UB40 - Who You Fighting For Tour

They have sold over 50 million albums and travelled the world as reggae ambassadors. They have played landmark concerts in South Africa, the Soviet Union and – in 2002 – Sri Lanka. And, disproving the proverb that too many cooks spoil the musical broth, UB40 has flourished by continually pooling their resources and pushing forward.

With reggae acknowledged as a pivotal influence on modern R&B, and hip-hop, the Birmingham band have also helped to inspire generations of new stars over a career that is into its third decade.

UB40 have produced a string of huge hits including the New Zealand #1s, Red Red Wine, I’ll Be Your Baby Tonight, I Can’t Help Falling In Love, Food For Thought, and I Got You Babe.

And now, 25 years after their first album the British reggae stalwarts will tour New Zealand on the back of an exceptional new studio album - the band’s 23rd, Who You Fighting For, that includes the recent hit single Kiss And Say Goodbye - and a promise to play 25 years of hits – all included on The Very Best Of UB40. Both CDs are already readily available throughout New Zealand.

Having learnt to play their instruments and write their own songs whilst listening to their favourite reggae stars, UB40 have always been both gang and band. And, despite their huge success, the unique chemistry of their early days in Moseley is still there.

'We've tried to maintain what we had when we started,' says Robin. 'There are eight of us, and we're all equal. We've always been a democratic set-up. Everything we earn has always been split eight ways. That's kept us very solid. Staying in Birmingham has also helped us to stay grounded. If anybody gets carried away with themselves, we give them a hard time.’

Now UB40 mark 25th years in the business with an exceptional new studio album and a show jam-packed with all the hits that made them a household name.

“A night of pop reggae heaven…” Sydney Morning Herald – August, 2004

PLEASE NOTE: TSB Bowl Of Brooklands ONLY
1. All picnics are welcome.
2. No glass is to be brought into the venue.
3. No BYO alcohol - non-alcoholic beverages are welcome.
4. Food and beverage (including beer and wine) will be available for purchase at the venue.
5. We encourage the use of rugs and cushions or low sand chairs to help protect everyone's view.

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TSB Bowl Of Brooklands, New Plymouth, Taranaki
Rotorua International Stadium, Central North Island
The Events Centre, Wellington

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