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UB40 – So Here I Am (12" Single)
UB40’s So Here I Am is a standout early single from the Birmingham reggae collective, capturing the socially observant, roots-driven sound that defined their early 1980s output. Lifted from the Signing Off era, this 12-inch edition offers extended breathing room in the grooves, delivering the band’s trademark dub-influenced basslines, laid-back rhythms and Ali Campbell’s unmistakable vocal tone. The sleeve features the band’s bold graphic design aesthetic of the period, with clean block colours and minimalist imagery that makes it visually distinctive in a collection.
This pressing includes live material on the reverse, adding collector appeal beyond the standard album version and reflecting UB40’s strong live reputation during their formative years. A solid addition for collectors of early British reggae, politically conscious UK pop-reggae, or fans building a complete UB40 discography.
Genre:
Reggae / Pop Reggae
Track Listing:
Side A:
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So Here I Am
Side B:
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Silent Witness (Live)
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Dr. X (Live)
Pressing & Value Notes:
12 DEP 5, DEP International. Early UK 12" single. Extended 12-inch format offers superior dynamics compared to the 7" single. Live B-sides increase collectability compared to standard single pressings.
