cos I wasn't old enough\ has a bad leg that day then I'd still go see em. I wasn't old enough to see The Specials in their pomp. Am I going to Brixton? (reardless of whether Dammers is there) You betcha.

Will it be like the old days? No, probably not but how would I know. I wasn't there

all original line-up and, most importantly, all must be the same age as they were when they made it big.

for me would be "who is in the band?"

If the lynchpins of the band are absent, then no thankee, but if the musicians responsible for the signature sound are still there, then I'd certainly consider it.

But Led Zep without Percy..? No, thanks.

on seeing bands reunite. If I had a time machine and could go back and see the Smiths in 85, the Jam in 79 or whatever, then that'd be great. But seeing them now...no thanks. And the novelty wears off pretty quick-the first show it's a thrill wondering what they'll play, how they'll look, but it doesn't last.God forbid, they might even decide to record new material. Anyway, off to get some Mott the Hoople and Magazine tickets now...

But I won't do that anyway, no matter who it is. There could be loads of reasons why I missed a band first time around, so that wouldn't stop me. I agree with Fraser M's point about 'who is in the band'. That's essential. But I am struggling to think of who I would want go and see if they reformed.

I went to Hanoi Rocks reunion tour, since it was also their last show. Andy McCoy and Michael Monroe – the kernel of the original band – where there so it was really good.

I wouldn't good and see the current line up of GN'R though.

tomorrow, early reports from the warm up show is that they played a blinder and Devoto's voice is as strong as it ever was.
Where else will I hear those songs played live? Don't analyse it and go with an open heart and mind

first time round, so rectifying this on tue. Majority of the original line up are present, so no issues there. Would argue that this is the main reason for the validity of seeing a band who are reuniting.

Have always had a soft spot for 10cc, but cannot bring myself to go and see the version that is doing the rounds now.

is very important for me. I saw Pixies on their reunion a few years ago and, being a little young to have seen them in their pomp, it is a treasured memory. Smashing Pumpkins failed to have the same effect, partly because they're not as good, partly because it felt like a Billy Corgan ego-stroke.

Saw the Bunnymen last year - though only 50% remain, they were still the Bunnymen. But without McCulloch? Nah. And this from someone who BOUGHT the lip-less Bunnymen album!

It's like the scene from Control where the singer from Crispy Ambulance steps in to replace Curtis singing Isolation - doesn't really scan....

However, new bass player? No problem! New drummer? No problem! Unless they were inherently part of the band. The Who without Moon weren't The Who

reforming XTC without Colin Moulding? I wouldn't be very happy about it, and would have serious reservations about going, as Colin was very much part of XTC. Would probably cave in and go in the end though, with a slightly grumpy face

Four out of six original members and they now perform Korgis songs - 100% of their original members in Stakkers now!

Simple - that's all it is for me.

When James came back I was beyond excited because they've rarely been off the turntable. Oh, alright - hard drive. You know what I mean.

Cud, too, because it's impossible to get Purple love balloon out of your head.

Carter USM on the other hand, much as I liked them then, I can't see me rushing out for a ticket...

I tend to use the reverse rule - did I see them first time round and still precious memories I don't want to spoil?
So I went to see the Velvet Underground, Sex Pistols, New York Dolls and MC5, but I wouldn't go the Smiths if it ever happened, but I'd first in the queue for The Faces

It all seems a total waste of time to me. And the more media hype and acclaim the reunion gets, the more ridiculous thing the whole event seems to be.

I'm far more likely to go see a reunion gig if I never saw the band first time round.

Roxy Music were great. And I have a ticket for Ultravox (my favourite band when I was about 12 ... I'll be welling up).

Ones that are just in it for the money will be cheesy, distasteful affairs.

Bands with something genuine to offer will be a delight: I've seen Killing Joke & Buzzcocks in the last few months, and both were really feel-good evenings. The bands had a lot to give, and their audiences were willing to soak it up.

You can't buy that indefinitely, or download it: if Mr Coleman or Mr Shelley falls under the proverbial bus, that's that.

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I went to see DTK/MC3 at the Garage in Glasgow - the surviving original members of the MC5, with guests including the Soledad Brothers and the mighty Nicke Hellacopter. Nicke had obviously stepped through smoke uttering the words 'Tonight, Matthew, I am going to be Fred "Sonic" Smith' because he was absolutely perfect. The whole gig was a joyous celebration of some great music.

I also went to see the show they did in London with different guests, which wasn't as good, but did have Sun Ra's Arkestra as support. Although Ra has gone back to Saturn, that was still an incredible experience.

The re-formed New York Dolls were great at both their Glasgow gigs - uplifting, joyous rock & roll.

And I went to Hammersmith to see The Stooges play Fun House - a fabulous night of raw power.

I grew up loving these bands, but was too young to see them, and I'm delighted to have seen them live, to have shared the experience, and to have put a few quid their way by buying tickets and merch.

So - I'll go if I think it will be any good, or maybe out of curiosity, or else maybe to get the chance to pay respect to an influential group of people.

And as for doing it for the money - same as the rest of us going out to work, isn't it ?

I have an addition to my set of rules:
Rule 4: Never go to a reunion gig if it's by Spandau Ballet.