Lets not forget either that the fucker just stood there like a rock. I always admired that vibe he brought to the band; the cool aloof one. Very fluid player and the most thunderous bass player I've ever heard live. Hated to see him go.
I was at this gig. It was the first time I saw them but I knew it was a special one. I saw them again in Feb 2002 at Watford Colosseum not long before John died. That was the most deafening gig I’ve ever seen. It was SUCH a good decision they made to put that camera on Johns bass during 5:15. Then we could really see how it went down with him.
Nick The Bastard I would bet that they're one of the few that consistently perform at a great level, but I wouldn't doubt that the Stones could pull off a hell of a show in 2012, just might be more of a toss up
The Stones have always been looking up at The Who. I've seen over 300 shows and have seen most everyone i've wanted to. Their Endless wire show, the 2012ish Quad, and then this last tour - 2016 - were as good as any shows I've ever seen. They were tight, spot on, and brought energy that those half their age can't muster. I'm looking forward to yet one more tour. After all. I did see them on their Farewell Tour - in 1982!!!
A lot of them should, I can't stand how most focus on guitarists, like sure, film them a bit, but when a bassist plays great stuff, that's where my attention is
Agreed, David! “Quad” is IT!!! (with all due respect to Tommy) And I believe this is the best “Real Me” I’ve ever heard! 😎 The Who were absolutely on-fire, topped-off with Entwistle completely leaving the galaxy at warp-speed! This was insane, even for him! 😁😎❤️
Quadrophenia is a more consistently brilliant album, but Tommy's high points are much higher than Quadrophenia's. The Amazing Journey/Sparks and Pinball Wizard are better than anything on Q, but Tommy also has filler tracks like Tommy's Holiday Camp and There's A Doctor.
@@jamesdaniels487 Gee it’s hard to go past The Real Me, 5:15, Love Reign O’er Me, The Punk and the Godfather when it comes to high points. I like both albums. But Quad will always be the standout. For me anyway.
"Quadrophenia" got me through my youth. Thankfully, I had the opportunity to tell Mr. Townshend long ago and far away. He was kind to a gawky teenage girl. I think it should be required listening in high schools across the globe.
The reason Sir "Ox" Entwistle dosen't Beyonce it up, is due to a phenomenon called "SBGF" or Spontaneous Bass Guitar Fire. Sir Entwistle fingers were so quick and talented his bass guitar could and often did spontaneously combust. Hence during prolonged concert performances he had to wear a fire retardant suit under his concert clothes.
Months ago, both my kids came up to me with their Spotify playlist on their mobiles and asked, if I knew this awesome band with the crazy drummer. The boring old fart I am I had never mentioned The Who to them before. Nevertheless, all by themselves they came across the greatest band on this planet and were instantly won over.
Rabbit was a great fit for the band, ever since he stopped performing with The Who they have not sounded nearly as good, on the keyboard end of things at least. Unfortunately I've heard there's issues between Roger and Rabbit.
Love Daltrey's high-raspy screaming-rock notes... ♫ Can you see the real me, doctor? DOCTOOORRRR!!!! Can you see the real me, mother? MOTHEEEERRRRR!!! Can you see the real me, preacher? PREACHEEEERRRR!!!...♫♫♫
It takes many, many repetitions of this video/audio to begin to grasp the complexity and magnitude of John Entwistle's playing on this piece. He carries the rhythm, the bass, the fills, and the lead. Pete's addition of some nice treble at the end is nice too.
John Entwistle and Geezer Butler added so much to the dynamic and dimension to these 4 piece bands. The live performance by the Who is what separated the boys from the men.
Just played this, after listening to the Pearl Jam version. And althought that's pretty good, this is so much better. The Who always seem to be pissed off about something, and manage to put that anger and energy in their songs..
Definitely. What about the W.A.S.P. version? I spent years not hearing the original Who one, thought it was a WASP song. Usually hate covers, but this is the exception to the rule. You cannot beat The Who doing this, but the WASP version also has a fantastic energy about it, as well as Blackie Lawless's unique singing voice.
