For 2 guitarists, 1 drummer and 1 lead singer nobody could come close to blowing your socks off like the Who, the greatest rock band in the world in their day.
All four guys were the blueprint for what a typical Rockband looks like: A charismatic singer with a powerful voice, a guitar hero complete with stage antics, a completely crazy drummer (The Muppets' Animal was modelled after Keith! 😄) and a bassist whose character is the exact opposite 😀
Someone recently sent me a photo of the one time when John Entwistle actually smashed a bass guitar during a Who gig in the 1970's. Apparently one of his bass guitars was having technical issues and instead of just switching guitars, he smashed the bad one out of frustration. I wish there was video of it.
Sheer unadulterated anger, passion and incredible musical ability, with a message that cuts through vacuous, hypocrisy which sadly remains prevalent today
The video ends a few seconds too soon. In the full clip, Keith jumps over his drum kit and Pete catches him and gives him a kiss on the cheek. Very bittersweet knowing that this was Keith’s final performance.
Just listened to John Entwhistle's bass line isolated - man, he's like a duck! Calm and cool on the surface, but paddling like crazy underneath. Fingers were just flying up and down that fretboard.
Is that the limited choice? I've heard Zeppelin or Who, or Stones and Who etc. I don't really consider the Beatles a apt comparison to the Who or Zeppelin and other rock bands, just different genres. Love them all but I classify them differently.
@@MrCancer66 back in the day it was always the question Beatles or Stones? precisely for their different styles. I've never been asked Zeppelin or the Who, Zeppelin or Sabbath or Deep Purple sure. But like you I love them all for different reasons
Me too I was fortunate to grow up listening to The Who, and got to see them in the early 70's a few times. Only Thin Lizzy come any where near to their live performances.
The Who are a great British rock band formed in London in 1964. They are considered one of the most influential rock bands of the 20th century & have sold over 100 million records worldwide. They have so many great songs such as "I Can't Explain", "The Kids Are Alright", "Who Are You", "Baba O'Riley", "My Generation", "Substitute", "Happy Jack", "I Can See For Miles", "Behind Blue Eyes", "Boris The Spider", "Pictures Of Lily", "Magic Bus", "Pinball Wizard" etc.
John Entwistle was pretty much the gold standard of rock bassists during his life. I'm sure Geddy looked up to him as an inspiration to always develop and improve his own work on the bass guitar.
Rush both Alex loved Peter’s guitar cord progressions,, Neil has mentioned Keith Moon as an influential, and Ged has talked about John being a big influence on his bass playing technique. Other bands like Yes,Genesis, Pink Floyd. ELP...
As always you Rock Red ❤❤❤❤#thewho #wontgetfooledagain #keithmoon #petetownsend #rogerdaltrey #johnentwistle #classicrock #redheadedneighbor #bestreactor #redsarmy #beautifulfuncountrygirl #heartofgoldwithmetalinhersoul #bestbadjokes #36K
Interesting fact. The Who were playing this concert / tour just down the street from where the movie Alien was being filmed. The movie crew went to see the show noticed the blue lazers. They borrowed them for use in the movie, the scene with the eggs
The Who performed this gig at Shepperton Studios on the outskirts of London, and the movie "Alien" was being filmed there too. The cast and crew of Alien took a break and went over to watch The Who gig. They liked the laser show at the end of Won't Get Fooled Again so much, they ended up borrowing the laser equipment from The Who and used it in the Alien movie.
For me there are numerous songs I remember exactly who I was with and what we were doing the first time I heard it. This is one of them. Sometimes those moments were nothing special . This is one of those times so I won't bore you with it. I thoroughly enjoyed this song the first time I heard it and is my favorite "Who" song. When reacting to a song from the 70's ( don't mean this song because you heard it before, so watching the "live" video was a great idea because they are highly energetic, put on a great show, and personify what "Classic Rock" was) we would first hear a song on the radio or a friend would have the album or single and introduce you to the song. When we went to a concert we were familiar with the artist's repertoire and our "live" reaction was our second reaction. Just a note if there's a song from this era that you might decide to react this is how we were first and then had a second introduction when we heard it in concert. Not suggesting how you react. Just letting you know how us older babes and dudes experienced music at that time. Absolutely enjoy how you approach your reactions. I thought your react hear was great ! Full of energy and you seemed to enjoy their performance as well as the music. That's who "The Who" was, entertaining to max. ✌️
Hell yeah for shouting out his fingers flying on that bass guitar. Almost every reactor I've ever seen react to them, just seems disturbed by the fact that they're all rocking out and they think that he's standing there doing nothing. It's like the biggest disconnect in the world. Thank you for yelling that out❤
You were the only person that reacted to this song and got "the joke" in the lyric "Though I know that the hypnotized never lie. Do ya?". Most don't get that Pete is telling the audience that they're among the hypnotized masses.
