Piece Hall gigs: Iconic British reggae band UB40 to return to Halifax venue next summer as second of three new acts announced today
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Fuelled by the unmistakable voice that propelled UB40 to more than 70 million record sales and 51 UK chart hits, Ali Campbell will bring his reggae magic back to the iconic venue on Friday, June 20.
Ali last performed at the venue back in 2023.
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Hide AdThe band will be joined on the night by special guests Bitty McLean and Pato Banton.
Tickets go on sale 10am Friday from thepiecehall.co.uk and ticketmaster.co.uk
Ali Campbell, UB40s original lead singer, says his current touring ensemble still captures the true spirit of UB40 resonating with audiences everywhere.
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Hide AdHe said: “I think I’ve got the best reggae band in the world. They are all seasoned musicians, who have spent all their lives in professional bands, and I feel so confident with them."
Special guest on the night will be British reggae singer and songwriter Bitty McLean.
Bitty is renowned for his smooth voice and significant contributions to the genre during the 1990s, rising to fame with hit singles like It Keeps Rainin' and Standing on the Ground.
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Hide AdOpening the show will be British reggae artist Pato Banton who has captivated audiences for more than three decades with his infectious energy and uplifting messages.
Nicky Chance-Thompson MBE DL, CEO of The Piece Hall Trust, said: “It’s so great to be welcoming reggae back to the courtyard with one of the biggest bands the genre’s seen over the last four and a half decades.