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Top 10 Who Songs

Michael Gallucci — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 18:40:36 +0000

Like many of their contemporaries, the Who adapted to the constantly evolving ’60s music scene by expanding their scope and sound. They just did it better than almost everyone else. They started off combining Pete Townshend‘s guitar-powered teen-angst anthems with covers of American soul songs, which they somehow managed to turn into guitar-powered teen-angst anthems. As Townshend, [...]

29 Years Ago: The Who Announce Breakup

Sterling Whitaker — Sun, 16 Dec 2012 15:34:57 +0000

The Who were undoubtedly one of the most innovative and important hard rock bands of all time. Ranging from psychedelic pop rock material like 'I Can See For Miles' and 'Pinball Wizard' all the way through epic arena rock classics like 'Won't Get Fooled Again' and 'Who Are You,' they virtually single-handedly perfected both the concept album and the rock opera. But the latter part of the decade was unkind to the group, who experienced a series of misfortunes leading into the early part of the '80s. On Dec. 16, 1983, guitarist Pete Townshend announced that he was leaving the Who, effectively ending the group.

The Who Tribute Album Announced

Dave Lifton — Fri, 14 Sep 2012 03:02:14 +0000

Cleopatra Records, who recently put out a collection of progressive rock stars performing Supertramp songs, will next set their sights on the the Who. On Oct. 2, the label will release 'Who Are You: An All-Star Tribute To The Who.'

The Who Will Honor Ticket Stubs to Canceled Show From 1979

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 19 Jul 2012 21:01:10 +0000

It’s not unusual for touring bands to honor tickets from canceled shows at subsequent re-scheduled dates - unless, of course, those re-scheduled shows take place more than three decades later. The Who announced yesterday that they will embark on a tour dubbed ‘Quadrophenia and More’ this fall, performing the landmark ‘Quadrophenia’ album in its entirety [...]

The Who to Help Finish Out 2012 London Olympic Closing Ceremonies

Chad Childers — Mon, 11 Jun 2012 21:59:45 +0000

The 2012 Summer Olympics is all about the sports, but the entertainment portion of the festivities isn’t exactly anything to sneeze at. The Who lead the latest batch of performers that will help celebrate this year’s event. The Mirror reports that the Rock and Roll Hall of Famers just signed on to play the Olympic [...]

Pete Townshend Records His Track for the New Bob Dylan Tribute Album [VIDEO]

Chris Cobb — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 19:11:15 +0000

Pete Townshend is one of the many artists who are contributing tracks to the upcoming tribute album, Chimes of Freedom: The Songs of Bob Dylan Honoring 50 Years of Amnesty International. Check out the video from RollingStone.com featuring the Pete working on the Dylan tune , "Corrina, Corrina," as well discussing the lasting impact of Bob Dylan's music.

Steven Tyler and Roger Daltrey Funding Development of Vocal Cord Repair Gel

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 13:40:44 +0000

Scientists working at Boston’s Massachusetts Institute of Technology, with the funding help of hometown hero and Aerosmith singer Steven Tyler, are working on a special, almost magical gel that replicates the activity of a human vocal cord. It will be able to help the damaged voices of singers and, more importantly, cancer patients! The Who vocalist Roger Daltrey is also partly funding the endeavor.

The Who's Pete Townshend Calls iTunes a 'Digital Vampire'

Billy Dukes — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 16:49:45 +0000

The Who guitarist Pete Townshend would like to see digital retailer iTunes do more to help artists, especially new artists. During the inaugural John Peel Lecture on Monday night Townshend, as promised, questioned if music could survive the cyber world.

Roger Daltrey Brings Tommy To The US

Jen Austin — Fri, 13 May 2011 11:45:13 +0000

Roger Daltrey performed the classic Tommy album in its entirety at a charity event in the UK in March, and it was such a success a UK tour was announced for the summer. Now, add the US! And you don’t have to drive far to see it. But we will have to wait awhile. If you’re [...]