A new survey of 2000 British music lovers has ranked the Top 30 fantasy musical comebacks, which UK fans would most like to see live.
According to the latest data, 70% of Brits admitted they are loving that Oasis have reunited, with half confessing they would do whatever they could to see their favourite bands live if they reunited.
Talking of Noel and Liam, the 90s (45%) were voted the best decade for music, followed by the 80s (40%), 2000s (30%) and 70s (%), according to the poll by Marella Cruises, TUI’s UK ocean cruise line.
As for the results of the main ranking, Queen (with Freddie Mercury and John Deacon joining the still active Brian May and Roger Taylor) came out on top with 29% of the vote, as the band we’d most like to see live.
The Beatles were just behind at 28%, followed by Elvis Presley at 23%. Check out the full list below.
TOP FANTASY MUSICAL “COMEBACKS”, BRITS WOULD MOST LOVE TO SEE LIVE…
1. Queen – 29%
2. The Beatles – 28%
3. Elvis – 23%
4. Whitney Houston – 20%
5. Fleetwood Mac – 19%
6. David Bowie – 19%
7. Bob Marley – 19%
8. Eagles – 16%
9. Westlife – 16%
10. Tina Turner – 16%
11. The Beach Boys – 16%
12. Nirvana – 16%
13. Led Zeppelin – 14%
14. Jimi Hendrix – 14%
15. Pink Floyd – 14%
16. Marvin Gaye – 14%
17. Spice Girls – 13%
18. Prince – 13%
19. R.E.M – 13%
20. The Police – 13%
21. Kate Bush – 12%
22. Destiny’s Child – 12%
23. Black Sabbath – 12%
24. The Doors – 11%
25. Frank Sinatra – 10%
26. Girls Aloud – 10%
27. The Clash – 9%
28. James Brown – 9%
29. Aretha Franklin – 9%
30. Sinead O’Connor – 9%
The announcement added: “To help the nation get their 90s music fix and live their fantasy gig, Marella Cruises has launched its ‘Electric Sunsets 90s vs 00s’ themed cruise – a three-day adult-only themed cruise, which is bringing back the 90s and 00s with headlining acts such as Kimberly Wyatt from the Pussycat Dolls and B*Witched.
Chris Hackney, Managing Director at Marella Cruises, commented: “The latest research highlights a growing trend among Brits embracing musical comebacks—especially from the 90s, which remains the nation’s most beloved music decade. That’s why we’re thrilled to be bringing back our Electric Sunsets themed cruise for its fifth year. The themed cruise offers a unique way to sail the Mediterranean whilst combining unforgettable entertainment with a nostalgic twist including acts such as Kimberly Wyatt from the Pussycat Dolls, B*Witched, and Booty Luv. Passengers, whether new to cruising or seasoned cruisers, can relive iconic hits while enjoying a one-of-a-kind cruise holiday experience.”