Five Reunite for UK Arena Tour: A Look Back at Their Rise to Fame and Music Legacy

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The British boyband Five is reuniting for a massive UK arena tour, 25 years after their initial split. The group, consisting of Abz Love, J Brown, Ritchie Neville, Scott Robinson, and Sean Conlon, will perform 12 dates across the UK, starting in Brighton on October 31, 2025. Fans can expect to hear some of their biggest hits, including If Ya Gettin' Down, Everybody Get Up, and international success When The Lights Go Out. The tour announcement comes 25 years after the band won their first BRIT Award for best British pop act in 2000.

Formed in 1997, Five was one of the most successful boybands of the late 1990s and early 2000s, selling over 20 million records worldwide. Their career was marked by a string of hit singles, including Keep On Movin', We Will Rock You, and Let's Dance. The group's music style, which blended elements of pop, rock, and hip-hop, helped to set them apart from other boybands of the time. Despite their success, the group's time together was cut short due to burnout, mental breakdown, and backstage fights, leading to their initial split in 2001.

Over the years, there have been several attempts at a reunion, with varying degrees of success. In 2006, the group reformed without Sean, but plans to record a new album were shelved after they failed to secure a record deal. A second reunion occurred in 2012, this time without J Brown, who declined to take part for "privacy reasons." However, with all five original members now on board, fans are eagerly anticipating the upcoming tour. The group has announced that Naughty Boy will join them on tour, playing a DJ set at each of the 12 dates.

The tour schedule is as follows:

• October 31, 2025: Brighton
• November 1, 2025: Bournemouth
• November 3, 2025: Cardiff
• November 5, 2025: Nottingham
• November 7, 2025: Liverpool
• November 8, 2025: Manchester
• November 10, 2025: Leeds
• November 12, 2025: Birmingham
• November 14, 2025: Newcastle
• November 16, 2025: Aberdeen
• November 18, 2025: Glasgow
• November 20, 2025: London (The O2)

Tickets for the tour go on general sale on March 7, with a pre-sale available from March 5. Fans can sign up for the pre-sale via the band's official website. With ticket prices starting at £50.78, fans are advised to act quickly to secure their spot at one of the most highly anticipated reunions of the year.

The reunion of Five is a significant event in the entertainment industry, marking a new chapter in the group's history. As they prepare to take the stage once again, fans are eagerly anticipating the opportunity to see them perform live. With their unique sound and energetic live performances, Five is sure to delight audiences across the UK. The group's legacy continues to inspire new generations of music fans, and their reunion is a testament to the enduring power of their music.

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