The Stone Roses Reunite: Facts You Need To Know

October 18 2011 – The Stone Roses have confirmed that they will reunite for two special homecoming gigs in Manchester.

The band announced at a press conference in London this afternoon that all original members - Ian Brown, Mani, John Squire and Reni,  - will play two dates at Machester's Heaton Park, on June 29 and 30 2012.

15 years after The Stone Roses split fans will see the band perform such hits as I Wanna Be Adored', 'She Bangs the Drums', 'Waterfall' and 'Fools Gold'.

To celebrate The Stone Roses reunion Gigwise has put together a countdown of the 10 Facts You Need To now about the Manchester band.

From how the band formed, song inspiration, album success and eventual split. This is a must read for any Madchester fan.

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