The Boomtown Rats, formed in Dun Laoghaire, Ireland in 1975, fused punk energy and new wave style, gaining U.K. fame with hits like "I Don't Like Mondays." Fronted by Bob Geldof, known for global humanitarian efforts like Live Aid, they released notable albums, including *The Fine Art of Surfacing*. The band split in 1986, reunited in 2013, and dropped *Citizens of Boomtown* in 2020.

From The Jam

6 concerts

From The Jam, an English band formed in 2006, emerged from former The Jam members Rick Buckler and Bruce Foxton, joined by Russell Hastings. Known for their energetic live performances, they honor The Jam's legacy, blending punk attitude with mod style, and performing hits like "Going Underground" and "Town Called Malice". They have released original material, including albums like "Back in the Room," "Smash the Clock," and "The Butterfly Effect," featuring collaborations with artists such as Paul Weller.

Altered Images

16 concerts

Glasgow new wave icons Altered Images, led by Clare Grogan: NME Best New Act; 80s Top 10 hits “Happy Birthday,” “I Could Be Happy”; worked with Bernard Butler.

The Real Thing

6 concerts

Toxteth, Liverpool soul band The Real Thing: Britain’s longest-running & most successful black group; “You To Me Are Everything,” “Children of the Ghetto” (Mary J Blige cover).