Guide Note: UB40 is Britain's most famous and successful reggae band, and in terms of numbers, they are the number one reggae act of all time with over 55 million record sales. The band has been playing for over 25 years and produced as many albums. They are best-known for their hit single, "Red Red Wine" which hit number 1 on both the UK and US charts in the mid 1980s.
Fast Facts:
- Formed In: Birmingham, UK
- Number Of Albums: 22
- Record Label: Virgin and EMI
- Named After The UK's Unemployment Form: Unemployment Benefit, Form 40