I think the video of The Who performing "Young Man Blues" live at the Isle of Wight in 1970 is them at their peak. The only way to describe that performance is "intense".
The Who - I don't think even now do we realise how talented they all are/were as individuals & how massively important is their contribution to Rock. & more British than a Bulldog in a Union Flag Waistcoat eating a Frenchman. At the time of this recording 'Alien' was being filmed at the same studio complex - Shepperton - & some of the crew attended this show. Impressed with the Laser rig they asked if the could borrow it. You can see it in the scene where John Hurt's character discovers the Alien eggs in the derelict Alien space craft.
That _Yeahhhhhh_ @10:10 must be the most iconic of yeahs from all of Rock history. It raises the hair on my arms every time. Second best _yeah_ on my list, from the album _Peter Frampton comes alive_ in the song _Do you feel like we do._ At the end of his main solo(with the talk box) right when the jam starts again.
The Who drummer, Keith Moon is a whole story in itself. I think this was his last show. He died the same year as this video. Not sure if he was the first, but he was quite possibly the original rock wild child, hotel wrecking, destroying stuff, blowing up toilets, drugs, alochol and apparently driving a car into a hotel pool.
Check out the video on youtube of Keith Moon and Steve Martin destroying a hotel room together! The best part is when Keith asks Steve to help him pick up the TV and toss it out the window of the hotel!
When they were known as The High Numbers, before they became The Who, back in the early 60's, they played a small local pub called The Cliff Hotel, here in Southampton, UK. At the end of the gig Pete Townsend smashed his guitar neck through the ceiling of the bar, much to the annoyance of the pub landlord, no doubt. Pete was honing his act even back then. Nice reaction to a great song.
@@johnnytheb26 - He'd smashed the guitar into the low ceiling only accidentally, though. It then was a spur-of-the-moment decision to continue with its destruction and to make it look intentional when some in the audience started laughing at him. And when they played at the same venue again the following night, it was chocker with people, who all wanted to see him smash his guitar again. Which he did too, and Keith joined in with that nonsense through drum abuse 😅 And from there on, they kept doing it 🙂
It's almost like Easter eggs, I'm like yeah woman, that's so awesome that you noticed him seemingly smacking the back of his guitar to his forehead. And knowing him he probably did a little bit.❤❤❤😂😂
I was typing an email to request this and then the notification popped up that you had just reacted to it. That's some fast service. That scream is probably the best scream in any song ever.
@@Ilikeryche - Another great one, albeit not quite on this level, is Joe Cocker's scream in 'A Little Help From My Friends' 😀👍 And the _worst_ scream I've heard in any song so far is the one Billy Idol does in 'White Wedding' 😅
John Entwistle (known as "Thunderfingers") was quite possible the greatest rock bass guitarist in history. (That's his description: The was a bass guitarist, not a "bassist"!)
Fantastic review of the glorious Who, best live band of all. I recall being astounded when I first saw them doing WGFA live - ‘76 Glasgow, lasers, that stunning climax, Roger’s scream. The greatest 🎸
John Entwhistle, the bass guitar player was one of the best players in the world. He helped design the guitar strings that are used by bass players today. He was also known as Thunderfingers.
Keith Moon the drummer was a maniac but he knew how to play the drums, he died of a drug overdose and Ringo Starr's son became their drummer. There is a video out there when the Who played at the concert for New York, 25 minutes of pure Heaven. They played at Wembley a few years ago, I paid for my son his girlfriend and my daughter to go and most of the beer, a thousand pounds for the day as I also paid expenses.
John was called Thunderfingers for good reason! He decided early on to stay still, as a nice contrast to the other three. He's my favourite player along with Geddy- nothing in it, I love both and can't choose between them.
Thank you for reaction Miss! These gents are up there in the best band discussion for serious. 😊 Bassist nick is 'The Ox.' He is all over that fret board like a deep-tissue massage.