The Ox. He stands there like a rock. With all that mayhem and craziness going on around him. And he belts out the bassline of a God. Unfuckingbeleivably awesome.
The late great John Entwistle possible the greatest bass player ever he was a superb musician and so sadly missed by all true WHO fans likewise the unique Keith Moon how we miss them both I hope they are jamming up there with all the greats and THANKS JOHN @ KEITH WE WILL ALWAYS MISS YOU BOTH TAKE CARE MY FRIENDS.
I listen to this song over and over trying to pick everything in it. So complicated is the bass. I think it's a moment when Pete acknowledges the superiority of John's musicianship.
In my humble opinion this is the finest bass players song in all of rock, played by the best player ever John Entwistle. I have been playing this song for 30 years and have seen them play it live 5x and it never gets old.
This song is together with the live performance of 'Who Are You' at the Concert for New York and 'Young Man Blues' from Live at Leeds the best live performance of The Who... a truely incredible band, will never be equalled.
This is a quote by Daltrey from an online guitar mag site, and it says it all: "Zak is Keith Moon-trained; Keith bought Zak his first drum kit and Zak was taught by Keith. So, you know, it's totally organic, so it's almost like Keith is still there. Some nights it's eerie. Zak's now been in the band long enough, we can now throw things at him like we used to with Keith and he comes back with something like Keith would have come back with. Which is kinda even getting more scary."
Daltry is high on drugs. Zak doesn't play anything like Moon. Remember Daltry is the one who didn't like Simon Phillips. And Simon Phillips is a much better drummer than Zak.
They have always been my favorite band, Pete is the reason I started playing the guitar in 1976 and I still play, not like Pete but his spirit is in me and I will always love The Who!
When I die, I don't wanna go to heaven...I wanna go to bass heaven where John is...where he reigns forever....If your thinking of learning bass, watch this and you'll know what you should aspire to....You'll never match him, but he will forever be your idol.
Daltry took care of his voice. To have the range he does at his age is quite remarkable. Pete is his wonderful self. The other guys did a good job. Absolutely f'n fantastic.
Like his father, Zack's drumming blends seamlessly into the piece. I have listen to this a thousand times and every time I hear another layer. Will be analyzed for many years to come.
The Who was the first Super Group - all 4 were best at what they did. I had the great fortune to see John Entwistle in concert one time. I was not disappointed. This is my favourite Who song of all time. VOL MAX every time it comes on Sat radio - sadly not often enough. Thanks for publishing this version RemoDrumfreek102. Much appreciated. :-)
John's hands were like a spider building a web.. absolutely amazing..He alone is why I love The Who so much..I lost some of my hearing from Quadrophenia.. and I would do it again
Incredible version - they are on fire, Entwhistle unbelievable and Zak doing a great job. Love the tone Pete is squeezing out of that strat! Roger is great voice too…..
One of the best live performances of this out there. Whole band on fire. Zak doing a pretty damn good "Keith Moon" here on the drums. Even looks a little like young Keith from a distance. Entwistle obviously on fire...but Daltrey and Towsend are right there in brilliance with him. Nobody attacks a rock guitar better than Pete.
Oh, my! Hadn't seen this version before now. Audio quality isn't the best, but know what? IT DOESN'T EVEN MATTER when the Who are on top of their game. The best there ever was, or ever will be. Just awesome.
After 40 years of hearing/seeing Entwistle you'd think I wouldn't marvel at his talent every time I find new film of his work - but I do. Every single time.
An incredible high point of their timeless gift to music. Tragedy this most of this generation will not get to witness such raw power on display, though not sure they could handle it. Moonie missed for sure, but Zach can pound it out like no other.
Arguably the best bass ever played in a rock song. Entwistle made the bass a lead instrument. The Ox was amazing.
