November 8th 2024.
The Scissor Sisters are finally making a comeback, but fans can't help but notice that one member is missing from the lineup. In a year full of reunion announcements, from Oasis to Girls Aloud, it was the unexpected return of the Scissor Sisters that really got people talking.
But amidst all the excitement, the band members Jake Shears, Babydaddy, and Del Marquis have been keeping a low profile on social media. In fact, Jake has even removed Instagram from his phone, as the trio sat down with Metro to discuss their highly-anticipated 2025 tour.
As they reflect on the overwhelming response to their reunion, Babydaddy expresses his happiness at the love the UK still has for The Scissor Sisters. However, he also acknowledges the disappointment felt by fans about the absence of bandmate Ana Matronic.
But the band stands by Ana's decision to prioritize her own needs and turn down the 20th anniversary tour. Babydaddy reveals that he had personally wanted her to be a part of it, but ultimately respects her choice. Ana herself released a statement explaining that she had other exciting projects in the works, and the contracts were already signed.
As the conversation shifts to the upcoming tour, the band members promise to put on an unforgettable show. They went on hiatus in 2012, and Babydaddy shares that he wanted to make sure Ana was asked to be a part of the reunion. However, she declined, and the band supports her decision.
But Ana's spirit will still be present in their performances, as Jake points out that "nothing stays the same." The guitarist Del assures fans that any changes made will still honor the core of the original tracks, as they don't want to alienate their fans. They have always been attentive to details and embraced chaos in their creative process, and this tour will be no different.
While some fans have called for Ana's return and even suggested postponing the tour, the 20th anniversary felt too important to let slip away. Babydaddy explains that they wanted to honor this milestone and celebrate it with their fans. And when asked about the possibility of a 25th anniversary tour, Del teases with a "dot dot dot."
As they reflect on the passing of time and the importance of seizing the moment, Jake lights up at the thought of living legend Cher making a surprise appearance on tour. He recalls her expressing interest in singing their hit "Mary," and the band members are still hopeful that it's not too late.
It's been 12 years since the Scissor Sisters went on an indefinite hiatus, but they want to make it clear that it was never a firm breakup. As they emerge from their "invisibility cloak" and make their comeback, they reflect on the significance of their openness about their sexual identities.
The band members never wanted to be put into a "gay icon" box, but they were also not afraid to have conversations about their identities. As Babydaddy puts it, they never wanted anyone to feel excluded from their music. They were simply being themselves, and that's all that matters.
The Scissor Sisters have made a much-anticipated return to the music scene, but it seems that there is one member who is noticeably absent. Reunions have been the trend this year, with bands like Oasis and Girls Aloud announcing their comebacks, but it was the sudden return of the Scissor Sisters that truly got fans excited.
As the band, consisting of Jake Shears, Babydaddy, and Del Marquis, sat down with Metro to discuss their upcoming 2025 tour, they revealed that they have been intentionally avoiding social media. Jake even admitted to completely removing Instagram from his phone. With the tour announcement garnering a lot of attention, Babydaddy asked Jake for his opinion on the response, to which he responded, "Do you feel like it's good? You can tell us." Babydaddy also expressed his happiness at the love and support that the UK still has for the Scissor Sisters.
While the excitement for the reunion has been overwhelming, fans have also been vocal about their disappointment in not seeing bandmate Ana Matronic on stage. However, the band members are proud of Ana for prioritizing her own needs and choosing not to be a part of the 20th anniversary tour. Babydaddy, in particular, shared that he had personally made sure to invite Ana to join them, but she had other projects lined up and contracts to fulfill. He respects her decision and believes that everyone should only do what feels right for them.
As for Ana's absence, Jake stated that her spirit will still be with them in some way. He also believes that nothing stays the same, and they are excited to see how the band's dynamic will change without Ana. Del reassured fans that even with the changes, they will still stay true to the core of their music and not alienate their loyal followers. He also emphasized that they will not take the stage unless they are confident in putting on an incredible show.
Despite some fans demanding a postponement of the tour to wait for Ana's return, the band felt that the 20th anniversary was too significant to let it pass by. They acknowledged that time is passing by, and they are not getting any younger, so they want to make the most of the present moment. When asked about a 25th anniversary tour, Del cheekily hinted at the possibility with a "dot dot dot."
As for who could possibly fill Ana's shoes, Metro suggested the idea of Cher making a surprise appearance on tour. Jake fondly recalled a conversation with Cher after a show, where she expressed her love for their song "Mary" and even hinted at potentially covering it. Babydaddy chimed in, saying it's not too late for Cher's version, and Jake jokingly added that his head would explode if that ever happened.
It has been 12 years since the Scissor Sisters went on an indefinite hiatus, but the band wants to clarify that it was never a definitive breakup. As they step back into the limelight, they feel like they were under an "invisibility cloak" in the UK, and it's now time to take it off. This is especially meaningful for the group, as they have always been open about their sexual identities without being boxed into the "Gay Icon" label. They made a conscious decision not to constantly highlight their queerness but never shied away from important conversations. Babydaddy emphasized that they were not hiding behind anything and wanted everyone to feel invited and included in their music.
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