John Entwistle later played in a group called "The Best" ... and there is an absolutely stunning solo in their "Fanfare for the Common Man" (the ELP version with "improvisation" for each of these "Best" musicians).
While it's wonderful that we have this video, which is at the end of their bopic, "The Kids Are Alright," to have seen this in a theater when it first was released in 1979 was an incredible experience. I was a 19 year old kid when it came out, and to be part of the whole audience leaping and cheering at the end was something I'll never forget, and that will never be replicated. Very glad that you enjoyed it. RIP Keith Moon and John Entwistle.
When Geddy Lee was asked what his "Desert Island" album is....he said "Who's Next". Won't Get Fooled Again is on the Who's Next album. BTW, I encourage you to listen to a song by The Who called "The Seeker" and then check out Rush covering the song both in the studio and live. Also, there are videos on youtube of Geddy Lee performing "The Seeker" live with The Who in recent years.
One if the best drummers ever Keith Moon , up there with John Bonham and Nigel Peart . This was his last live performance as he passed away this sane year , he was not well at this performance although you wouldnt really notice
Saw them a couple of times in the 80s (so missed Keith) but did see this in the theater as part of The Kid’s Are Alright in’78. I f you’re interested in the band you should check it out. I think you’re the first reactor to notice Pete smacking his head with his guitar.
Lotta great music from The Who. And this bassline is killer. If you haven't ever seen the rock opera "Tommy" (1975), you need to block out a couple hours and watch it. All I'll say is any time you put The Who, Eric Clapton, Elton John, and Tina Turner in the same production, there's no way to be disappointed.
Also one of the similarities between Rush and The Who: The great majority of their audience have been male 😊 And another very enjoyable song and video by The Who is 'A Quick One (While He's Away)' from _The Rolling Stones' Rock 'n Roll Circus_ movie 😀👍
Incredible energy on the stage on this performance, except John Entwistle stoically shredding on Bass. The Who were known for this kind of energy and I wish I had had the opportunity to witness it first hand.
If you haven't yet heard their double album QUADROPHENIA, you should! Headphones required! Kieth Moon had a very unique style of drumming, and John Entwistle's nickname was Thunder fingers. Roger Daltrey vocals and stage presence was phenomenal and Peter Townsend...well, he was a musical genius.
All of the keyboards you hear in thw background and during the breaks were programmed by the guitarist, Pete Townshend. Pete is also the main songwriter. Genius.
I saw The Who around '75 or so in, of all places, Murfreesboro Tennessee. I think that poor auditorium needed structural support after that and my ears are still ringing. I wouldn't have missed it for the world though.
Moon moved back to London from Los Angeles in 1978, dying that September from an overdose of clomethiazole, a drug intended to treat or prevent symptoms of alcohol withdrawal.
"Who is your favorite band?" "That's what I said." "What?" c.1970-72 no other band even came close for musicianship, creativity, and influence, not to mention sheer energy. They were everybody's favorite (mine too). This was probably the last time we saw classic The Who. Keith Moon (drummer) died shortly afterward as a consequence of his self-destructive lifestyle. John Entwistle (bass) was a superb musician who happened to play bass (and French horn). As for his playing what can one say? "Golll-eee!?
It’s wild that these lads were teens when they formed - Keith was the youngest The Who were inspired by US blues, like all Brit and Irish bands - listening to records their yank counterparts weren’t hearing. Check - Small Faces, Tim solder, mod band. Arkansas rocks while you’re there kiddo. ❤️👍🏽👍☘️
Rush had 3 major early influences. Those were the Who, the Cream, and ultimately, Yes! Even BETTER, they never stopped being influenced by the things they loved! Late 70s and early 80s Rush picked up quite a bit from the new wave movement, reggae, and early MTV! There was even a time where Rush and the Police had a sort of back and forth thing, kind like the Beatles and the Beach Boys in the 60's. Police put out Regatta de Blanc, Rush puts out Permanent Waves. Police put out Zenyatta Mondatta, Rush puts out Moving Pictures. Police put out Ghost In The Machine, Rush puts out Signals. Was a GREAT time to come of age!
Pete Townshend did an interview last week and announced he and Roger recently got together for lunch, and The Who will be touring in 2025 with the possibility of a new studio album. For those who don't know, the most recent studio album was released in 2019, just before the pandemic, and is called "WHO". My favorite song on that album is called "Beads On One String".
