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Black Uhuru

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BLACK UHURU IN CONCERT:

Jamaican reggae rockers Black Uhuru have been helping fans feel irie with their laid-back sound and bass-heavy live shows since the early '70s. The band has enjoyed huge crossover success with their infectiously rhythmic recorded output—they won the first-ever Best Reggae Album GRAMMY in 1985—and their legendary live shows are just as beloved. In concert frontman Derrick "Duckie" Simpson keeps the good vibes flowing, delivering his smooth vocals with effortless cool while several backup singers dance and add breezy harmonies. Meanwhile the rhythm section keeps it sharp as a stepping razor, setting a chill groove with melodic basslines and syncopated beats. Phenomenal performers who've released more than a dozen live albums, Black Uhuru are a must-see for reggae fans looking to get loose with some rocksteady rhythms.

BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:

Black Uhuru got their start in Kingston, Jamaica in 1972 under the name Uhuru (Swahili for "freedom") and released a few cover songs before splitting up. Former member Derrick "Duckie" Simpson revived the project in the mid-'70s as Black Sounds Uhuru and released the group's 1977 debut album Love Crisis. By the late '70s they had settled on the name Black Uhuru and begun working with legendary reggae production duo Sly and Robbie. The collaboration resulted in a string of hits for the group including "General Penitentiary" and "Shine Eye Gal", which featured Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards. Following the release of popular albums like 1981's Red and 1982's Chill Out, which reached No. 28 and No. 38 on the UK Albums Chart respectively, the band further cemented their growing international popularity on tour with the Rolling Stones. In 1985 Black Uhuru won the first-ever GRAMMY Award for Best Reggae Album for their LP Anthem, a historic milestone that they followed up with the GRAMMY-nominated albums Brutal (1986) and Now (1990). While the band's lineup has changed numerous times over the years, founding member Derrick "Duckie" Simpson has remained a constant, and he continues to bring the good vibes every time Black Uhuru hits the road on tour.

Reviews

Rating: 3.8 out of 5 based on 14 reviews
  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Sundub + Black Uhuru =đŸŽ¶A Magical ShowđŸŽ¶

    by FebeNesh on 10/19/22Sony Hall - New York

    I had never heard of the opening act Brooklyn-based reggae band Sundub, before. They’re REALLY goodđŸ‘đŸŸđŸ‘đŸŸ!. Buy their album when it comes out later this year. Black Uhuru and the legend Duckie Simpson still going STRONG đŸ’ȘđŸŸđŸ’ȘđŸŸafter 50 years, AND realizing that i was sitting 3 tables away from Burning SpearđŸ€©đŸ€©

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Great concert.

    by BpF on 10/19/22Sony Hall - New York

    On vacation in NYC we had the chance to see Black Uhuru live on a great location. Friendly staff, a nice place to enjoy a concert. Black Uhuru is one of the older roots reggae group. The set was great, we had a good time.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Great!

    by RasPablo on 10/19/22Sony Hall - New York

    It was a night to reminisce Reggae! Black Uhuru performance was off the hook. They transmitted the best vibes while playing and singing. Hope to see them again. The place is magnificent, great service and friendly. Jah Blessings!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Great roots reggae

    by T on 9/21/19Howard Theatre - Washington

    Of course it's Black Uhuru✊🏿. What a great performance. I had a great time....amazing concert

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    My husband and I loved the concern.

    by Jamaican Born on 9/18/19

    The music was incredible as it took us back to the beginning.

  • Rating: 2 out of 5

    Black Uhuru...not so much

    by Failsafe0 on 9/23/18Howard Theatre - Washington

    Great venue. Band was a shadow of what they used to be. Only 1 original member and the band was just ok. They hit a few songs, but most fell flat

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Reggae Beat

    by JimmyCliffShirtWhiteDude on 10/8/16B.B. King Blues Club & Grill - New York

    From the first note played wife and I danced for entire show. Positive vibes

  • Rating: 1 out of 5

    Never saw a band!!!!

    by Anonymous on 10/5/16District 3 - Tampa

    This sucked! Doors opens 2 hours late (at least it was only raining a little). We finally got inside- the Dj tried to keep the crown going and one guy got on stage and sang some cover songs for a while. The warm up band set up, warmed up and then left the stage. We finally left the venue around 12:30 with NO BAND! REFUND??????

  • Rating: 2 out of 5

    Worst one yet

    by Reggaeman67 on 10/4/16District 3 - Tampa

    The group Black Uhura did their thing when they came out but doors were supposed to open at 7:00 opened around 9:00. Opening act played about 10:00. Black uhura did not go on until 12:45am. People were leaving and by the time they came on stage there were only about thirty diehard people including me left to see them play. Some people were there waiting at 6:00pm. I'm glad I ate first. Was very unorganized.

  • Rating: 2 out of 5

    by Anonymous on 7/11/16Inner Circle - Cincinnati

    The original members are gone. It was a fun night out, but don't expect much.