I think Roger Daltrey is 71 years old here and still sounds great. The original studio version is much better though. One of the greatest rock voices and bands of all time.
Agreed,Chip..Roger just sings it differently than in 1971, studio or otherwise. Pretty good but not like the good 'ole days. We can deal with it because we know all that.
There's a live version of this on YT from 1975, I believe, when Keith & John were still alive and Pete danced an Irish Jig during Roger's Harmonica solo. Nobody back in the day, or even now in their 70's could touch The Who live. They were just on another level.
I think you are referring to the 1978 Shepperton Studio version. It was recorded (along with Won't Get Fooled Again) for the movie "The Kids Are Alright". That was the last gig the band ever did with Keith.
@Paul P No, not that one. That version was in the film " the kids are alright". The one I have in mind is the one where Roger is wearing a yellow shirt and Pete has white pants. He's much more subdued in this performance than the one from TKAA. Definitely earlier than 1978. Keith still looks and plays OK.
@@kevinmclaughlin1092 ok. The live version that usually get viewed it the Shepperton one. Would the version you are talking about be 1974 Charlton? ua-cam.com/video/ElHLPvB1ZW0/v-deo.html
@Paul P Yes, that's the one. I was off by one year! For my $$$, this is the best live version of Baba O' Rielly. The performance at the Concert for NYC, after 911 is also good but it's hard to find that one.
You're probably thinking of this one from Houston...and yes it rocks! I think it's one of the best because I was there at the Summit in Houston! lol ua-cam.com/video/6ZBhgZBjiLE/v-deo.html
Now that you've seen that they still have it 50 years on, you need to dive into their original album WHO'S NEXT! And their Rock Opera TOMMY. This is still good but the WHO of fifty years ago is VASTLY superior. In 1969, I missed seeing them in concert because I didn't have the $4.50 for a ticket. 50 years later I finally got to see them for $450!😂 It was worth the wait!
They are still great but totally agree, I saw the original band in the 70s, they had one of the most powerful PAs but the tone they all got out of their instruments is something I won't forget, I'll never forget Sparks from Tommy and Townsend just taking over, they showed why they were and always are amongst the best.
The Who are a 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", "Won't Get Fooled Again", "The Kids Are Alright", "My Generation", "Substitute", "Happy Jack", "I Can See For Miles", "Behind Blue Eyes", "Boris The Spider", "Pictures Of Lily", "Magic Bus", "Who Are You", "Pinball Wizard" etc.
Wish you found a video of them in their prime. Both Roger Daltrey (lead singer) and Pete Townshend (guitarist who wrote most of their songs) have lost some range. Keith Moon, their original drummer (Animal from the muppets was based on him) died in 1978, and John Entwistle who died in 2002 was a monster on Bass.
Shows like this....contributed to my Tinnitus. Between that and being a Jet Mechanic in the Navy playing down in Test Cell. Diggin your look into the music I grew up with. And your philosophy is spot on. "Just because your gonna define yourself poorly does not mean I have to join you".
I have to agree with what someone else said--the live versions of Baba O'Riley and Won't Get Fooled Again from Shepperton Studios 1978 shows the 4 original members of the group with the band at its peak! Amazing performances of both of those songs.
I saw the Who in 1976 and I remember the intro to this song went on for more than a minute building to a massive crescendo. It was the last US tour with Keith Moon on the drums before he died.
Hyde Park is in London, and every year they do a festival in summer called British Summer Time. I've been a few times, to see Eagles, Stevie Wonderr and Carole King. It's really well set up. This year, the headliners include Pink (with support act Gwen Stefani), Billy Joel, Bruce Springsteen, Guns n Roses and, yep, Blackpink.
I don’t know where to start. The Who, British Rock royalty from the 60s. Their music is iconic even today. Knighted Sir Roger Daltrey vocals are legendary with his golden blonde curls and crystal blue eyes. Pete Townsend on lead guitar is so special to rock legends. The circular guitar strum was copied by most. His songwriting was stellar. And how many guitars did he destroy? Countless. He would literally smash them to pieces. In videos from younger days you’ll see John Entwhistle on bass guitar and Keith Moon on drums. John named one of the top three bassists of all time. Keith died in 1978 of overdose. Considerable mental health issues and addiction lead this comical talented man to his own demise. For the following few years they struggled for the right drummer, finally settling on Ringo Starr’s (drummer for the Beatles) son, Zak Starkey. Their music is heard in many outlets. Their Super Bowl halftime was stunning. And all the CSI shows use their music for theme songs on the TV show intros. Keep going, their hits are endless.
Big respect for these old men (were on US tour last year; followed them on the internet) and for your choice of video. This song is taken from the great rock album Who's Next 1971. You should watch the live TV version Shepperton 1978 with the "brother song" Won't Get Fool Again, then you will get an idea of what energy and passion means on stage. As a ballad comes from the same album Behind Blue Eyes; maybe you know the Limp Bizkit cover from 2003, a worldwide hit. If you want to "explore" the musical and lyrical meaning of The Who, start with the single My Generation 1965 (UK+AUS no.2; CAN no.3); a 14' version is featured on the fantastic album Live At Leeds 1970. For me, The Who paved the way for hard and later punk rock and created two rock operas Tommy 1969 and Qadrophenia 1973.👍
Hyde Park is in Downtown London, very near Buckingham Palace. This is a pretty recent performance, without two original members of The WHO, that have passed away, Bassist John Entwistle and Drummer Keith Moon. But Singer Roger Daltry and Guitarist Pete Townsend still carry on very well. A little old to be yelling "Teenage Wasteland" though. Teenage Wasteland was Townsend's reaction to the Woodstock Festival, where The WHO was a headliner. I think the current Drummer is Zack Starkey, the son of Beatles Drummer Ringo Starr.
One of my favorite The Who. The drummer Keith Moon was a wildman him and Joe Walsh of James Gang also of The Eagles were friends. The stories Joe Walsh talks about Keith Moon is wild and normally involved destruction of hotel rooms.
Great reaction Britt! 😎 As awesome as this live version is, you should really check out the studio version from their 1971 album "Who's Next" (with original drummer Keith Moon and bassist John Entwistle), to experience the full sonic brilliance of this song! 🎧🔥 The entire album is great! Several of The Who's songs have been used as the themes for the various CSI TV shows! RIP to Keith & John.
A lot to unpack about that song as far as the lyrics go Baba what was I believe Pete Townshend‘s guru and O’Reilly refers to Terry O’Reilly who was an avant-garde composer at the time that did repetitive looping which indicates what happens at the beginning with that loop The girl went to a concert and saw all the teenagers out there that’s where the lyric teenage wasteland comes from
Brilliant!! The Who have always been an awesome band. The Who are an English rock band formed in London in 1964. Their core lineup consisted of lead vocalist Roger Daltrey, guitarist Pete Townshend, bassist John Entwistle and drummer Keith Moon. They are considered one of the most influential rock bands of the 20th century, and have sold over 100 million records worldwide. Their contributions to rock music include the development of the Marshall Stack, large PA systems, the use of the synthesizer, Entwistle and Moon's influential playing styles, Townshend's feedback and power chord guitar technique, and the development of the rock opera. They are cited as an influence by many hard rock, punk, power pop and mod bands, and their songs are still regularly played. The Who were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1990.
Great pick for a reaction. This was an anthem when I was in Middle School, also known as Junior High School. This is a legendary band who fill stadiums even now. I encourage you to listen to the studio recordings because they are so amazingly produced.
I saw them in 1983 at the L.A. Coliseum. Sold out of course and it was an awesome concert; they even sold the field (standing room only). Not a bad song in their entire repertoire.
Eloquent description of this song is what I feel everytime I hear fifty years I grew up with The Who and a huge difference we did not have the technology but our brains created our own visuals you have a beautiful voice and I wish you the best
So many great songs from The Who. CSI used one for their theme tune, 'Won't Get Fooled again' is a great one. Hyde Park is basically a huge park for dog walkers, joggers etc in central London.
I saw them a couple of years ago, fhey still put on a great show, one of the greatest rock bands ever. Sometimes it's a harmonica and sometimes a violin.