Thunderfingers, the greatest Bass player who ever lived, may he rest in peace
Agee also
Yeah - thats rite - RIP John!!! - NO ONE can play the Bass like JOHN ENTWISTLE!!!
lucas sadler John Entwistle is the best bass player ever, Chris Squire (Yes) the second best
lead bass
Not only that, he legitimately pushed Pete well past his comfort zone!
To hear this song and not recognize that John's driving the bus, and only show him at his most passive moments, if at all, is almost criminal.
John Entwhistle...the best basist ever!!!
Legend
Amen!!
John once said that this song was basically an extended bass solo. HELL YES!! Long live the Ox!
I have heard that he played it as a joke in the studio, but they loved it so so much they recorded it and used it.
I remember it being called "a bass solo with words".
if that isn't the most unfuckinbelievable bass playin.....what is?....we've died and went to bass heaven!
Lets not forget either that the fucker just stood there like a rock. I always admired that vibe he brought to the band; the cool aloof one. Very fluid player and the most thunderous bass player I've ever heard live. Hated to see him go.
@@lucifer73 like a rock. Every time he performed
The job of Entwistle is simply marvelous...tons of perfect notes!
The Who found their second wind from 1999 until Entwistle's death in 2002. Some great performances during that time.
I was at this gig. It was the first time I saw them but I knew it was a special one. I saw them again in Feb 2002 at Watford Colosseum not long before John died. That was the most deafening gig I’ve ever seen. It was SUCH a good decision they made to put that camera on Johns bass during 5:15. Then we could really see how it went down with him.
Unfortunately for me I saw them in 2002 just after John’s death… would have loved to see him play
John Entwistle takes that song to the stratosphere. Incredible bass playing. I miss him a lot.
2:44 John's bass playing gets plain scary amazing.
Townshend has to rip a solo just to try and take the attention off of Entwistle for a second hahah
Entwistle by far was the star of that song. The guy was a beast of a bass player.
Maybe my favorite Who song of all. Just f'ing all-out. Entwistle's bass is like a force of nature, a crusher!
There is no bassist in rock who comes close to John. Just astonishing in every level.
Incredible live version. The Who must be the only "veteran" band that could pull off performances this good late in their career.R.I.P. John.
Nick The Bastard I would bet that they're one of the few that consistently perform at a great level, but I wouldn't doubt that the Stones could pull off a hell of a show in 2012, just might be more of a toss up
Fuck off! I saw the Stones in 2012 and they were a bunch of wankers. No one could ever match the Who for a live energy show . . . at ANY age!
The Stones have always been looking up at The Who. I've seen over 300 shows and have seen most everyone i've wanted to. Their Endless wire show, the 2012ish Quad, and then this last tour - 2016 - were as good as any shows I've ever seen. They were tight, spot on, and brought energy that those half their age can't muster. I'm looking forward to yet one more tour. After all. I did see them on their Farewell Tour - in 1982!!!
Dont forget about Aerosmith and Steven Tyler. But I agree that The Who are a great live band! Cheers!
The epic material certainly helps too.
Dude...the video should be of John the ENTIRE time. This song is bass porn!!
This is possibly the greatest UA-cam comment ever
A lot of them should, I can't stand how most focus on guitarists, like sure, film them a bit, but when a bassist plays great stuff, that's where my attention is
Damn right! They waited until the middle of the song to show any close ups of his playing.
And Guitar porn and singing porn and drumming porn
Considering this song is built for the Bass to be Lead.....yep.
How anyone can say Tommy is the better of the two Who rock operas is beyond me. Quadrophonia from beginning to end is simply unbelievable.
Agreed, David! “Quad” is IT!!! (with all due respect to Tommy) And I believe this is the best “Real Me” I’ve ever heard! 😎 The Who were absolutely on-fire, topped-off with Entwistle completely leaving the galaxy at warp-speed! This was insane, even for him! 😁😎❤️
@@sdingeswho very nicely put!
