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John Squire attempts to quash Roses reunion rumours once and for all
By CMU Editorial | Published on Friday 20 March 2009
Following those tabloid reports that The Stone Roses are planning a reunion, which have, of course, been denied by both Ian Brown and John Squire, the latter of the band’s former members has clarified his feelings on the issue by creating a piece of artwork.
The piece, named ‘Statement’ has the following words inscribed on it: “I have no desire whatsoever to desecrate the grave of seminal Manchester pop group The Stone Roses, 12.3.09”.
The musician, who is currently concentrating on his art career, also appeared on Newsnight last night to talk about just how much the band will never, ever reunite. Asked by the show’s host Gavin Esler if there was any chance that the group would get back together, he replied “None whatsoever”, and went on: “Yeah. I’d rather live my life than attempt to rehash it. It would be pointless. I find art far more challenging and rewarding”.
Asked one more time if a reunion was absolutely out of the question, Squire paused briefly then said “Yeah. That’s the whole point of the visit to your studio – I’m trying to stop the phones ringing”.