Where I am, it was 79° today. Considering it was only in the mid fifties yesterday, that's a big jump. It's gonna be 67°-79° up until Saturday when it is in upper fifties. Then rain on Sunday.
Not only is this the most appropriate track to sum up events in the US, but Pussy Riot also re released their cover when Putin invaded Ukraine. These two events might now be inextricably linked !
By the way when they were really young back in the 60s early 70s they were known for destroying the stage totally they were also known for reckon hotel rooms in my favorite song Long live rock they say and I quote we were the first band of vomit at the bar and find the distance to the stage too far they were like the bad boys of the British invasion Keith Moon was the drummer that they based The Muppets character animal on rest in peace Keith you are missed
That was one of the best reactions I've ever seen to this oft-reacted-to clip. You are truly rock and roll to the bone. The Who are, in my opinion, the greatest live act in all of rock and roll, ever, any era, any decade. As amazing as this clip is, it's The Who only at 75%; Keith Moon, their drummer, is in terrible shape and in fact, this is the very last song from his very last show. He overdosed a month later. But in earlier years, he is EXPLOSIVE. In most clips, you're watching him and Pete, the guitarist. "Young Man Blues" from the London Coliseum is amazing, or the Live At Leeds version (audio only). (people who don't know any better always recommend another version, but London Coliseum is the best filmed version) "Baba O'Riley" from this same concert is great, although Keith is again, not at his best. "A Quick One While He's Away" from the Rock 'n' Roll Circus is classic. "I Can't Explain" from Shindig, 1965 is great, their debut single, great clip. "My Generation" from The Smothers Brothers Show, or the Monterey Pop Festival, both of those are great.
For 2 guitarists, 1 drummer and 1 lead singer nobody could come close to blowing your socks off like the Who, the greatest rock band in the world in their day.
The Who have been described as one lead singer, one lead guitarist, one lead bassist and one lead drummer. They are rock royalty.
I love how John Entwistle remains introverted and stoic. Somebody has to hold down the fort.
Like how cool he was when Keith blew up his drums on Smothers Brothers.
All four guys were the blueprint for what a typical Rockband looks like: A charismatic singer with a powerful voice, a guitar hero complete with stage antics, a completely crazy drummer (The Muppets' Animal was modelled after Keith! 😄) and a bassist whose character is the exact opposite 😀
Someone recently sent me a photo of the one time when John Entwistle actually smashed a bass guitar during a Who gig in the 1970's. Apparently one of his bass guitars was having technical issues and instead of just switching guitars, he smashed the bad one out of frustration. I wish there was video of it.
Nothing introverted about the way he plays though, he's a bass playing beast.
He remains still, but his fingers sure don’t.
Sheer unadulterated anger, passion and incredible musical ability, with a message that cuts through vacuous, hypocrisy which sadly remains prevalent today
The video ends a few seconds too soon. In the full clip, Keith jumps over his drum kit and Pete catches him and gives him a kiss on the cheek. Very bittersweet knowing that this was Keith’s final performance.
Just listened to John Entwhistle's bass line isolated - man, he's like a duck! Calm and cool on the surface, but paddling like crazy underneath. Fingers were just flying up and down that fretboard.
Young lady you have true style they are the best band in the world rock and roll at its best.
When people ask, Beatles or Stones? I always say The Who!
Is that the limited choice? I've heard Zeppelin or Who, or Stones and Who etc. I don't really consider the Beatles a apt comparison to the Who or Zeppelin and other rock bands, just different genres. Love them all but I classify them differently.
@@MrCancer66 back in the day it was always the question Beatles or Stones? precisely for their different styles. I've never been asked Zeppelin or the Who, Zeppelin or Sabbath or Deep Purple sure. But like you I love them all for different reasons
Glad I'm not the only one who says this
Me too I was fortunate to grow up listening to The Who, and got to see them in the early 70's a few times. Only Thin Lizzy come any where near to their live performances.
The Who are a great British rock band formed in London in 1964. They are considered one of the most influential rock bands of the 20th century & have sold over 100 million records worldwide. They have so many great songs such as "I Can't Explain", "The Kids Are Alright", "Who Are You", "Baba O'Riley", "My Generation", "Substitute", "Happy Jack", "I Can See For Miles", "Behind Blue Eyes", "Boris The Spider", "Pictures Of Lily", "Magic Bus", "Pinball Wizard" etc.
Greatest Rock Band Ever
This song is a religious experience. 70's rock perfection.