Quadrophenia is a more consistently brilliant album, but Tommy's high points are much higher than Quadrophenia's. The Amazing Journey/Sparks and Pinball Wizard are better than anything on Q, but Tommy also has filler tracks like Tommy's Holiday Camp and There's A Doctor.
@@jamesdaniels487 Gee it’s hard to go past The Real Me, 5:15, Love Reign O’er Me, The Punk and the Godfather when it comes to high points. I like both albums. But Quad will always be the standout. For me anyway.
"Quadrophenia" got me through my youth. Thankfully, I had the opportunity to tell Mr. Townshend long ago and far away. He was kind to a gawky teenage girl. I think it should be required listening in high schools across the globe.
John just completely owns the bass on this song
The reason Sir "Ox" Entwistle dosen't Beyonce it up, is due to a phenomenon called "SBGF" or Spontaneous Bass Guitar Fire. Sir Entwistle fingers were so quick and talented his bass guitar could and often did spontaneously combust. Hence during prolonged concert performances he had to wear a fire retardant suit under his concert clothes.
::10 years from now::
"daddy, what's rock and roll?"
::plays this video::
"i like rock and roll."
"i love you, son."
Months ago, both my kids came up to me with their Spotify playlist on their mobiles and asked, if I knew this awesome band with the crazy drummer. The boring old fart I am I had never mentioned The Who to them before. Nevertheless, all by themselves they came across the greatest band on this planet and were instantly won over.
HOLY FUCK.
That was the best live performance I`ve ever seen.
It just can`t get any better.
entwistle is fucking AMAZING!
Very
One of the top 3 rock vocalists EVER!!
All bass players watchin this....you wish in your entire lifetime that you can play like him....just sick....everytime i watch this im floored!
I could live 100 lifetimes and not get close to JE's ability. JE is superhuman in his talent and ability. RIP John
This is the best version of this song by The Who. The heavy piano influence really does it for me !!!!
@@mescalormavideos7767 Roger doesn't get nearly enough love for this performance. He's amazing.
Rabbit was a great fit for the band, ever since he stopped performing with The Who they have not sounded nearly as good, on the keyboard end of things at least. Unfortunately I've heard there's issues between Roger and Rabbit.
It's amazing.
Four guys all playing lead coming together as one. Spectacular.
Love Daltrey's high-raspy screaming-rock notes...
♫ Can you see the real me, doctor? DOCTOOORRRR!!!!
Can you see the real me, mother? MOTHEEEERRRRR!!!
Can you see the real me, preacher? PREACHEEEERRRR!!!...♫♫♫
Entwhistle. Fingers like the arms of an octopus: each with it's own brain. Some of the best guitar by Pete I have ever heard.
This version is at least 10000 times better than the studio one
No one is like John!!!!
It takes many, many repetitions of this video/audio to begin to grasp the complexity and magnitude of John Entwistle's playing on this piece. He carries the rhythm, the bass, the fills, and the lead. Pete's addition of some nice treble at the end is nice too.
Happy Birthday, St. Entwistle!
John Entwistle and Geezer Butler added so much to the dynamic and dimension to these 4 piece bands.
The live performance by the Who is what separated the boys from the men.
Regardless of being one of my favourite Who songs,and loving this version..........I'm here for the Bass. THE greatest.
A blistering performance!
Thunderfingers earned that nickname. Hot damn.
Just played this, after listening to the Pearl Jam version. And althought that's pretty good, this is so much better. The Who always seem to be pissed off about something, and manage to put that anger and energy in their songs..
Definitely.
What about the W.A.S.P. version? I spent years not hearing the original Who one, thought it was a WASP song. Usually hate covers, but this is the exception to the rule. You cannot beat The Who doing this, but the WASP version also has a fantastic energy about it, as well as Blackie Lawless's unique singing voice.
Yep spare a thought for Pete's guitar tech who has to duck a few times ! Still angry still great live !
it's called passion mate .
