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The Oasis Effect: Which Bands Should Reunite Next?

Call it a comeback—or call it a miracle. After years of public spats, walkouts, and “no chance in hell” interviews, the Gallagher brothers finally reunited, and Oasis is back on tour for Live ’25. It’s a reunion few dared to dream of, and now they’re selling out stadiums across the globe.

If Liam and Noel can patch things up after 16 years of estrangement, what excuse do other broken bands have?

This new era of reunion optimism—dubbed “The Oasis Effect”—has fans dreaming again. So who’s next? Which long-disbanded groups should hit the road once more? Some are pipe dreams, others closer to reality. Here are our five top picks for bands we want to see reunited—and the odds that it might actually happen.

1. R.E.M.

They called it quits in 2011, not out of anger, but closure. R.E.M. ended things with class and clarity. “We walk away with a great sense of gratitude, of finality,” said frontman Michael Stipe at the time.

Odds of a reunion? Unlikely—but not impossible.
Last year, Stipe, Mike Mills, Peter Buck, and Bill Berry did reunite to perform “Losing My Religion” at the Songwriters Hall of Fame induction—15 years after their last live show. Add the recent reissue of their debut single to benefit the real-life Radio Free Europe, and the embers are still warm. A full-blown tour? Maybe not. But a surprise show or live set? Never say never.

2. Daft Punk

When the French robots split in 2021 with a silent “bang” during the pandemic, fans were devastated. Thomas Bangalter and Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo had defined two decades of electronic music and left behind a spotless discography and a mythic legacy.

Odds of a reunion? Low—at least for now.
Even the Paris 2024 Olympics couldn’t lure them out of retirement. While the duo still share a studio, Bangalter’s orchestral solo album 'Mythologies' hints at a different creative path. But they’re only a few years into the hiatus, and if there’s one act that thrives on surprise, it’s Daft Punk. Keep the faith.

3. Outkast

The duo behind Stankonia, Speakerboxxx/The Love Below, and Aquemini have been on indefinite hiatus since 2007. Big Boi stayed active with solo projects, while André 3000 pivoted into flutes and ambient soundscapes.

Odds of a reunion? Better than you think.
Outkast were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame this year—a major nod to their cultural significance. And while André’s current musical direction is far from hip-hop, the legacy they share is too powerful to fade quietly. The world’s ready. We’re just waiting for them to be, too.

4. Talking Heads

It’s hard to overstate their influence. From the art-punk brilliance of Fear of Music to the electrifying live experience of Stop Making Sense, Talking Heads left an indelible mark on music. But egos, tensions, and burned bridges made a reunion feel less likely than a new Twin Peaks season.

Odds of a reunion? Not quite dead in the water.
Coachella reportedly offered them $80 million for a reunion this year—and they declined. Ouch. Still, relations have thawed: David Byrne recently described the relationship with his bandmates as “cordial,” and the release of a music video for “Psycho Killer” starring Saoirse Ronan gave fans new hope. We’re not ruling anything out just yet.

5. The Fugees

The Score (1996) remains a monumental achievement in hip-hop history, but behind the scenes, it was chaos. Bitter fallouts, romantic drama between Lauryn Hill and Wyclef Jean, and Pras openly slamming both in interviews made this group’s collapse feel permanent.

Odds of a reunion? Wildly unpredictable.
They briefly reformed in the mid-2000s and even announced a 25th anniversary tour in 2021—only to cancel it three days before the first show. While Hill and Jean occasionally express optimism, internal trust seems nonexistent. But hey—Oasis just reunited. Miracles happen.

Honorable Mentions:

• Fleetwood Mac: With the passing of Christine McVie, a full reunion may never happen—but a tribute tour could still be on the cards.
• The Smiths: Let’s be honest, this one’s never happening. Morrissey and Marr are oil and water—beautiful together, impossible in reality.
• Led Zeppelin: Plant’s done. Jones and Page seem open. But at this point, a full reunion tour feels unlikely.
• Hope Of The States: They're already coming back after 18 years. An under-the-radar victory for post-rock fans.

Looking Forward

As Oasis storms back onto the stage and fans across the globe relive there ‘90s anthems with fresh energy, the possibility of other legendary reunions no longer feels like fantasy. Whether it’s the raw innovation of Outkast, the electrifying performance art of Talking Heads, or the genre-defining rhythms of Daft Punk, there’s never been a better moment for musical healing—and spectacle.

The music world is clearly watching. Reunions are no longer just about nostalgia—they're about legacy, catharsis, and bringing new generations into the fold. With renewed interest, massive tour potential, and digital buzz keeping the conversations alive, we might just be on the brink of a golden age of comebacks.

So keep your fingers crossed, you’re playlists ready, and you’re alerts on. If Oasis is back, anything is possible.

Conclusion: Can Lightning Strike Twice?

The Oasis reunion has shattered what many thought was an unbreakable stalemate. It proves that time heals (some) wounds—and that nostalgia, paired with lucrative ticket sales, can make anything possible.

As the Live ’25 tour rolls through UK, Ireland, North and South America, Asia, and Australia—wrapping in Brazil on 23 November—fans are looking at their old playlists with fresh hope.

So we ask again: If Oasis can do it, why not your favourite band?

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Oasis is back—and if the Gallaghers can reunite, who’s next? From Daft Punk to The Fugees, here are the bands we want to see together again—and the odds they’ll return.