I’ve watched this since I was a kid over 40 years ago and this never gets old. The last time the drummer played onstage.😢
Very appropriate song for today, lets hope the USA is paying attention.
Well, the USA certainly GOT FOOLED AGAIN today.
Another 4 years of tantrums and moaning...why not vote for an adult?
Too late !
@@charles.field.uk_official You never know !.
The problem is, America DID get fooled again!!!!
@@z0n0ph0ne Well they made their bed, now they lie in it while Trump and his nazi backers burn it down.
John Entwistle was pretty much the gold standard of rock bassists during his life. I'm sure Geddy looked up to him as an inspiration to always develop and improve his own work on the bass guitar.
Geezer Butler and Jack Bruce come to mind, too.
That is what Rock and Roll is all about right there!
Rush both Alex loved Peter’s guitar cord progressions,, Neil has mentioned Keith Moon as an influential, and Ged has talked about John being a big influence on his bass playing technique. Other bands like Yes,Genesis, Pink Floyd. ELP...
As always you Rock Red ❤❤❤❤#thewho #wontgetfooledagain #keithmoon #petetownsend #rogerdaltrey #johnentwistle #classicrock #redheadedneighbor #bestreactor #redsarmy #beautifulfuncountrygirl #heartofgoldwithmetalinhersoul #bestbadjokes #36K
Interesting fact. The Who were playing this concert / tour just down the street from where the movie Alien was being filmed. The movie crew went to see the show noticed the blue lazers. They borrowed them for use in the movie, the scene with the eggs
The Who performed this gig at Shepperton Studios on the outskirts of London, and the movie "Alien" was being filmed there too. The cast and crew of Alien took a break and went over to watch The Who gig. They liked the laser show at the end of Won't Get Fooled Again so much, they ended up borrowing the laser equipment from The Who and used it in the Alien movie.
Great Song and PHENOMENAL performance!!! Song from my favourite Who album - Who's Next ❤
Who's Next is Geddy Lee's "Desert Island album".
For me there are numerous songs I remember exactly who I was with and what we were doing the first time I heard it. This is one of them. Sometimes those moments were nothing special . This is one of those times so I won't bore you with it. I thoroughly enjoyed this song the first time I heard it and is my favorite "Who" song.
When reacting to a song from the 70's ( don't mean this song because you heard it before, so watching the "live" video was a great idea because they are highly energetic, put on a great show, and personify what "Classic Rock" was) we would first hear a song on the radio or a friend would have the album or single and introduce you to the song. When we went to a concert we were familiar with the artist's repertoire and our "live" reaction was our second reaction. Just a note if there's a song from this era that you might decide to react this is how we were first and then had a second introduction when we heard it in concert. Not suggesting how you react. Just letting you know how us older babes and dudes experienced music at that time.
Absolutely enjoy how you approach your reactions. I thought your react hear was great ! Full of energy and you seemed to enjoy their performance as well as the music. That's who "The Who" was, entertaining to max. ✌️
Got to watch this in the movie theater 🎭 John's Bass was really awesome sounding in the Theater!! Great Episode!! Peace 🕊️☮️♾️😎🤟🏼🎸
Hell yeah for shouting out his fingers flying on that bass guitar. Almost every reactor I've ever seen react to them, just seems disturbed by the fact that they're all rocking out and they think that he's standing there doing nothing. It's like the biggest disconnect in the world. Thank you for yelling that out❤
Heck yeah!
This! I never understand why people don't get it, so thanks Red!
He has to keep the beat for Keith who was not know for a consistent groove, not like the professor.
These guys were the personification of Power!
You were the only person that reacted to this song and got "the joke" in the lyric "Though I know that the hypnotized never lie. Do ya?". Most don't get that Pete is telling the audience that they're among the hypnotized masses.
So glad you enjoyed this epic band. This is the four lads at their peak. 😁
I think the video of The Who performing "Young Man Blues" live at the Isle of Wight in 1970 is them at their peak. The only way to describe that performance is "intense".
"Look at the fingers flyin', gollie!" One of bassist John Entwhistle's nicknames was indeed Thunderfingers.
There's a reason we call The Ox Thunderfingers!
"Meet the new boss, same as the old boss..."
The Who - I don't think even now do we realise how talented they all are/were as individuals & how massively important is their contribution to Rock. & more British than a Bulldog in a Union Flag Waistcoat eating a Frenchman.
