An ABBA reunion – what’s the odds?
Bookies are taking bets on an ABBA comeback after singer Agnetha Faltskog hinted at a possible reunion for Sweden’s most successful band. Faltskog, who has come out of retirement to release a solo album called “A”, was asked by a German magazine if she would be open to an ABBA reunion and she responded positively. … [Read the full story]
The Smiths won’t be getting back together…yet
JOHNNY MARR seems to have ended hopes that he and Morrissey will re-form The Smiths this year – by starting work on a solo album. The axeman has worked with The Cribs and Modest Mouse in recent years but has only ever had one proper solo release, 2003’s Boomslang. A source said: “The chances of … [Read the full story]
Did Beckham make The Stone Roses reunion happen?
Former Manchester United midfielder and ex-England captain David Beckham played a key role in making The Stone Roses reunion happen, according to tabloid reports. Apparently, the footballer is a huge fan of The Stone Roses and apparently repeatedly attempted to persuade bassist Mani and frontman Ian Brown to make a reunion happen. An anonymous source said, … [Read the full story]
Possible one off gig for ABBA
It’s looking more and more likely that ABBA could reform for a one off concert. Singer Agnetha Faltskog, 60, hinted the legendary band may reform after 28 years for a one-off charity gig. Agnetha, who lives the life of a recluse on a Swedish island, has always been the one who never wanted to do … [Read the full story]
Suede are reforming
Suede have reformed to perform at the O2, London, in December. But what about after the gig? What happens next? Suede front-man Brett Anderson reckons that every band that’s ever reformed has been rubbish the second time around. Well Brett, that’s not strictly true. Of course it’s just opinionated drivel but when the Sex Pistols … [Read the full story]
The Models cancel concert to respect band member who killed himself
The Models have cancelled their reunion gig in Perth after band member, James Freud, committed suicide in Melbourne last week. They were due to play at the Perth International Arts Festival at the Becks Music Box on February the 17th, 2011. James Freud had battled with alcoholism but had been sober for the last five … [Read the full story]
