October 12th 2024.
The past 12 months have been a whirlwind for big names in pop music who have made their comeback after years away from the spotlight. From iconic bands like Oasis and Blink-182 reuniting, to chart-topping groups like Fairground Attraction and Wet Wet Wet getting back together, it's been a major year for music comebacks. Even legendary artists like The Beatles graced us with a new song after a 30-year hiatus, topping the charts with their touching track "Now and Then" before Christmas. But amidst all these exciting reunions, what about the bands who haven't shown any signs of getting back together? Who do people want to see make a comeback more than anyone else? Could 2025 be the year of the comeback?
Well, the speculation can finally end because a new study from Betting Lounge has revealed the top acts that the British public is eagerly hoping to see reunite. The list ranges from 1970s American soft rock to 2010s British teen pop, and even includes early 1980s new wave and some of heavy metal's biggest names. But is your favorite band on the list? Let's take a look at the full countdown below.
At the top of the list are One Direction, the popular teen pop group that captured the hearts of young fans in the 2010s. It's only been eight years since they split up, but the demand for their reunion has remained high. The band, consisting of Harry Styles, Zayn Malik, Liam Payne, Louis Tomlinson, and Niall Horan, formed in 2011 during their audition for The X Factor, and went on to achieve four UK number one singles in just five years. Although Zayn left the group first, all five members eventually pursued solo careers, with Harry Styles having the most successful solo career so far. The study revealed that One Direction still has over 42 million monthly listeners on Spotify, making them one of the top inactive groups in the world. And according to Google searches, the terms "One Direction reunion" and "One Direction tour" have recently spiked up by 4,300%, with over 215,000 searches in the last month alone. That's over 7,000 searches per day and nearly 300 searches per hour – talk about a devoted fanbase!
Next on the list is Fleetwood Mac, the iconic soft rock band formed in 1967. They released an impressive 16 albums before disbanding in 1995, but reunited in 1997 for one more album in 2003. They continued to tour until 2022, with numerous line-up changes over the years. However, the passing of long-time member Christine McVie caused the band to pause and consider their future. Founding member Mick Fleetwood stated in 2023 that they were "done" as a band, but also acknowledged that they had said that before and anything could happen. But fellow member Stevie Nicks echoed Mick's sentiment, saying that she saw no reason for the band to reunite after McVie's death at the age of 79. Throughout their seven decades together, the British-American band achieved four UK number one albums and 11 top 10 singles on the UK charts.
Moving on to a completely different genre, we have KISS, the American hard rock band that formed in 1973. With over 14 million monthly listeners on Spotify and over 130,000 Google searches in the last month, it's clear that fans are still hungry for a KISS reunion. The band officially called it quits in 2023 after 50 years in the music industry, following their End of the Road world tour. However, fans can still see them in a way – as digital avatars. A live concert experience, similar to the Abba Voyage show, is set to launch in 2027 with a whopping $200 million investment. KISS has had numerous line-up changes over the years, but they did reunite with their original members in 1996 after a wave of nostalgia for the band. They boast over 100 million records sold worldwide and have had 30 albums certified Gold – the most of any American band.
Last but not least, we have Talking Heads, the new wave band formed in the early '80s. Despite their disbandment in 1991, they still have a devoted following, with over 10 million monthly listeners on Spotify. The group has had a few reunions over the years, most notably in 2002 when they were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. In 2009, the band also reunited for a one-off performance, sparking hope for future reunions. And with over 120,000 Google searches in the last month for "Talking Heads reunion," it's clear that fans are still holding out hope for a comeback.
As we eagerly await for these bands to potentially reunite, one thing is for sure – the music industry has been and will continue to be greatly impacted by these big pop music comebacks.
It's been quite a momentous year for the world of pop music as we've witnessed some of the biggest comebacks in recent memory. After a 15-year hiatus, Oasis finally reunited, much to the delight of their devoted fanbase. And not to be outdone, Blink-182 also got back together for a series of highly anticipated shows. But it wasn't just these two iconic bands that made a comeback, as chart-toppers Fairground Attraction and Wet Wet Wet also reunited to the delight of their loyal followers.
But perhaps the most surprising return of all was from none other than The Beatles themselves. After a staggering 30 years, the legendary group released a new song titled "Now and Then," which quickly rose to the top of the charts, providing a bittersweet end to their illustrious career. With all these amazing comebacks, it's hard not to wonder who else might make a return to the stage in the near future. Will 2025 be the year of the comeback?
Well, wonder no more because a new study conducted by Betting Lounge has revealed the top acts that the British public is desperately hoping will reunite. The list is a diverse mix of genres, ranging from 1970s American soft rock to 2010s British teen pop, as well as early 1980s new wave and some of heavy metal's biggest names. But the question remains, is your favorite band on the list? Let's take a look at the full countdown below.
At the top of the list are none other than 2010s teen pop sensation One Direction. It's been eight years since the group split up, but they have remained in high demand ever since. Formed in 2011 through The X Factor, Harry Styles, Zayn Malik, Liam Payne, Louis Tomlinson, and Niall Horan quickly rose to fame, scoring four UK number ones in just five years. And despite going their separate ways, they have each found success in their solo careers, with Harry Styles leading the pack. The study revealed that the group still has an impressive 42 million monthly listeners on Spotify, making them one of the biggest inactive groups in the world. And with a staggering 4,300% increase in Google searches for "One Direction reunion" and "One Direction tour" in the last 30 days, it's clear that the public is eagerly awaiting their return.
Shifting gears entirely, the second most desired band to reunite, at least for a UK tour, is the legendary soft rock group Fleetwood Mac. Formed in 1967, the band released a total of 16 albums before disbanding in 1995, only to reunite in 1997 for one final album in 2003. They continued touring until 2022, but the death of long-time member Christine McVie gave the band pause for thought. Founding member Mick Fleetwood stated in 2023 that he believed the loss of McVie marked the end for the band, but added that they had all said that before and it was unthinkable to even consider a reunion at the moment. Stevie Nicks, who joined the band in the mid-1970s, also supported this sentiment, stating that she saw no reason for the band to get back together after McVie's passing at the age of 79. Throughout their seven-decade career, the British-American band achieved four UK number one albums and 11 top 10 singles on the UK charts.
With over 14 million monthly listeners on Spotify and more than 130,000 Google searches in the last month, it's clear that there is a strong desire for a KISS reunion. The American hard rock band, originally formed in 1973, only called it quits last year after an impressive 50-year run in the music industry, culminating in their "End of the Road" world tour. While fans may not get to see Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Peter Criss, or Ace Frehley perform in person again, they can look forward to a unique experience as the band is set to be immortalized as digital avatars. With a whopping $200 million invested in a live concert experience that will debut in 2027, fans can still rock out to their favorite KISS songs in a whole new way. Fun fact: KISS has sold over 100 million records worldwide and has the most Gold-certified albums of any American band, with a staggering 30 under their belt.
Last but certainly not least, we have Talking Heads, a band that has gone through numerous line-up changes over the years. After reuniting with their original members in 1996, the band saw a surge in popularity as people reminisced about the good old days. With over 100 million records sold worldwide and 30 Gold-certified albums, it's no wonder that fans are eagerly waiting for a possible reunion. And with the recent trend of digital avatars, who knows, maybe we'll see Talking Heads perform in a whole new way in the future.
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