2. "RE: Feels pretty gimmicky to me." In response to In response to 0
Very melodramatic.
I don't really trust an artist who declares the reinvention before it actually happens.
Now, in the case of bands losing a member and/or changing their sound drastically, I think it's a good idea. I'm thinking mostly of Joy Division —> New Order and Slowdive — > Mojave 3.