The Maccabees reunion: did the rock group just tease a comeback?

London-formed rock group The Maccabees have sent fans into a spin, updating their social media channels for the first time in seven years.

The band, comprising Orlando Weeks, Felix White, Hugo White, Rupert Jarvis, Sam Doyle, Robert Dylan Thomas, Elliott Andrews and Will White, announced their split back in August 2016, after 12 years together.

Now, though, they've chucked a brand-new logo on their socials with very little context; and fans are speculating a reunion could be on the cards.

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The Maccabees announced their disbandment in 2016, telling fans in a statement:

"After 14 years as a band we have decided to call it a day. The decision has obviously been an incredibly difficult one, given that the Maccabees has been such a huge part of our lives until now. We are very proud to be able to go out on our own terms, at our creative peak and off the back of the best and biggest shows we have ever done. There have not been fallings out and we are grateful to say that we are not leaving the group behind as a divided force. It has been a rare and absolutely incredible time that we all feel very lucky to have shared.

"Love to anyone who has ever stood by our band, bought our records, come and seen us play, or cared and contributed in whatever capacity it may have been. We have always valued it immeasurably, tried to honour it as best we could and can only say thank you to you all very deeply and sincerely.

"Though there are no concrete plans at this stage, we are all planning to continue making music. We are excited about the future and intend to move on, with some sadness, but with appreciation, affection and huge pride at the music we have made and all that we have achieved together.

"There will be some farewell celebration shows announced in the near future.

"Once again, especially to fans of the Maccabees, thank you for the countless good times that we will never forget. Take care and we will be in touch soon."

That 'soon' just so happened to be eight years later, with the group now updating their social media channels in fans' anticipation of an announcement.

"…?!?!?!," one commented. "Omg I would cry," claimed another. Another fan chimed in: "Aw man if this is what I hope it is that's awesome news."

Are The Maccabees reuniting?

We've no official confirmation of The Maccabees reuniting just yet, but we'll be sure to keep you posted as soon as there is.

Will The Maccabees release new music?

Again, no confirmation as yet. Sorry!

Are The Maccabees going on a reunion tour?

Don't hate us, but TBC once again. As soon as we know, you'll know. Promise.

What's The Maccabees' UK chart history?

To date, The Maccabees boast four Official Top 40 albums, including one chart-topper: 2007's Colour It In (24), 2009 LP Wall Of Arms (13), 2012 release Given To The Wild (4) and 2015's Marks To Prove It (1).

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