After the demise of The Darkness, Dan Hawkins, Ed Graham and Richie Edwards went on to form Stone Gods, with Toby MacFarlaine completing the line-up as bassist (Richie switched to guitar and lead vocals). To date, there’s only been one album, 2009’s Silver Spoons & Broken Bones. It was well-received, and the band have garnered a great reputation for their heavy rock style. They couldn’t be further from The Darkness.

Meanwhile, Justin Hawkins formed his own group Hot Leg, which somehow amplified his flamboyant personality. Branding themselves as Man Rock, Hawkins’ vocals were even more prominent, although his knack for a great 80s-style rocker is still admirable. Their album Red Light Fever was critically well-received, but failed to send Justin back into the public eye (for the right reasons).

Both of these bands have recently announced hiatuses amid rumours of a reunion for The Darkness. Justin and Dan are apparently friends again, and the rumours are that it would be with the original line-up. Whilst this is maybe a bit exciting, it’s disappointing for Stone Gods fans, who are still waiting for the follow-up to their debut. It’s been recorded, but almost forgotten.

Should The Darkness reunite? Will it be a success, or a complete failure? Let us know what you think.

Female First - Alistair McGeorge

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