At the time of this recording 'Alien' was being filmed at the same studio complex - Shepperton - & some of the crew attended this show. Impressed with the Laser rig they asked if the could borrow it. You can see it in the scene where John Hurt's character discovers the Alien eggs in the derelict Alien space craft.
A fantastic band. The modern era, One Direction and the like aren't worthy of throwing Pets broken stings in the bin.
If not the best scream in rock music, in the top three.
That _Yeahhhhhh_ @10:10 must be the most iconic of yeahs from all of Rock history. It raises the hair on my arms every time. Second best _yeah_ on my list, from the album _Peter Frampton comes alive_ in the song _Do you feel like we do._ At the end of his main solo(with the talk box) right when the jam starts again.
The Who drummer, Keith Moon is a whole story in itself. I think this was his last show. He died the same year as this video. Not sure if he was the first, but he was quite possibly the original rock wild child, hotel wrecking, destroying stuff, blowing up toilets, drugs, alochol and apparently driving a car into a hotel pool.
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I believe that the Muppet character of Animal is based on Keith Moon..
Thier playing styles are very similar 😂😂😂
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Check out the video on youtube of Keith Moon and Steve Martin destroying a hotel room together! The best part is when Keith asks Steve to help him pick up the TV and toss it out the window of the hotel!
Four genuine rock stars doing rock star things.
When they were known as The High Numbers, before they became The Who, back in the early 60's, they played a small local pub called The Cliff Hotel, here in Southampton, UK. At the end of the gig Pete Townsend smashed his guitar neck through the ceiling of the bar, much to the annoyance of the pub landlord, no doubt. Pete was honing his act even back then. Nice reaction to a great song.
@@johnnytheb26 - He'd smashed the guitar into the low ceiling only accidentally, though. It then was a spur-of-the-moment decision to continue with its destruction and to make it look intentional when some in the audience started laughing at him.
And when they played at the same venue again the following night, it was chocker with people, who all wanted to see him smash his guitar again. Which he did too, and Keith joined in with that nonsense through drum abuse 😅 And from there on, they kept doing it 🙂
It's almost like Easter eggs, I'm like yeah woman, that's so awesome that you noticed him seemingly smacking the back of his guitar to his forehead. And knowing him he probably did a little bit.❤❤❤😂😂
I was typing an email to request this and then the notification popped up that you had just reacted to it. That's some fast service. That scream is probably the best scream in any song ever.
@@Ilikeryche - Another great one, albeit not quite on this level, is Joe Cocker's scream in 'A Little Help From My Friends'
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And the _worst_ scream I've heard in any song so far is the one Billy Idol does in 'White Wedding' 😅
Daltrey's scream at the end of "Love Reign O'er Me" is also pretty legendary.
@@bostonwhofan That's a good one too.
John Entwistle (known as "Thunderfingers") was quite possible the greatest rock bass guitarist in history. (That's his description: The was a bass guitarist, not a "bassist"!)
The fact she knew Abbott and Costello is when I paused and smashed “like”. 😊😂
Well...isn't this an apprpriate song for today?
@@lawrencesmith6536 lol 😂 yes, indeed
Hopefully you don't get fooled again.
Yay!
@@Ilikeryche Too late..you were fooled by T.
@@Ilikeryche Yeah America just got fooled again big time !
Fantastic review of the glorious Who, best live band of all. I recall being astounded when I first saw them doing WGFA live - ‘76 Glasgow, lasers, that stunning climax, Roger’s scream. The greatest 🎸
John Entwhistle, the bass guitar player was one of the best players in the world. He helped design the guitar strings that are used by bass players today. He was also known as Thunderfingers.
The WHO. The very best British Group !!
I don't know any other drummer so energetic he had to duct tape his earphones on.
Back when the band was still known as "The Detours" they would advertise their shows as "Maximum R&B" 🙂
It's said Animal of the Muppets was modeled after Keith Moon.
Keith Moon the drummer was a maniac but he knew how to play the drums, he died of a drug overdose and Ringo Starr's son became their drummer. There is a video out there when the Who played at the concert for New York, 25 minutes of pure Heaven. They played at Wembley a few years ago, I paid for my son his girlfriend and my daughter to go and most of the beer, a thousand pounds for the day as I also paid expenses.
And that is how you play live.
John was called Thunderfingers for good reason! He decided early on to stay still, as a nice contrast to the other three. He's my favourite player along with Geddy- nothing in it, I love both and can't choose between them.
