Almost 50 years on from their formation, this week’s Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony is set to see a partial reunion from none other than Roxy Music.
Forming back in 1970, Roxy Music were an eclectic mix of musicians, led by the enigmatic Bryan Ferry. Releasing their debut album back in 1972, the group went on to become a highly-influential act, thanks in part to their combination of art, glam, and punk-rock sensibilities.
While Roxy Music’s last album was released back in 1982, the group broke up the following year, though they were again active as a touring entity between 2001 and 2011.
Although the group’s breakup wasn’t officially announced until 2014, guitarist Phil Manzanera revealed their split was likely permanent.
“I don’t think we’re going to do any more shows,” Manzanera explained at the time. “I think our job is done. When we stopped touring in 2011, Andy [Mackay] and I looked at each other and said, ‘Our job is done here.’”
Now, it seems we’re set to receive another reunion of sorts at this week’s Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony.
Taking place this Friday, the likes of Brian Eno, Bryan Ferry, John Gustafson, Eddie Jobson, Andy Mackay, Phil Manzanera, Graham Simpson, and Paul Thompson are set to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as members of Roxy Music.
In a ceremony that has seen numerous reunions in the past, some of the group’s original members are also set to perform at the event.
As Pitchfork notes, a press release from the group explains that frontman Bryan Ferry will be joined by saxophonist Andy Mackay and Phil Manzanera for the performance.
Unfortunately, synthesisist Brian Eno and drummer Paul Thompson will not be attending the ceremony “due to other commitments.”
At this stage, it isn’t clear what songs the partially-reformed Roxy Music will perform, though previous induction performances usually consist of some of the group’s best-known songs.
With all the action going down on Friday, we won’t have long to wait before we find out.
Check out Roxy Music’s ‘More Than This’:
