10 Artists Who Left the Band, Flopped Solo, & Rejoined

VOICE OVER: Samantha Clinch WRITTEN BY: Arianna Wechter

Some artists shine brightest as part of a group, but when venturing out solo, things don't always click. We're diving into the stories of musicians who soared with their bands but struggled to replicate that magic alone—only to find their way back to where they truly belong. Iconic names like Marcus Mumford, Natalie Maines, Gavin Rossdale, and Gerard Way attempted solo careers that didn't quite meet expectations, leading them to reunite with their bands and revive their biggest successes. Whether it was critical praises with modest sales or complete commercial flops, these artists' solo journeys prove that sometimes the whole really is greater than the sum of its parts. read more...

10 Artists Who Left the Band, Flopped Solo, & Rejoined

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