The Spice Girls have announced the release of a compilation album titled The Singles Collection to celebrate the 30th anniversary of their iconic hit song "Wannabe." The album is set to drop on November 6, 2026, and includes all of the group’s singles, B-sides, and some previously unreleased material. While the announcement marks a significant milestone for the band, it has left many fans disappointed, as they had hoped for a full reunion of the group, which has not performed together since 2019. Some fans expressed their frustration on social media, with one writing, "Is that all? Seriously?" and another saying they would unsubscribe from the group’s account due to the lack of new music. The group shared a 30-second teaser video on September 9, 2026, at the St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel in London—the same location where the "Wannabe" music video was filmed in 1996. The video included a nod to a 1994 ad from The Stage magazine, which had originally sought members for the group. It also featured a date and a phone number, which some fans speculated might hint at the release of a new album. However, the Spice Girls clarified that the upcoming release would be a compilation rather than a new album or a full reunion of the members. Melanie C has previously stated that a reunion is unlikely, citing scheduling conflicts, while Emma Bunton expressed a desire to commemorate the anniversary in some way, though the exact form of the celebration remains unclear. Melanie C, however, remains hopeful, noting that the group keeps in regular contact and still hopes for a future reunion. The group’s original lineup—comprising Melanie C, Emma Bunton, Geri Halliwell, Victoria Beckham, and Melanie Brown—has not performed together since 2019, with Victoria Beckham having stepped away from the group over a decade ago. The Spice Girls’ debut album Spice, released on September 19, 1996, remains the best-selling album by a female group in history. Recorded at Trinity Studios in London with producers Richard Stannard and Matt Rowe, and later with Absolute, the album featured hits like "Say You’ll Be There," "2 Become 1," and "Mama." The group went on hiatus in 2000 but returned for a world tour in 2007 and a series of concerts in 2018-2019. Their last full performance together was at the 2012 London Olympics closing ceremony.