He explained at the time: “I cannot bear to see what we are offering to our loyal fans who have stood by us through thick and thin."I think it’s clear that I’ve had enough of being depressed, as I’m sure other members are, but the difference is I’m not prepared to continue to be miserable at home and work.”In a statement shared at the time, the group said: “UB40 are shocked and saddened by not only Astro’s decision to quit the band, but also his refusal to honour his touring commitments."We have several tours booked in the coming months, including our biggest UK tour for three years, and he has not only let us down but also our fans..
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