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The Real Thing

11 concerts

Formed in 1970 in Toxteth, Liverpool, The Real Thing is Britain’s longest-established soul band. Known for hits like "You To Me Are Everything," they remain the UK's most successful black group. Dubbed "The Black Beatles," their distinct sound captivated fans. A 2019 documentary, “Everything – The Real Thing Story,” highlighted their career.

The Boomtown Rats

4 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.

Altered Images

2 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.

UB40

43 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.

Sister Sledge

6 concerts

Sister Sledge, from North Philadelphia, rose to fame with the disco anthem "We Are Family" (1979), working with Nile Rodgers and Bernard Edwards. Known for their versatile style, they excelled in pop-R&B, Philly soul, funk, and disco. Their notable hits include "He's the Greatest Dancer" and "Lost in Music." They topped the UK charts with "Frankie" (1985) and were Grammy-nominated. Sister Sledge collaborated with Narada Michael Walden and George Duke, remaining active across decades while occasionally recording new music.

Ali Campbell

7 concerts

Ali Campbell, born in Birmingham, England, is a prominent figure in pop-reggae as the former lead singer of UB40. Known for covers like "Red Red Wine" and collaborations with artists like Pamela Starks, Campbell's solo career includes hits like "That Look in Your Eyes" and top albums including "Running Free." He often collaborates with former bandmates like Mickey Virtue and Astro.