Great reaction, Red! I saw the Who live in Pittsburgh back in the 70s. Best concert I've seen!
If you notice Keiths headphones were taped on his head He got into his work
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By all accounts when they did TV show appearances, etc apparently Keith Moon was a nightmare to interview.
You will love "A quick one while he's away" by the Who, live at the magic circus. (1968)
loved your reaction to this video,they are entertainers for sure!!
Perfect election day song!
Thank you for reaction Miss! These gents are up there in the best band discussion for serious. 😊
Bassist nick is 'The Ox.' He is all over that fret board like a deep-tissue massage.
Gotta love the who!!
Best band I ever saw live!
John Entwistle later played in a group called "The Best" ... and there is an absolutely stunning solo in their "Fanfare for the Common Man" (the ELP version with "improvisation" for each of these "Best" musicians).
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I think Animal from The Muppets was based on Keith Moon. Notice his headphones were taped to his head?
Bass player is known as fingers (John Entwhistle)
If you find the Rush 'Feedback' CD, that has some songs they covered of other bands that influenced them.
While it's wonderful that we have this video, which is at the end of their bopic, "The Kids Are Alright," to have seen this in a theater when it first was released in 1979 was an incredible experience. I was a 19 year old kid when it came out, and to be part of the whole audience leaping and cheering at the end was something I'll never forget, and that will never be replicated. Very glad that you enjoyed it. RIP Keith Moon and John Entwistle.
Saw them in 1978 at Ahaneim Stadium. What a show! Not long before Keith Moon died.
Propah Bri'ish RAWK 🤘
When Geddy Lee was asked what his "Desert Island" album is....he said "Who's Next". Won't Get Fooled Again is on the Who's Next album. BTW, I encourage you to listen to a song by The Who called "The Seeker" and then check out Rush covering the song both in the studio and live. Also, there are videos on youtube of Geddy Lee performing "The Seeker" live with The Who in recent years.
It's my desert island album too. There are other great rock albums, but few that are as consistently great on virtually every track.
One if the best drummers ever Keith Moon , up there with John Bonham and Nigel Peart . This was his last live performance as he passed away this sane year , he was not well at this performance although you wouldnt really notice
Saw them a couple of times in the 80s (so missed Keith) but did see this in the theater as part of The Kid’s Are Alright in’78. I f you’re interested in the band you should check it out. I think you’re the first reactor to notice Pete smacking his head with his guitar.
The blue laser lights were used in the movie Alien, they borrowed them from the Who.
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Lotta great music from The Who. And this bassline is killer.
If you haven't ever seen the rock opera "Tommy" (1975), you need to block out a couple hours and watch it. All I'll say is any time you put The Who, Eric Clapton, Elton John, and Tina Turner in the same production, there's no way to be disappointed.
They even got Jack Nicholson to sing in the Tommy movie!
Greatest power slide ever Pete! Yeaaaahhhhhhh! Loved it Red. Ty. 🤘💚🤘
If you look close MOON THE LOON(drummer)has black gaffer tape holding his headphones on 😂🤟🏴
Straight up on that good real sh!t to keep the "Energy " for days...the style influenced other bands into the 80's...awesome reaction!!!
Geddy said his one desert island disc would be "Who`s Next" by The Who. Neil was also heavily influenced by Keith Moon on the drums.
Also one of the similarities between Rush and The Who: The great majority of their audience have been male
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And another very enjoyable song and video by The Who is 'A Quick One (While He's Away)' from _The Rolling Stones' Rock 'n Roll Circus_ movie
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Entwistle (bass) looks over, says well here comes Pete and calmly takes a step back.
Incredible energy on the stage on this performance, except John Entwistle stoically shredding on Bass. The Who were known for this kind of energy and I wish I had had the opportunity to witness it first hand.
Obviously they are much older now, and Keith and John are no longer with us, but The Who is touring in 2025.
The drummer Keith has a drum set with live fish in it
If you haven't yet heard their double album QUADROPHENIA, you should! Headphones required!
Kieth Moon had a very unique style of drumming, and John Entwistle's nickname was Thunder fingers.
Roger Daltrey vocals and stage presence was phenomenal and Peter Townsend...well, he was a musical genius.
All of the keyboards you hear in thw background and during the breaks were programmed by the guitarist, Pete Townshend. Pete is also the main songwriter. Genius.
The BLOODY WHO !!!!
