UB40 and Soul II Soul

Birmingham reggae/pop band UB40 formed in 1978 by Moseley friends; led by Robin Campbell. World’s best-selling reggae act: 100M+ records, 11 years on UK charts.

Soul II Soul, led by Jazzie B, emerged from London in the late '80s blending hip-hop, house, and R&B. Known for hits "Keep On Movin'" and "Back to Life," the group achieved Grammy wins, international acclaim, and U.K. chart success. Featuring rotating vocalists like Caron Wheeler, they released several successful albums and singles throughout the '90s. Despite disbanding by the decade's end, Jazzie B, awarded an OBE, continues to lead reunion performances.