Ali Campbell (Birmingham, 1959) is the British singer and guitarist who co-founded UB40 in 1978 and fronted the band for three decades. His voice defined hits such as "Red Red Wine" and "Kingston Town". After leaving in 2008 and a legal dispute over the band name, he now performs as the frontman of UB40 ft. Ali Campbell, keeping the original reggae sound alive. He holds an Ivor Novello Award for International Achievement and multiple Grammy nominations.
UB40 ft. Ali Campbell expands the Big Love Tour 2026 with 14 additional concerts in the US, bringing the total to 23 shows - the tour runs through mid-August.
UB40 ft. Ali Campbell announces the Big Love Tour 2026, with shows in Florida, Texas and New York in April, following an extensive European tour in 2024 and 2025.
Ali Campbell confirms in an interview that he has recorded new music with Idris Elba and Bitty McLean, among others.
Ali Campbell is inducted into the Music Walk of Fame on Camden High Street in London.
