YOUNG CULTURE BAND GEAR UP FOR DEBUT EP “HARD TIMES” & UB40 TOUR SUPPORT

Rising UK reggae royalty Young Culture Band have dropped the singles “All My Days” and “Ital Stew” ahead of their debut EP release, “Hard Times”. Brace yourself for an exciting UK arena tour where the band will open for the legendary UB40 and Soul II Soul on an eight-date tour.

The eight-piece band’s EP features three tracks, including “All My Days” and our stand-out track “Ital Stew” ahead of the tour.

Over the past nine years, Young Culture has steadily built a following in the UK and Europe. They started as vinyl collectors, DJs, and event promoters before focusing on writing, recording, and performing live.

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The upbeat, calypso-infused “All My Days” boasts socially conscious lyrics over a breezy vocal and musical arrangement, making it a perfect summer anthem.

Recorded at Summerfield Recording Studio in Birmingham, the “Hard Times” EP was produced by Austen Kilburn and Jamie Travers and mastered by Tim Debney at Fluid in London. Fronted by friends Richie Blake and Stevie Young, Young Culture’s roots trace back to their football days and shared love of reggae and vinyl.

Young Culture Band gear up for debut EP “Hard Times” & UB40 Tour Support. Reggae Tastemaker — Young Culture’s Richie Blake. Photo: Dan Cohen

Richie Blake was excited: “It’s the greatest feeling getting our music out there. We do this to uplift people through the vibrations of reggae music. Touring with our friends, UB40 will be a great joy and help us reach more people.”

Stevie Young, influenced by his famous musical family, added: “Growing up with the AC/DC family DNA was inspiring. But reggae is the music we fell in love with and feel fully connected to.”

Young Culture’s journey from Balsall Heath to supporting UB40 highlights their talent and dedication. The band has previously opened for UB40 and supported notable acts like The Skints and Al Anderson’s Wailers.

Matt Campbell from UB40’s management team praised Birmingham’s rich reggae heritage and expressed excitement for the tour: “We love fostering new talent. We’re thrilled to take Young Culture on the road with us.”

Get ready for reggae magic as Young Culture brings its vibrant sounds to arenas across the UK!

YOUNG CULTURE BAND

Lead Vocals Richie Blake
Rhythm Guitar, Vocals Stevie Young
Backing Vocals Cate Shanks
Percussion, Backing Vocals Robbie Melody
Drums Charlie Drennan
Bass John Malanaphy
Keys Angus Young
Guitar Pat Hambly

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ABOUT YOUNG CULTURE BAND

Reggae revivalists Young Culture have been making a significant impact with their conscious lyrics and heavy bass lines since 2016. They’ve graced stages across the UK, including notable performances alongside UB40 at Manchester Apollo and The Royal Albert Hall.

The founders, Richie Culture and Stevie, started as selectas and evolved to create their authentic sound, which David Rodigan has recognised as “authentic British reggae.”