The New York Dolls, influenced by Morrissey’s 2004 reunion proposal, had their final performance on October 31, 2011, at the Clyde Auditorium in Glasgow. Initially sceptical, lead singer David Johansen found camaraderie with fellow members Sylvain Sylvain and Arthur “Killer” Kane, leading to a successful reunion and new music, despite the band’s original disbandment. After Kane’s passing, Johansen and Sylvain toured with new band members and released three albums, albeit not bestsellers, yet critically acclaimed. The band toured extensively until exhaustion led to a hiatus, marked by their last show without realising it would be their final performance.

The New York Dolls experienced a significant reunion in the 2000s, bringing joy to fans with their music despite various challenges and the loss of key members. Their final show in 2011 symbolised the end of an era, especially following the passing of Sylvain Sylvain and later, David Johansen. While the classic lineup has since disappeared, their legacy and influence on rock music remain.

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