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The Who Announce 50th Anniversary Tour
The Who will play a short UK tour later this year in honor of the band’s 50th anniversary. Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend have announced nine arena shows for The Who Hits 50 tour this November and December. Tour stops include London, Glasgow, Birmingham, Machester, and more. The set list will feature “hits, picks and … Continue reading The Who Announce 50th Anniversary Tour
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Roger Daltrey Confused by Pete Townshend’s Ideas
In a recent interview with Q The Music, The Who’s Roger Daltrey admits he was initially confused by Pete Townshend’s concept album ideas, including Tommy and Quadrophenia. “Did I have to ask him what the hell he was on about? All the time [laughs],” Daltrey said. “But equally, there’s always one sentence that comes out … Continue reading Roger Daltrey Confused by Pete Townshend’s Ideas
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Roger Daltrey Wants The Rolling Stones and Led Zeppelin
The Who’s Roger Daltrey wants the Rolling Stones and Led Zeppelin to play his Teenage Cancer Trust shows, Sky News reports. Daltrey hosts the charity event each year at Royal Albert Hall in London and says the two bands always top his wish list. “I’ve tried to get the Stones for years,” Daltrey says. “They’ve … Continue reading Roger Daltrey Wants The Rolling Stones and Led Zeppelin
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Roger Daltry Working on Keith Moon Film
The Who’s Roger Daltrey is collaborating on a biopic of the band’s late drummer, Keith Moon. “The Keith Moon project is one close to my heart, so I am excited to reinvigorate it and grateful to Wendy [Rutland], Toby [Moores] and Da Vinci for their enthusiastic support,” said Daltrey of the production and distribution team … Continue reading Roger Daltry Working on Keith Moon Film
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The Who To Release Tommy Super Deluxe Boxset and Deluxe Edition
Tommy, The Who’s defining, breakthrough concept album that launched the band to international superstardom is to be released in Deluxe and Super Deluxe editions this Fall. Originally released in May of 1969, Tommy has now sold over 20 million copies and regularly turns up in lists of the most influential albums of all time. The … Continue reading The Who To Release Tommy Super Deluxe Boxset and Deluxe Edition
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The Who Announce Final US Show: Who Cares Benefit
THE WHO ANNOUNCE FINAL U.S. SHOW: WHO CARES BENEFIT FOR TEEN CANCER AMERICA MEMORIAL SLOAN-KETTERING CANCER CENTER LEGENDARY BAND TO BE JOINED BY ACCLAIMED SINGER/SONGWRITER ELVIS COSTELLO & THE IMPOSTERS FOR FEBRUARY 28 CONCERT AT THE THEATER AT MADISON SQUARE GARDEN Legendary rockers THE WHO and Elvis Costello & The Imposters will perform an … Continue reading The Who Announce Final US Show: Who Cares Benefit
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Rolling Stones Join 12-12-12 Line-up
The Rolling Stones have announced that they will add another New York show to their schedule this week by joining the all-star packed line-up for 12-12-12 – the benefit concert to aide those affected by Hurricane Sandy. Taking place on Wednesday night at Madison Square Garden 12-12-12 already features an impressive list of performers including: … Continue reading Rolling Stones Join 12-12-12 Line-up
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Eric Clapton Added to Sandy Benefit Concert Lineup
Eric Clapton and Coldplay frontman Chris Martin have been added to the lineup for the Sandy Benefit Concert at Madison Square Garden on December 12th. They join the likes of Bon Jovi, Dave Grohl, Billy Joel, Alicia Keys, Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band, Eddie Vedder, Roger Waters, Kanye West, The Who and Paul … Continue reading Eric Clapton Added to Sandy Benefit Concert Lineup
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The Who Added To Grammy Nominations Concert Live Lineup
The Who has been confirmed to perform at The Grammy Nominations Concert Live event, which airs December 5th on CBS. The lineup also includes Maroon 5, fun., Ne-Yo and Luke Bryan. Along with the performances, nominees in several categories for the Grammy Awards will be announced. The 55th Annual GRAMMY Awards air February 10, 2013. … Continue reading The Who Added To Grammy Nominations Concert Live Lineup
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Bon Jovi, Dave Grohl and Eddie Vedder Added to Sandy Benefit Concert Lineup
Bon Jovi, Dave Grohl and Eddie Vedder have been announced as performers for the upcoming Hurricane Sandy benefit concert, joining the likes of of Paul McCartney, Bruce Springsteen, The Who, Roger Waters, Billy Joel, Kanye West, and Alicia Keys. The concert is set for December 12th at Madison Square Garden and tickets go on sale … Continue reading Bon Jovi, Dave Grohl and Eddie Vedder Added to Sandy Benefit Concert Lineup
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Macca, The Boss And More Set To Headline Hurricane Sandy Benefit Concert
An all-star line-up has been announced for the 12.12.12. Hurricane Sandy benefit concert scheduled for December 12 at New York’s Madison Square Garden. Paul McCartney, Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band, The Who, Roger Waters, Jon Bon Jovi, Billy Joel, Alicia Keys and Kanye West are already on board to perform and according to … Continue reading Macca, The Boss And More Set To Headline Hurricane Sandy Benefit Concert
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Pete Townshend Walks Off Stage Because Music Is Too Loud
In 1976 The Who lay claim to the title of the Loudest Band In The World after being measured at an earth-shattering 126dB* but these days guitarist Pete Townshend prefers a more reasonable volume. According to a report by Classic Rock Magazine, Townshend actually walked off the stage near the end of a show in … Continue reading Pete Townshend Walks Off Stage Because Music Is Too Loud