Hello fellow rockers šŸ¤˜! As a music lover, thereā€™s nothing more exciting than hearing about a band reunion. Especially when itā€™s a band that hasnā€™t been seen onstage together in years. These epic band reunions have left fans speechless and yearning for more. From igniting a new generation of fans to causing the return of classic hits, these reunions have truly been inspiring. So, letā€™s go through some of the best epic band reunions that have happened in recent years!

Guns Nā€™ Roses: Not in This Lifetime Tour šŸ’„šŸŽø

After years of rumors, drama, and broken relationships, Guns Nā€™ Roses (GNR) surprised their fans with a reunion in 2016. The original lineup of Axl Rose, Slash, and Duff McKagan had not played a show together since 1993. The ā€œNot in This Lifetimeā€ tour became one of the highest-grossing reunion tours of all time, grossing over $563 million. Their catchy, high-powered rock anthems and explosive energy won the hearts of both new and older fans.

Axl Rose and Slash on stage performing, with fireworks in the background

My Chemical Romance: Return of the Emo Kings šŸ‘‘šŸ–¤

In 2013, My Chemical Romance (MCR) shocked their fans and announced they were breaking up - breaking hundreds of thousands of hearts in the process. Fans never lost hope that they would see them reunite again. So, in November 2019, during a concert in Los Angeles, the band released a cryptic video of a desert sun with a date - their return show. Tickets sold out within minutes. Their fans could not conceal their excitement when they heard MCR was back in the game. Their influence on the emo scene never fizzled out, and this reunion was the perfect way to relive and celebrate their powerful lyrics and masterful performances.

The band members of My Chemical Romance standing on stage, with a neon cross in the background

Fleetwood Mac: Classic Band Lineup on Stage Again šŸ’ƒšŸŽ¹

Fleetwood Mac has seen many changes over the years, with different band members joining, leaving, and rejoining. In 2018, Christine McVie, Mick Fleetwood, Stevie Nicks, and John McVie reunited with the legendary guitarist Lindsey Buckingham for a farewell tour. It was the first time that the classic five-member lineup had played together since 1997. Their chemistry was undeniable as they went through their extensive catalog, performing hits like ā€œGo Your Own Way,ā€ ā€œDonā€™t Stop,ā€ and ā€œRhiannon.ā€

The classic lineup of Fleetwood Mac standing on stage, with a purple and blue background

Rage Against the Machine: Reuniting Fire and Fury šŸ”„šŸ’„

After years of anticipation, Rage Against the Machine (RATM) announced in 2019 that they would be making a comeback in 2020 for a nationally and internationally acclaimed tour. The bandā€™s political views and fierce sound left an indelible mark on music history, and fans were ecstatic to see them play again. The bandā€™s reunion tour quickly turned into a social movement, creating a formidable force against world issues like political injustice and war. Their electrifying performances infused fans with the passion and energy they are known for.

Rage Against the Machine performing with their fans in the background, holding up their arms and jumping

Journey: Frontman Steve Perry Returns to the Stage šŸŽ¤šŸŽ™ļø

Journeyā€™s journey (pun intended) went downhill after Steve Perryā€™s departure in 1998. Fans had been eagerly waiting for them to come back with their frontman. But it wasnā€™t until 2016 that Perry joined his bandmates for their Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction. It was an emotional moment, and fans were left teary-eyed when they took the stage together. They later came together for a performance of ā€œDonā€™t Stop Believinā€™ā€ for a fanā€™s wedding in 2020. Perryā€™s return was an ode to their past hits and a testament to their ability to create new magic together.

Steve Perry and the band members of Journey, standing in a line on stage, with a yellow and orange background

Letā€™s hope more of our favorite band reunions happen in the near future! These legendary bands have proven that thereā€™s nothing like the power of music- and how it can bring people together. What was your favorite band reunion and why? Let us know in the comments below!

A collage of the bands mentioned in the blog, with their pictures and tour names