In unexpected news, Sugar, the critically lauded band formed by Bob Mould in 1991, after Husker Du’s breakup, have reunited. They return with their new music and shows already announced in more than three decades. They will be appearing live, with dates in May 2026 in London and New York (tickets will be available as of Friday, October 24th). The trio, consisting of Mould alongside bassist David Barbe and drummer Malcolm Travis, have released a new track, “House of Dead Memories”, which is up now on YouTube (click link below).
In a press release/statement on Mr. Mould’s website, Mr. Barbe said, ““Since we last played in 1995, I have worked on hundreds of records and engaged with music people all over the world. When the subject of Sugar comes up, it is like a misty legend that they either remember from a long time ago or have only heard about. I am excited for fans to experience it in the real.”
Mr. Travis then shared, ““The return of Sugar is a moment that I’ve been dreaming about for a very long time. What we managed to accomplish in the short span of time we were in existence still boggles my mind. There was so much packed into that period….the travel, the shows, the recordings and getting to meet so many people who loved and supported us. To get back to working together again with Bob and David is such a gift and I’m looking forward to what the future has in store for us.”
Additionally, Sugar’s 1992 debut album, Copper Blue, will be commemorated with a 4LP box set dubbed Copper Blue – The Singles Collection – to be issued by BMG on Record Store Day (Black Friday (Nov. 28).
https://sugarcopperblue.com/