It's no surprise that the musical community is going to experience a massive rush of reunion tours and albums from bands that once stood tall in the 1990s (MBV, Polvo, The Verve, Shudder to Think, etc.). I've got a list of ten that I'd be willing to bet money on.

p.s. The Smiths reunion will never happen.


1. Pavement - Next year marks Matador Records 20th anniversary, perfect timing for the indie-rock kings to embark on a reunion tour, play Coachella and show the kids how it's done.

2. Blur - Bassist Alex James makes frequent remarks in the press about the group "discussing rehearsals," having tea, or just planting the thought in the minds of hopeful Brit-pop fans everywhere. As of yesterday, his comments seem more like a reality than ever before.

3. Pulp - Jarvis Cocker's solo career is going well, but I can't imagine listening to "Common People" through stereo speakers for the rest of my days.

4. The Stone Roses - The group's first tour of the U.S. following the not so bad Second Coming was a major dud. This was partly due to drummer Reni quitting the band weeks before the jaunt. It's time to get these four back together.

5. Ride - Why is Andy Bell still playing bass for Oasis? Oh wait, he's getting paid. Still, Ride were one of the best live acts of that period.

6. Afghan Whigs - Greg Dulli is rumored to have stated that he'd never reunite the band, but that's what they all say before the concert promoters add a few zeros to the paycheck.

7. Cocteau Twins - After canceling their Coachella appearance a few years back it was pretty clear that Liz Frasier had little interest in playing live ever again. But, once she hears about Greg Dulli's paycheck, she might change her mind.

8. Archers of Loaf - Although they experienced little mainstream success, my spidey sense tells me that this will happen within two years time.

9. Hum - Um, hello! You've got one of your signature tunes on a Cadillac commercial and you're one of the most respected American rock/metal hybrids of the past two decades.

10. Weezer (w/Matt Sharp) - Remember when Weezer were good? I do. Those good old days are referred to as the 'Matt Sharp years.' Here's what they should do:

1. Debut at Coachella.
2. Go on a world tour -- playing only material from the first two albums, or just Pinkerton from start to finish.
3. Retire.