Mott The Hoople have confirmed that they are to reunite and play together for the first time in 35 years, to celebrate their 40th anniversary this year.

The group featuring all original members; Ian Hunter, Verden Allen, Dale Griffin, Overend Watts and Mick Ralphs will play two shows at London’s Hammersmith Apollo on October 2 and 3, 2009.

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Formed in 1969, Mott are famous for tracks like the David Bowie-penned “All The Young Dudes” as well as “Roll Away The Stone” and “Honaloochie Boogie”.

Tickets for the Mott The Hoople reunion shows will go onsale

later this month, on January 22.

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