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The Stone Roses' sales boost 1,000% after reunion
Published Wednesday, Oct 19 2011, 16:50 BST | By Lewis Corner | Add comment
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The band - consisting of Ian Brown, John Squire, Gary 'Mani' Mounfield and Alan 'Reni' Wren - announced plans to play two UK shows next June along with the promise of new material at a press conference in London yesterday.
Since the announcement, sales of The Stone Roses' back catalogue have increased by 1,000% overnight, reports NME.
Hits collection The Very Best of The Stone Roses has experienced a 1,074% boost, while sales of the band's second set Second Coming are up by 1,001%.
A special edition of their self-titled debut has seen a sales spike of 878% and their alternative compilation set The Complete Stone Roses is up 477%.
Reports have suggested that the reformed band will play headline slots at next year's V and Phoenix festivals in the UK.
> The Stone Roses reunion: In their own words
> The Stone Roses reunion: 'It's not about the money'
Watch the music video for The Stone Roses' 'Fools Gold' below:
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