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It's only Rock n Roll and you like it!!!!!!!!!😎🎸🎸🎸🎸.
Perfect for an election day
I saw The Who around '75 or so in, of all places, Murfreesboro Tennessee. I think that poor auditorium needed structural support after that and my ears are still ringing. I wouldn't have missed it for the world though.
I have always thought The Who were the first punk rock band. The attitude, the energy. Call me a liar.
Moon moved back to London from Los Angeles in 1978, dying that September from an overdose of clomethiazole, a drug intended to treat or prevent symptoms of alcohol withdrawal.
"Who is your favorite band?" "That's what I said." "What?" c.1970-72 no other band even came close for musicianship, creativity, and influence, not to mention sheer energy. They were everybody's favorite (mine too). This was probably the last time we saw classic The Who. Keith Moon (drummer) died shortly afterward as a consequence of his self-destructive lifestyle. John Entwistle (bass) was a superb musician who happened to play bass (and French horn). As for his playing what can one say? "Golll-eee!?
It’s wild that these lads were teens when they formed - Keith was the youngest
The Who were inspired by US blues, like all Brit and Irish bands - listening to records their yank counterparts weren’t hearing.
Check - Small Faces, Tim solder, mod band.
Arkansas rocks while you’re there kiddo.
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Watch Rush cover The Seeker R30 tour.
Rush had 3 major early influences. Those were the Who, the Cream, and ultimately, Yes!
Even BETTER, they never stopped being influenced by the things they loved! Late 70s and early 80s Rush picked up quite a bit from the new wave movement, reggae, and early MTV! There was even a time where Rush and the Police had a sort of back and forth thing, kind like the Beatles and the Beach Boys in the 60's. Police put out Regatta de Blanc, Rush puts out Permanent Waves. Police put out Zenyatta Mondatta, Rush puts out Moving Pictures. Police put out Ghost In The Machine, Rush puts out Signals. Was a GREAT time to come of age!
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Tommy- the Rock Opera. Pete Townsend author . Just on Broadway again now!
Pete Townshend did an interview last week and announced he and Roger recently got together for lunch, and The Who will be touring in 2025 with the possibility of a new studio album. For those who don't know, the most recent studio album was released in 2019, just before the pandemic, and is called "WHO". My favorite song on that album is called "Beads On One String".
The Who influenced many more bands besides Rush. Also, Rush was also HEAVILY influenced by the band YES!!!
Where I am, it was 79° today. Considering it was only in the mid fifties yesterday, that's a big jump. It's gonna be 67°-79° up until Saturday when it is in upper fifties. Then rain on Sunday.
@@vernhoke7730 oh, such chaotic weather this time of year
Not only is this the most appropriate track to sum up events in the US, but Pussy Riot also re released their cover when Putin invaded Ukraine. These two events might now be inextricably linked !
Check out "A quick one" from a tv performance. The mini opera, multiple songs with a common theme and a wild performance.
Pretty great timing for this reaction………….meet the new Boss, same as the old Boss………I pray we don’t get fooled again……….
By the way when they were really young back in the 60s early 70s they were known for destroying the stage totally they were also known for reckon hotel rooms in my favorite song Long live rock they say and I quote we were the first band of vomit at the bar and find the distance to the stage too far they were like the bad boys of the British invasion Keith Moon was the drummer that they based The Muppets character animal on rest in peace Keith you are missed
That was one of the best reactions I've ever seen to this oft-reacted-to clip. You are truly rock and roll to the bone. The Who are, in my opinion, the greatest live act in all of rock and roll, ever, any era, any decade. As amazing as this clip is, it's The Who only at 75%; Keith Moon, their drummer, is in terrible shape and in fact, this is the very last song from his very last show. He overdosed a month later. But in earlier years, he is EXPLOSIVE. In most clips, you're watching him and Pete, the guitarist. "Young Man Blues" from the London Coliseum is amazing, or the Live At Leeds version (audio only). (people who don't know any better always recommend another version, but London Coliseum is the best filmed version) "Baba O'Riley" from this same concert is great, although Keith is again, not at his best. "A Quick One While He's Away" from the Rock 'n' Roll Circus is classic. "I Can't Explain" from Shindig, 1965 is great, their debut single, great clip. "My Generation" from The Smothers Brothers Show, or the Monterey Pop Festival, both of those are great.
Townshend is a genius. Not an exaggeration. Quadrophenia was their zenith, IMO.