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UB40 legend Astro dies suddenly after short illness aged 64

The Brummie star, whose real name was Terence Wilson, passed away today (Saturday, November 6).

Astro left the chart-topping Birmingham band in 2013 to join with other founding member Ali Campbell for a new band - UB40 featuring Ali Campbell and Astro.

The band shared the sad news on their Twitter account.

"We are absolutely devastated and completely heartbroken to have to tell you that our beloved Astro has today passed away after a very short illness," the heartbreaking message read.

UB40 saxophonist and songwriter Brian Travers dies aged 62

The UB40 saxophone player and songwriter Brian Travers has died at the age of 62, the band has said.

The musician, a founding member of the reggae band, died at his home in Moseley surrounded by his family on 22 August.

A statement from the band said: “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our comrade, brother, founding UB40 member and musical legend Brian David Travers.

UB40 pleases pom fans

The two hour live performance at Sir John Guise Stadium ended at 9pm.

The band grooved the crowd with their hit songs of yesteryears and also some of their latest songs.

The crowd numbering few thousands were well behaved.

Many fans who Loop PNG spoke to said they enjoyed the concert and hope the band will return to PNG in the future.

Two weeks away from UB40 shows

The band arrives in the country next week and those wanting to attend are urged to quickly purchase a ticket to avoid missing out.

Due to popular demand, Laman Hotel is bringing back UB40 to perform at its Gold Club on Friday 22 January and at the Sir John Guise Stadium on Saturday 23rd Jan.

More than 15,000 tickets started selling last month at Lamana Hotel's reception and selected City Pharmacy Limited outlets.

Tickets for the club show are selling at K250 arena, K350 balcony and K400 Temple balcony.

Tickets start selling for UB40 shows

More than 15,000 tickets started selling on Friday (11 Dec) at Lamana Hotel's reception and also at selected City Pharmacy Limited outlets.

Due to popular demand, UB40 is returning to Port Moresby to perform at the Gold Club, Lamana Hotel on Friday 22 January and at the Sir John Guise Stadium on Saturday 23rd Jan.

Tickets for the club show are selling at K250 arena, K350 balcony and K400 Temple balcony.

The outdoor stadium concert is selling at K100 for both grand stand and outer stands including the field standing area.