With news of guitarist John Frusciante rejoining the Red Hot Chili Peppers, it’s safe to say that 2019 may have been the year of “reunions” in the rock world.

Here’s a brief look back at some of the rock reunions that made headlines this year.

• Red Hot Chili Peppers

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  After a ten-year absence from the band, John Frusciante has rejoined the Chili Peppers replacing his replacement Josh Klinghoffer.

• My Chemical Romance

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  Six years after the band announced their break-up, MCR announced their first reunion show.

• Rage Against the Machine

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  Seemingly out of nowhere, Rage Against the Machine announced they've reunited. Thanks to the pandemic, their tour will be split between 2022 and 2023.
• The Black Crowes

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  The Black Crowes, after much speculation and tour leaks, made it official with the announcement of their tour where reunited brothers Chris and Rich Robinson will perform their debut album, 'Shake Your Money Maker,' in its entirety.

• Motley Crue

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  After quite literally blowing up their "Cessation of Touring Agreement" from their 2014-15 "Final Tour," Motley Crue announced they reunited and confirmed a massive stadium tour with Def Leppard, Poison and Joan Jett and The Blackhearts.

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