70s rock legends The Faces could reform next year, according to original singer Rod Stewart.
The Faces are one of Britain’s best loved groups. While they might not have enjoyed the enormous global sales of peers such as The Rolling Stones and Led Zeppelin, the band’s live show turned them into heroes.
Formed from the ashes of Mod icons Small Faces, the group drew on a repertoire of R&B and gritty soul. However with singer Rod Stewart and songwriter Ronnie Lane both having a taste for acoustic guitars, The Faces would later adopt traces of folk music.
Splitting in 1975, the group’s spectre hangs over modern rock music. Acts such as The Black Crowes have made a decent living out of crafting an impersonation of the band, while Oasis were huge fans.
Reformation rumours have dogged The Faces throughout the year. Guitarist Ronnie Wood claimed it would happen, telling reporters that he and Rod Stewart had even crafted an album’s worth of material.
However little has come of the rumours. A recent show in London found the original members performing without Rod Stewart at a charity concert – their first time onstage together in almost 20 years.
The Faces played the Royal Albert Hall, replacing Rod Stewart with former Bad Company vocalist Paul Rodgers. Rodgers has an extensive CV, having replaced Queen singer Freddie Mercury.
Speaking to CNN, Rod Stewart claimed that a reunion could be on the cards. “(They had) a reunion a without me because I’m promoting this album (‘Soulbook’)”.
“Hopefully, I’ll get me old job back. It’s on the cards. I’ll do it eventually.”
Ronnie Wood is currently working with The Rolling Stones. The Faces have not confirmed any re-union dates.