UB40 - Collected (2LP)
UB40 – Collected brings together the essential tracks from one of the UK’s most enduring and influential reggae bands, presented across a high-quality 2LP set. This comprehensive collection spans the group’s early breakthrough years through their chart-topping success, highlighting the rich blend of reggae, pop and socially aware songwriting that made UB40 a global favourite.
Across these two discs, you’ll find the band’s biggest hits, including timeless classics such as “Red Red Wine,” “Kingston Town,” “(I Can’t Help) Falling in Love With You” and “Rat in Mi Kitchen.” The compilation also explores deeper cuts and fan favourites, showcasing the versatility that defined UB40’s sound—warm brass arrangements, relaxed rhythms and Ali Campbell’s distinctive, soulful vocals.
Collected serves as both an accessible introduction for new listeners and a rewarding retrospective for long-time fans. The 2LP format offers excellent sound quality and a generous tracklist, making it a perfect addition to any reggae or pop collection. Housed in a well-presented package, the release celebrates UB40’s legacy as a band that helped bring reggae into the mainstream without losing the genre’s authentic roots and spirit.
A superb overview of UB40’s multi-decade career, Collected is an essential set for anyone who loves classic, feel-good reggae.