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May 29, 2025

Pete

Mr. Eighties

Pete has published a news story:

On This Day: May 29, 1981 – UB40 Releases Present Arms.

On this day May 29, 1981, UB40 released their second studio album Present Arms. The album continued their socially conscious message while blending reggae rhythms with political themes that resonated with a growing audience in the UK and beyond.

Present Arms was a commercial success, reaching number 2 on the UK Albums Chart. The album featured standout tracks like One in Ten and Don’t Let It Pass You By, helping to establish UB40 as a leading force in British reggae and protest music during...

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