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Black Grape to Re-Form for First Gig in 12 Years

Black Grape are to re-form for a one-off gig at London's Coronet Theatre on Apr.1, frontman Shaun Ryder has announced.

The band -- including original members Danny Saber and Kermit -- have agreed to get back together for the Get Loaded in the Dark Easter special at the South London venue.

Ryder says on the event's Web site, "It's great, it's interesting, it's part two. I've had a break and now I'm back to do it. Danny Saber and I have a great working relationship and the time is right."

The band, who released only two studio albums, were feted for their 1995 debut 'It's Great When You're Straight Yeah!' which was a UK number one.

Ryder previously reformed his old band the Happy Mondays for the Get Loaded in the Park festival in Clapham in 2004. Danny Newman -- the event promoter -- commented, "Shaun promised me many years ago after we successfully reunited the Happy Mondays that if Black Grape ever reformed it would be with Get Loaded. We're delighted that he has kept his word."

The world exclusive show will coincide with the planned release of a Black Grape greatest hits compilation.

Watch Black Grape perform 'England's Irie'

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mike tyson

Just to say ? When will you be in sacramento california?
later

February 06 2010 at 5:01 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Mike

Is two albums enough material for a greatest hits compilation? Black Grape?? Who are these guys again and why is this news? Are they playing a club or a pub?

February 04 2010 at 4:49 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Tony R.

Pretty funky. They really need someone who can sing. The "vocals" are awful. Especially the guy that sounds like The Chipmunks.

February 04 2010 at 3:04 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
plakbill

OMG! This is the best news I've heard all year! Do you realize this band hasn't played in 12 years?! These might have been the twelve longest years of my life, just waiting for them to play again! Thank the blessed blood of all the Christian martyrs that they've decided to play! Now my life makes sense again! And by the way, thanks and praise to Spinner for breaking this heart-warming news, and for being one of the world's most relevant music sites, you make my life complete!

February 04 2010 at 12:04 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
jbjg24m

bet that their music is as sour as their stupid name ! idiots!

February 03 2010 at 7:45 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
CK

Who the hell is Black Grape and why should I give a chit !

February 03 2010 at 6:17 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply