It's hard to believe that UB40 have been around since the early 1980s, but the proof is right here in the 18 tracks on this album. While most famous for their cover songs, UB40 have written a good portion of original material that's excellent. But songs like "Red Red Wine" and a previously unreleased version of the Doors' "Light My Fire" will attract the majority of listeners to this collection. Following in the footsteps of greats like Bob Marley and Burning Spear, this band from Birmingham, England (led by the two sons of folkie Ian Campbell, have helped keep the flame of roots reggae alive with their easy sound. They've even made over rock standards into their reggae template, including Sonny and Cher's "I Got You Babe" (with guest Chrissie Hynde of the Pretenders). In their own little way, UB40 have been gnawing away at musical barriers for the last 20 years, and this is an ideal summary of their achievements.

I Got You Babe
Here I Am (Come And Take Me)
Bring Me Your Cup (7in Version)
One In Ten
Red Red Wine
Kingston Town
If It Happens Again
Don't Break My Heart
Cherry Oh Baby
Can't Help Falling In Love
Higher Ground
Tell Me Is It True
Rat In My Kitchen
Until My Dying Day
The Way You Do The Things You Do
Light My Fire
Food For Thought
Sing Our Own Song