Pj is a great version
The Ox. He stands there like a rock. With all that mayhem and craziness going on around him. And he belts out the bassline of a God. Unfuckingbeleivably awesome.
A truly epic performance of one of Quadraphonia best songs...the bass playin?....I'm forever in awe of this man.
Dat bass. OMG
Steve C John Entwistle, the Ox with the thunderfingers.
Long live the who... This performance was brilliant.
The late great John Entwistle possible the greatest bass player ever he was a superb musician and so sadly missed by all true WHO fans likewise the unique Keith Moon how we miss them both I hope they are jamming up there with all the greats and THANKS JOHN @ KEITH WE WILL ALWAYS MISS YOU BOTH TAKE CARE MY FRIENDS.
Entwistle was a god among bassists...this performance was truly outstanding.
My all time favorite song by this legendary band. The main reason is the incredible Thunderfingers! King of the bass and he really makes this song.
I listen to this song over and over trying to pick everything in it. So complicated is the bass. I think it's a moment when Pete acknowledges the superiority of John's musicianship.
In my humble opinion this is the finest bass players song in all of rock, played by the best player ever John Entwistle. I have been playing this song for 30 years and have seen them play it live 5x and it never gets old.
Greatest Band in Rock and Roll EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!
This song is together with the live performance of 'Who Are You' at the Concert for New York and 'Young Man Blues' from Live at Leeds the best live performance of The Who... a truely incredible band, will never be equalled.
you never hear any musician rip the who they are still loved respected and never duplicated.
Entwistle plays lead on this on this song. What a bass player. Ox!!
This is a quote by Daltrey from an online guitar mag site, and it says it all:
"Zak is Keith Moon-trained; Keith bought Zak his first drum kit and Zak was taught by Keith. So, you know, it's totally organic, so it's almost like Keith is still there. Some nights it's eerie. Zak's now been in the band long enough, we can now throw things at him like we used to with Keith and he comes back with something like Keith would have come back with. Which is kinda even getting more scary."
This version is so awesome because of the Ox thunderfingers. After his demise, the Who still rock... just not so much on this track
Daltry is high on drugs. Zak doesn't play anything like Moon. Remember Daltry is the one who didn't like Simon Phillips. And Simon Phillips is a much better drummer than Zak.
What aload of shit ...twat
Keith bought him his first kit before his own father did?! That's messed up.
@@bobhope3716 that may be true however this version beat the sp version imho so there's that to ponder...
Are you kidding me? Unbelievable performance. Thank you for sharing
Super moment musical et chant merci à vous et zak starkey à la batterie exceptionnelle comme BATTEUR
They have always been my favorite band, Pete is the reason I started playing the guitar in 1976 and I still play, not like Pete but his spirit is in me and I will always love The Who!
Great bass sound. We miss ya John...
When I die, I don't wanna go to heaven...I wanna go to bass heaven where John is...where he reigns forever....If your thinking of learning bass, watch this and you'll know what you should aspire to....You'll never match him, but he will forever be your idol.
The real 'Greatest Rock'n'Roll Band in the World'
I can listen to this song over and over......it is so great. Long Live The Who
Daltry took care of his voice. To have the range he does at his age is quite remarkable. Pete is his wonderful self. The other guys did a good job. Absolutely f'n fantastic.
The who is one of my favourite group . This song is fuckin' good
Ever seen anyone make playing look so effortlessly
Possibly the greatest performance of the Zak+John years imo.
This is a great song. What a way to start off their best work. With a punch in the face. Great live version!!
f**king grate from the lads still delivering the goods all these years later I love em !
***** sorry typo great not grate !!! ooops lol
oh ok lol
I was wondering if Entwistle was still alive for this when I saw the title and clicked it. I had my answer with the first bass note.
+CapAnson12345 you are so right what aguitar bass legend respect to you for appreciating it i love the WHO
+CapAnson12345 That was what happened to me as well.
