Nothing gets us excited quite like the return of a chart topper from times gone by. And with Liam and Noel staging the reunion we never thought would actually happen this year we’re now firmly of the belief that anything is possible.
Oasismania had us all firmly in its grip throughout much of 2025, showing that no matter how long a band’s been MIA for, loyal fans are always ready and waiting to don the merch, head to their nearest stadium and sing their hearts out.
The return of Oasis may well have got other acts thinking hard about the possibility of a reunion, too. Live ‘25 was an overwhelming success, with demand for tickets just as high as it had been in the band’s heyday. And there are plenty of other bands that’d enjoy similar levels of devotion if they, too, took the plunge and headed back to the stage.
“In general, all artists - including legacy artists - are earning much less from streaming than earlier generations of artists, so tours are imperative for them to earn a living”
To determine the chances of some of our best-loved bands staging their much-anticipated comebacks next year, we spoke to music industry executive Seth Schachner and analysed extensive data on recent reunions.
And now, without further ado, we can bring you the latest odds on the bands most likely to return in the near future. Get Ticketmaster on standby; you won’t want to miss any of these gigs.
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Bands most likely to make a comeback in 2026: The latest odds
| Act |
Odds |
Implied Probability |
| NSYNC |
3/1 |
25% |
| Spice Girls |
17/4 |
19% |
| Destiny’s Child |
6/1 |
14% |
| Take That |
10/1 |
9% |
| Rage Against the Machine |
13/1 |
7% |
| The White Stripes |
19/1 |
5% |
| Daft Punk |
32/1 |
3% |
| ABBA |
49/1 |
2% |
Bands most likely to make a comeback in 2026: odds analysis
NSYNC 3/1 | Implied probability 25%
Public appetite for an NSYNC reunion is now reaching fever pitch, given the fact that several members of the group have openly discussed their willingness to tour again.
We haven’t seen a full concert tour since 2002, but there was a brief reunion for “Better Place” two years ago, making a 2026 comeback very possible.
Of course, it’s not really a comeback without Justin, so eyes are now on JT’s schedule to determine when we might hear news of a reunion.
If the stars align, NSYNC 2026 could definitely happen. This I Promise You.
The Spice Girls 17/4 | Implied probability 19%
The absolute banger that is Wannabe turns 30 years old in 2026, and rumours of The Spice Girls marking the anniversary with the reunion we’ve been clamouring for for years are now circulating.
Several members of the group have always been open about wanting to tour again, but Posh Spice, aka Victoria Beckham, hadn’t seemed quite as keen. Until now.
On 17 October, when asked about the possibility of a reunion on SiriusXM, Beckham admitted (drumroll please)… “it would be tempting.”
Union Jack dresses at the ready… It is time.
Destiny’s Child 6/1 | Implied probability 14%
Destiny’s Child shocked us all when they reunited for the finale of Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter in Vegas earlier this year.
The trio, who hadn’t been on stage together for seven years, performed a medley of some of their best-loved hits, and got us all talking about the possibility of a 2026 tour at the same time.
A Destiny’s Child reunion now looks highly likely, but it all hinges on whether Beyoncé’s got an opening in her busy schedule.
Let’s see whether Queen Bey has time to make us Lose our Breath in 2026.
Next band to make a comeback in 2026 | odds sleeper
Take That 10/1 | Implied probability 9%
Take That has been touring as a trio for some time now, but a full reunion would require all five members of the band back on stage, so it’s Jason and Robbie that need convincing.
Robbie has appeared in a few one-off performances over the years. The likelihood is he’ll say yes to a comeback tour before long.
Jason, on the other hand, has made a determined effort to stay out of the limelight since leaving the band. Will the success of other comeback tours be the thing to change his mind?
Come on Jason, it could be the greatest day of our lives.
What’s shortening the odds on legacy band comebacks?
We spoke to Seth Schachner, a music industry executive who has worked for major labels and also manages artists, to find out why an increasing number of bands are making a comeback right now.
Schachner explained, “In general, all artists – including legacy artists – are earning much less from streaming than earlier generations of artists, so tours are imperative for them to earn a living.”
“For huge legacy artists – whether Oasis or others like Metallica, Depeche Mode or Green Day – big tours are an antidote to slowing streaming numbers and income, and they’re a great way to invigorate fandom and listening.”
Oasis dominated the headlines when they announced their return, because this was a reunion that many didn’t see coming. The incredible demand for tickets was, in part, fuelled by fans’ concern that this was their one and only chance to see the band perform.
“The Oasis tour was special given that the band hadn’t performed in over a decade and a half, so it really drove ticket sales and fan engagement,” said Seth. “It even refreshed the artist’s streaming numbers. It was (and will continue to be) a huge payday for the artist as well.”
News of reunion tours is invariably welcomed by those who followed bands during their rise to fame, but the current trend does come with a downside. Newer artists, and those still struggling to make a name for themselves, may well find themselves in an even more difficult situation given the attention that big name comebacks command.
Comebacks are “a great thing if you’re the artist, promoter or venue behind the reunion tour,” explained Seth, “but it might affect some smaller or mid-sized artist ticket sales, as fans only have so much money and time to spend. It’s possible that “big spending” on tickets for giant reunion tours along with the pricey merchandise “cannibalizes” other tours.”
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