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The Who Postpone North American Tour Dates
The Who have confirmed that they are postponing all remaining dates on their “THE WHO HITS 50!” North American tour. The band had initially postponed four shows on doctors orders after Roger Daltrey contracted a mystery virus. Although it was initially hoped that the rest of the tour might proceed, Daltrey has since been diagnosed … Continue reading The Who Postpone North American Tour Dates
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See the Trailer for the Who’s New Concert Film
When the Who performed at London’s Hyde Park this past summer, it was an electrifying performance and a definitive moment in the band’s 50-year history. With a sell-out crowd of 65,000 fans, Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend delivered a set of all the greatest hits including “Who Are You,” “My Generation,” “I Can See For … Continue reading See the Trailer for the Who’s New Concert Film
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Rock Band 4 to Feature Aerosmith, Ozzy Osbourne, Foo Fighters and More
Harmonix Music Systems, the developer of the Rock Band video game, has confirmed 11 songs that will be featured on the game’s soundtrack. The tracks include: “Toys in the Attic” – Aerosmith “Friday I’m In Love” – The Cure “Metropolis – Part 1 The Miracle And The Sleeper” – Dream Theater “The Feast and the … Continue reading Rock Band 4 to Feature Aerosmith, Ozzy Osbourne, Foo Fighters and More
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Bruce Springsteen and Pete Townshend Perform ‘My Generation’
Bruce Springsteen helped honor Pete Townshend last week at the annual MusiCares MAP Fund benefit in New York, where Townshend received the Stevie Ray Vaughan Award for his dedication and support of the Fund and for his commitment to helping others recovering from addiction. Watch The Boss’ funny and moving tribute to Pete Townshend here. … Continue reading Bruce Springsteen and Pete Townshend Perform ‘My Generation’
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WATCH: Bruce Springsteen Honors Pete Townshend
Bruce Springsteen helped honor Pete Townshend Thursday night at the 11th annual MusiCares MAP Fund benefit in New York, where Townshend received the Stevie Ray Vaughan Award for his dedication and support of the Fund and for his commitment to helping others recovering from addiction. The Who’s longtime manager Bill Curbishley was also honored with … Continue reading WATCH: Bruce Springsteen Honors Pete Townshend
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Billy Idol, Joan Jett and Mick Jones Added to MusiCares MAP Fund Benefit
Billy Idol, Joan Jett and Foreigner’s Mick Jones will perform as part of the MusiCares MAP Fund benefit concert in New York on May 28th, it has been announced. The Who’s Pete Townshend will be honored at the event with the Stevie Ray Vaughan Award for his support of the MusiCares MAP Fund and recovery … Continue reading Billy Idol, Joan Jett and Mick Jones Added to MusiCares MAP Fund Benefit
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Lambert & Stamp (Official Trailer)
Lambert & Stamp is the story of two aspiring filmmakers who discovered and managed The Who. The documentary, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 2014 and is being distributed to Sony Pictures, hits theaters in New York and Los Angeles April 3rd. It will open at theaters in additional cities after that. The … Continue reading Lambert & Stamp (Official Trailer)
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MusiCares MAP Fund To Honor Pete Townshend
The Who’s Pete Townshend and longtime Who manager Bill Curbishley will both be honored at the annual MusiCares MAP Fund Benefit Concert this coming May. The MusiCares MAP Fund provides financial and supportive assistance for music people in need of addiction recovery services. Townshend will be honored with the Stevie Ray Vaughan Award for his … Continue reading MusiCares MAP Fund To Honor Pete Townshend
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The Who To Perform First Festival Appearance in U.S. in More Than 40 Years
The Who will perform their first U.S. festival appearance in more than 40 years at this year’s New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. The Who’s previous U.S. festival appearances took place in 1967 at the Monterey Pop Festival and at Woodstock in 1969. The 2015 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival takes place April … Continue reading The Who To Perform First Festival Appearance in U.S. in More Than 40 Years
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Behind-The-Scenes Look at The Who’s 50th Anniversary Tour
The Who have kicked off their 50th Anniversary tour to rave reviews in the U.K. and will tour stateside beginning in April 2015. Check out this video featuring a behind-the scenes look at The Who Hits 50! Tour: 2015 Tour Dates – Leg 1 4/15 – Tampa, FL – Amalie Arena 4/17 – Miami, FL … Continue reading Behind-The-Scenes Look at The Who’s 50th Anniversary Tour
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Rolling Stones Saxophonist Bobby Keys Dies at 70
Bobby Keys, saxophonist for The Rolling Stones for more than 40 years, passed away Tuesday. He was 70 years old. “The Rolling Stones are devastated by the loss of their very dear friend and legendary saxophone player, Bobby Keys,” reads a statement from the band. “Bobby made a unique musical contribution to the band since … Continue reading Rolling Stones Saxophonist Bobby Keys Dies at 70
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The Who Announce 2015 Anniversary Tour
The Who will celebrate their 50-year legacy when they bring their “THE WHO HITS 50!” tour to North America in 2015. “THE WHO HITS 50!” tour will kick off its spring run April 15 in Tampa, FL and include 20 stops throughout the east before wrapping May 30 in Forest Hills, NY. The fall leg … Continue reading The Who Announce 2015 Anniversary Tour