+CapAnson12345 me too this song without him is just not the same
CapAnson12345 - I doubt that they would play this song without him.
This is Transcendent Rock and Roll.
Like his father, Zack's drumming blends seamlessly into the piece. I have listen to this a thousand times and every time I hear another layer. Will be analyzed for many years to come.
Ironic that moon(zaks godfather)is really the one who taught him how to play drums at a young age! Ringo gave him a 🎸!
This is just so wonderful I can't stop dancing and jumpin. I remember jumpin when this first came out on vinyl and then at the cinema.
The sound of John's bass is just fantastic! Just like it always was..
Greetings from Portugal
Thanks for uploading - just amazing
Pure and raw power!!!!
One of my favorite rock bassist !!!! John was always so smooth and natural
Great version of a great song! amazing music, and awesome lyrics & singing!
Simply AWESOME! To see the expression on the fans faces at the end says"we have witnessed greatness in its purest form "!
they were incredible talented with an unique sound
This is incredible! They got better the longer they played together. Only time can do this. Thanx for posting, the absolute best
Great song!! Greatest band ever!! Great audio quality on this....good job.
The Who was the first Super Group - all 4 were best at what they did. I had the great fortune to see John Entwistle in concert one time. I was not disappointed. This is my favourite Who song of all time. VOL MAX every time it comes on Sat radio - sadly not often enough. Thanks for publishing this version RemoDrumfreek102. Much appreciated. :-)
John's hands were like a spider building a web.. absolutely amazing..He alone is why I love The Who so much..I lost some of my hearing from Quadrophenia.. and I would do it again
Incredible version - they are on fire, Entwhistle unbelievable and Zak doing a great job. Love the tone Pete is squeezing out of that strat! Roger is great voice too…..
Awesome version. Townsend's buzz-saw riffs make this underrated tune one of the best ever by The Who.
The greatest fucking rock band in the fucking world. Period.
What an amazing bass part, John Entwistle is/was so genius in underlining the songs.
Entwistle sound is like one bass army playing at once jaja Entwistle forever in my heart and ears!!!
Great to see a video that shows John!
and that my friends is rock n roll! miss the 70s
One of the best live performances of this out there. Whole band on fire. Zak doing a pretty damn good "Keith Moon" here on the drums. Even looks a little like young Keith from a distance. Entwistle obviously on fire...but Daltrey and Towsend are right there in brilliance with him. Nobody attacks a rock guitar better than Pete.
Keith was his godfather and taught zak how to play at a young age! Ringo and moon were best friends!
I love that most comments are about John Entwistle. As they should be for this song. RIP.
Oh my god my heart just broke down to this awesome bass player
Oh, my! Hadn't seen this version before now. Audio quality isn't the best, but know what? IT DOESN'T EVEN MATTER when the Who are on top of their game. The best there ever was, or ever will be. Just awesome.
Never saw them in concert. Kick ass band.😇😍🤩🙏✌😎💪🙌👂
yea dude the who in 2000 put some of the best hard rocking shows the world has ever seen!!!!!!
"The Ox, el bajista más ruidoso en el escenario y el más preciso de éste mismo mundo"
«Bill Wyman»
Entwhistle. Bloody brilliant!
This must be the hottest version of The Real Me I ever heard.
Entwistle...by far the best bassist in the universe. Miss you John.
Entwistle is probably the only guy who could of not only kept up with zak Starkeys druming but he pushed his limits
A comment worth repeating:
This is Bass PORN.
Entwistle Forever.
After 40 years of hearing/seeing Entwistle you'd think I wouldn't marvel at his talent every time I find new film of his work - but I do. Every single time.
The old guys still had it. Fantastic.
An incredible high point of their timeless gift to music. Tragedy this most of this generation will not get to witness such raw power on display, though not sure they could handle it. Moonie missed for sure, but Zach can pound it out like no other.
this is insanity!! brilliant