UB40 and Jesus 'Aguaje' Ramos and his Buena Vista Orchestra

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.

Jesús "Aguaje" Ramos, born in Pinar del Río, Cuba, is a celebrated trombonist, composer, and musical director. He is renowned as an original leader of The Buena Vista Social Club, performing classic Cuban genres like son, bolero, and danzón. Ramos has collaborated with icons like Ibrahim Ferrer and Rubén González, and his work is featured in the acclaimed "Buena Vista Social Club" documentary. His orchestra preserves this rich musical heritage.