neepheid Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 [quote name='RockfordStone' timestamp='1457895506' post='3002783'] would "brave new world" by iron maiden count? it wasn't a reformation as such but did mark the return of adrian smith and bruce dickinson and turned out to be a pretty darn good album [/quote] I was tempted to say the same with exactly the same proviso Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EliasMooseblaster Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 [quote name='KevB' timestamp='1457887285' post='3002666'] When the Deep Purple Mk2 lineup reformed in the 80's and made 'Perfect Strangers', many fans see it as one of their strongest albums. [/quote] It was certainly a bit of a return to form after a few of the howlers in between! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LayDownThaFunk Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Refused and Soundgarden. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panamonte Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Wire have released some great albums in their reformed incarnations following their initial dissolution after their classic late 70s trio - Pink Flag, Chairs Missing and 154. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arthurhenry Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Mr. Big with What If? and The Stories we Could Tell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uncle psychosis Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 New Order. Their latest lp is possibly their greatest ever. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue Posted March 14, 2016 Share Posted March 14, 2016 (edited) I can't think of any. Not to high jack the thread, I can only comment on new material from bands that have had their day. The iconish bands of my generation are no longer making great recordings. Nobody is interested in their new material. For example,nobody is a bigger Stones fan than me, however I have absolutely no interest in their "new stuff".Keep in mind The Stones are still running at a profit and gaining new fans without New hit records. Exile still sells over a million copies annually and it takes close to million dollars to present 1 Stones performance. Just a little off topic. My generation was buying those great recordings when we were like 16 and 17 years old. I seriously doubt many 70 plus year old artists can write material that's socially relevant to today's youth. And why would they want to? Most of these bands (my heroes) have enough material recorded in the 60s & 70s to last me a life time. I think most artists go through one stage of prolific writing and that's about it. Just my opinion and I'm sticking to it. Blue Edited March 14, 2016 by blue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahpook Posted March 14, 2016 Share Posted March 14, 2016 [quote name='Panamonte' timestamp='1457900060' post='3002867'] Wire have released some great albums in their reformed incarnations following their initial dissolution after their classic late 70s trio - Pink Flag, Chairs Missing and 154. [/quote] Good point, well made. Chapeau, mon amis ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bassman Sam Posted March 14, 2016 Share Posted March 14, 2016 [quote name='blue' timestamp='1457913674' post='3003049'] I can't think of any. Not to high jack the thread, I can only comment on new material from bands that have had their day. The iconish bands of my generation are no longer making great recordings. Nobody is interested in their new material. For example,nobody is a bigger Stones fan than me, however I have absolutely no interest in their "new stuff". Just a little off topic. My generation was buying those great recordings when we were like 16 and 17 years old. I seriously doubt many 70 plus year old artists can write material that's socially relevant to today's youth. And why would they want to? Most of these bands (my heroes) have enough material recorded in the 60s & 70s to last me a life time. I think most artists go through one stage of prolific writing and that's about it. Just my opinion and I'm sticking to it. Blue [/quote] Nail and head. I find that bands have a few great albums then it's Meh after that. I can't think any that have produced great work in later years, never mind after reforming. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AttitudeCastle Posted March 14, 2016 Share Posted March 14, 2016 [quote name='arthurhenry' timestamp='1457901368' post='3002890'] Mr. Big with What If? and The Stories we Could Tell. [/quote] +1000 my thoughts exactly. What if? Is a fantastic album! And the reunion tours were incredible too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LewisK1975 Posted March 14, 2016 Share Posted March 14, 2016 [quote name='RockfordStone' timestamp='1457895506' post='3002783'] would "brave new world" by iron maiden count? it wasn't a reformation as such but did mark the return of adrian smith and bruce dickinson and turned out to be a pretty darn good album [/quote] I'd agree with this, all of the albums since BD and AS came back into the band have been excellent. Somewhat predictable on times, but always top notch! Now - if they'd just tour the UK a bit more often... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timmo Posted March 14, 2016 Share Posted March 14, 2016 I liked Flags and Emblems by Stiff Little Fingers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pst62 Posted March 14, 2016 Share Posted March 14, 2016 UFO - Walk On Water. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAY AGAINST THE MACHINE Posted March 14, 2016 Share Posted March 14, 2016 Black sabbath 13 is the only one I can think of. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charic Posted March 14, 2016 Share Posted March 14, 2016 At which point does it become reformed? There's quite a few who have had significant lineup changes An example is the amount of changes that have been made to Dream Theaters lineup over the years Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panamonte Posted March 14, 2016 Share Posted March 14, 2016 [quote name='charic' timestamp='1457955071' post='3003242'] At which point does it become reformed? There's quite a few who have had significant lineup changes [/quote] I took it to mean a band that formerly announces that it's splitting up, members go their separate ways, then gets back together a few years down the line. Maybe for sound artistic reasons, maybe because of the dawning realisation that the endowment isn't going to cover the mortgage Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gelfin Posted March 14, 2016 Share Posted March 14, 2016 90125. Yes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dudewheresmybass Posted March 14, 2016 Share Posted March 14, 2016 (edited) Surgical steel - carcass At war with reality- at the gates Black gives way to blue- Alice in chains Stryper- reborn Black sabbath- 13 Edited March 14, 2016 by dudewheresmybass Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted March 14, 2016 Share Posted March 14, 2016 It Bites, 'The Tall Ships' and 'Map Of The Past'. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darkandrew Posted March 14, 2016 Author Share Posted March 14, 2016 There's a lot of love here for "13" by Black Sabbath - maybe I should check that one out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr zed Posted March 14, 2016 Share Posted March 14, 2016 [quote name='pst62' timestamp='1457952823' post='3003218'] UFO - Walk On Water. [/quote] Yes indeed! A cracking album and as good as their earlier classic material. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr zed Posted March 14, 2016 Share Posted March 14, 2016 (edited) ELO - Alone in the Universe. Edit - sorry totally missed the point of the thread - please ignore me - it's been a long day. Edited March 14, 2016 by mr zed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MacDaddy Posted March 14, 2016 Share Posted March 14, 2016 Machine Gun Etiquette - The Damned Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue Posted March 15, 2016 Share Posted March 15, 2016 (edited) Would The Band Of Gypsies count as a reformed Jimi Hendrix Experience. If yes,they kicked ass. I attended the historical 1969 New Years Eve show at the Filmore East. Surreal is the only way to desrcibe being there. Blue Edited March 15, 2016 by blue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spongebob Posted March 15, 2016 Share Posted March 15, 2016 [quote name='blue' timestamp='1458002652' post='3003889'] Would The Band Of Gypsies count as a reformed Jimi Hendrix Experience. If yes,they kicked ass. I attended the historical 1969 New Years Eve show at the Filmore East. Surreal is the only way to desrcibe being there. Blue [/quote] All I can say is WOW! That's what I call a gig to attend. I always wish the Jimi had continued with the B.O.G. - I've read so many book on the various reasons why he didn't - always a shame, as both the original album, and the double released a few years back are simply stunning. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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