The idea of a Queensrÿche reunion featuring its classic lineup has long been a topic of discussion among fans. In a recent interview with RockDrop, hosted by former Headbangers Ball presenter Vanessa Warwick, ex-Queensrÿche vocalist Geoff Tate addressed the possibility. While he didn’t completely rule it out, he made it clear that it remains highly unlikely.
“Well, I would say never say never. I don’t think it’s likely. I believe Chris is taking on a whole different lifestyle, a whole different way of life these days. I’m very busy and very happy doing what I’m doing. And Michael and Eddie are still touring.”
Tate even had the chance to see them perform recently. “I went and saw them the other night, actually, somewhere in Sweden; I can’t remember exactly where it was,” he said, referring to early February 2025, when both Queensrÿche and Tate had separate shows in Gothenburg, Sweden. “But they seem very happy doing what they’re doing. And so, peace.”
Tate has addressed the reunion question before. Back in November, he told This Day In Metal’s Metalhead Marv: “I don’t think it’s likely, really, at this point. I mean, there’s been several offers on the table, getting the band back together. And nothing has inspired anybody to get in the same room or even pick up the phone and talk. So, I think it’s pretty unlikely.”
He continued, “In fact, there’s not really a band anymore. With Scott Rockenfield gone, it’s just Eddie and Michael playing, using the name Queensrÿche, of course, which is very valuable. And it’s not really a ‘band band’ as we know it. So, yeah, I don’t really think it’s likely.”
When pressed about whether he’d consider reuniting if the opportunity arose, Tate was open but pragmatic. “Well, I would say that I’m very willing to talk about it. That’s the first step. You’ve gotta actually pick up the phone, and answer the phone call.”
The last time Tate and the band’s current singer, Todd La Torre, shared a festival lineup was in June 2017 at Rock Fest in Barcelona, where Tate performed as a guest with Avantasia. He later mentioned watching Queensrÿche from the side of the stage and having a brief exchange with Wilton and Jackson.
For now, it seems like any reunion is purely hypothetical. While Tate isn’t completely against the idea, no meaningful steps have been taken to bring the classic lineup back together. Those hoping for a revival of the band’s golden era may have to be content with memories — or the separate paths the musicians have chosen.
