UK garage icons Mis-Teeq are reuniting for a one-off performance at Wembley Arena, marking 25 years since their debut album Lickin’ on Both Sides. The group, consisting of Sabrina Washington, Su-Elise Nash, and Alesha Dixon, will perform under the banner 'One Night Stand' on a date yet to be announced.
Mis-Teeq rose to fame in the early 2000s with hits such as 'All I Want', 'Why?', and 'Scandalous', becoming some of the most visible ambassadors of UK garage. Their career was cut short when their label Telstar collapsed in 2004, leading to the band's breakup the following year. Despite two major revivals of the genre, the trio had not performed together since.
Fans spotted a new Mis-Teeq Instagram account last month, featuring nostalgic footage and quickly gaining thousands of followers. The reunion was confirmed last week, sparking excitement among ageing millennials and a new generation discovering the sound. While some critics view the move as nostalgic capitalism, others celebrate the opportunity for the women to finally profit from their cultural impact.
UK garage has historically underpaid female vocalists, who often receive less credit and royalties than songwriters and producers. Mis-Teeq members had some writing credits, but Washington reportedly sued Dixon and Universal over royalty disparities, though the reunion suggests a resolution. The event highlights ongoing issues of fair compensation in dance music, where women's voices have been pivotal yet undervalued.
