One of the most popular and prolific reggae bands from Jamaica are set to play a concert in Birkenhead this summer. Roots reggae legends Black Uhuru will take over the Future Yard Garden on Friday 27th June in association with Africa Oyé as part of the Liverpool festival’s fundraising season of shows. The pioneering second generation outfit are set to perform on the outdoor stage under the Wirral sun this summer before they make their way down to Glastonbury.

Still lead by their founder, Derrick “Duckie” Simpson, the iconic group have earned several achievements in the music industry including winning the first ever Grammy Award for reggae music. Their long success along with having the highest reggae record sales after Bob Marley – and the most songs sampled by other artist over the years – has allowed them to become true ambassadors of reggae music and culture.

Africa Oyé’s Paul Duhaney said: “We knew there was going to be a big reggae shaped hole in our audience’s summer this year with no Oyé festival, so we jumped up at the chance to team up with our friends at Future Yard to bring some bonafide roots reggae legends to Birkenhead. It’s set up to be the perfect summer evening and if you’re part of our Liverpool family who have yet to experience this exciting venue across the water yet, then this is the one to book tickets for.”

I am sure that the crowd in Birkenhead, though lacking in the numbers of Glastonbury will make up for it with their enthusiasm as with all Africa Oye events. For your chance to join that crown in the Wirral sunshine – Black Uhuru play Future Yard in Birkenhead on 27th June 2025 with doors opening at 7:30pm. Tickets are available now from the venue’s website.