[11], Their most successful worldwide single release is their reggae/pop version of "(I Can't Help) Falling in Love With You", which was the main title to the 1993 Sharon Stone movie Sliver; it was a number one hit across Europe and in the US. In 2003, UB40 and the United Colours of Sound recorded "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot" as the official anthem for the England national rugby union team. UB40 brothers Robin and Duncan Campbell have opened their hearts about the bitter family rift with their sibling and former lead singer Ali. Also on tour behind the scenes footage for our fans. When asked why he did not join UB40 in 1978, he joked because they were "crap"[45] and that he "was too smart for them and he knew that they would get nowhere". UB40 singer Duncan Campbell suffered a stroke. Once Robin had joined the others in their jamming sessions, the eight musicians formed a band, deciding on the name 'UB40' after a friend suggested it was an appropriate name given the unemployed status of all of the band members. [24], In 2011 five founding members of the group and directors of their DEP International label, had bankruptcy proceedings started against them relating to debts of the record label. Signing Off was released on 29 August 1980. Rock singer Whitfield Crane (Ugly Kid Joe) is 53. [3], Their hit singles include their debut "Food for Thought" and two Billboard Hot 100 number ones with "Red Red Wine" and "Can't Help Falling in Love". There are 346 days left in the year. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. A month later UB40's classic lineup was rounded out with the inclusion of percussionist and vocalist Astro. Lead singer Ali Campbell wrote in … The lead singer of Culture, Joseph Hill was one of the key figures who helped make reggae popular worldwide thanks to a series of 70s albums that entranced punks, hippies and roots folk alike. UB40 singer Duncan Campbell, 62, is hospitalised after suffering a stroke The singer, 62, is already up and about a statement from the band said Campbell replaced his brother Ali as lead singer of the British reggae group in 2008, after Ali quit over a disagreement about management Ali has been highly critical of his replacement […] Crossword Clue The crossword clue Former UB40 lead singer Campbell with 3 letters was last seen on the December 12, 2017.We think the likely answer to this clue is ALI.Below are all possible answers to this clue ordered by its rank. The wristbands also included the Dub Sessions remix album and photos. Neil Leslie Diamond was born in the Coney Island section of Brooklyn, New York City, on January 24, 1941. He joined the band in 2008 after the departure of his brother Ali Campbell,[44] the former UB40 lead singer. Singer Dewey Bunnell of America is 69. UB40's first single, "King"/"Food for Thought" was released on Graduate Records, a local independent label run by David Virr. A statement from the band said the 62-year-old, from Birmingham, is “up and about” and doing well. In 1987 Ray "Pablo" Falconer, producer of UB40 music, died in a car crash. Duncan Campbell took over as UB40’s lead singer in 2008, and the pair remain estranged. ", Matt Hancock to hold a press conference at 5pm TONIGHT, Boris warns all UK arrivals face paying for self-isolation for 10 days, Boris Johnson confirms some UK lockdown rules could be lifted in THREE WEEKS, Frank Lampard SACKED by Chelsea with Thomas Tuchel favourite to take charge, MP SWITCHES OFF camera and storms off GMB in furious Covid row with Piers, ©News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. The reports are half correct he will be appearing with them for this new recording.