UB40 featuring Ali Campbell returns to Newmarket Nights

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 14 Oct, 15:02 · Archive

UB40 featuring Ali Campbell will perform at Newmarket's July Course on 16 July 2027, their first appearance there since 2014.

UB40 featuring Ali Campbell are set to perform at Newmarket Nights on Friday, 16 July 2027. The reggae legends' appearance marks their first return to the July Course since 2014.

Ali Campbell, former frontman of UB80, said the summer crowd brings 'incredible energy' and that he looked forward to 'getting everyone singing along'. Sophie Able, managing director at Newmarket and Lambourn, said UB40's 'timeless music appeals to all ages' and expected the show to be 'a massive hit with racing and music fans alike'.

Fans can expect to hear classic hits such as Red Red Wine, Kingston Town and Cherry Oh Baby, alongside the recent original Unprecedented from the band's 2021 album. The performance is part of the 2027 Newmarket Nights series, which combines afternoon racing with live music from major UK artists.

How it is being reported

• UB40 featuring Ali Campbell to return to Newmarket Nights after 13 yearsUB40 featuring Ali Campbell will perform at Newmarket Nights in 2027, bringing reggae classics to Newmarket’s July Course for the first time since 2014.Ely Standard · 14 Oct, 14:28
• UB40 featuring Ali Campbell to return to Newmarket Nights after 13 yearsUB40 featuring Ali Campbell will perform at Newmarket Nights in 2027, bringing reggae classics to Newmarket’s July Course for the first time since 2014.Cambs Times · 14 Oct, 14:28

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