First, lovin' the braids... WHO's NEXT and TOMMY were the first albums (yes,vinyl... 'cause that's what we had back in the day) I bought... These guys were thel God's of Rock in their day. I love that, even in their 70's, they get you to see it and feel it... And yes, this and Won't Get Fooled Again ARE STILL anthems that can rock stadiums... I love your reactions... Can't wait to see 💯 k.
You are so very correct this was our anthym!!! The lead guitarist swinging his arm while playing it Pete Townsend and is a living legend as far as rock guitarists.
The two you heard singing are the only two of the original band who set out in 1964 . So 59 years " experience " in those voices. The others are long dead . The " windmill " was Peter Townsend's signature style.
I got to see the Who at their first farewell tour in 1982 with the Clash opening for them. Just recently I got to see Roger and Pete with the Who orchestral tour. Great shows and still loud. The violin solo playing the guitar solo part was amazing.
I'm sorry, I had to giggle over "first farewell tour". Haven't they done something like 15 tours since they "retired"? I saw them in '89 and '99. Great shows.
@@michlkwitz they did like 4 final “this is our last tour” tours. The 1982 tour shirts literally said “Farewell Tour” like it was the last time we would get to see them live. The Orchestra tour was awesome!
great listen. three songs from the who were used as opening themes to csi and spinoffs csi ny and csi criminal intent "baba o riley" " who are you" "won't get fooled again"
The opening sounds and then the background sounds the entire song was done on a keyboard synthesizer I think is the word for the machine they used, I saw an interview with Roger he said he wanted to perform as long as he could, Roger and Pete are the last survivors we have the voice and the writer left and they now in the 80s and can't do much left but every now and then random shows pop up Rodger said in thst interview when they was in there 90s it w ont be pretty but it will sound beautiful
A friend was in line to buy Who tickets for a bunch of us in 1979.There were 2 people ahead of him when the show sold out. It was for the December show in Cincinnati where 11 people died when they rushed the doors to the venue. I still wish he'd gotten the tickets though.
Love your reactions ! And appreciate that you do the live stuff. But these versions really ,really matter. Suggestion.... Quickly glance at what the other reactors are presenting and go with that one. As for the WHO , should have done the live stuff from shepperton studios 1978. Baba O'Riley and/or Won't get fooled again. You see the greatness in the little details ! : )) ✌️
they are elderly gentlemen now, I think it would be worth your listening to the studio version from 50 years ago when they were in their prime, or at least a live concert video from back then. There are many available.
Pete Townsend is guitarist, principal songwriter, second vocalist, and one of the two survivors of the original group. Around 1970, he was a pioneer of synthesizers in rock music. This song "Baba O'Reilly" is named for Meher Baba, his spiritural guru, and Mr. O'Reilly, who taught him to program synthesizers. He has said that, when he is on his deathbed, he will ask his daughter to put on Baba O'Reilly so he can listen to the opening synthesizer part, and his last thoughts will be "Yeah -- I wrote _that_ once."
As everybody else has said you need to watch them in their prime. Playing A Quick One roll n roll circus 1968, Young Man Blues Isle of Wight Festival 1970 or Wont get fooled Again at Shepperton studios 1978.
Yes, i agree. This song is the most rock that rock song can get. Immediate headbanging. Now you can look on your own a studio version. Just for comparison.
I was fortunate to see them perform 15 years ago. Keith Moon and John Entwistle were both gone at that point, but Roger Daltry and Pete Townshend were awesome, as was Zak Starkey (Ringo Starr's son) on drums. You might also want to check out some of Pete Townshend s solo work. He is definitely a gifted musician.
The original wild bunch of rock. A wild story of band tensions and mad antics off stage which would surface on stage in the early days. But so talented. Great music from beginning to end. You'll enjoy exploring this rabbit hole. But do treat yourself to watching one or two videos of the band before they lost John and Keith. When they had the concert for 9/11 these boys owned the stage in the same way Queen did during Live Aid. Enjoy.
Yes, as has been mentioned, nice version by the elder version of the band, they could still bring it in their 70s. You really need to hear the original song from Who's Next and the live performance of this by the original band, when everyone was still alive in the 1970s and in their prime, you will notice the difference, believe me. Enjoy! 🎵🎸🎤🎹🎶
Britt, the original 1971 studio recording is the one to go with for this song. Or if you want to check out a live version, find one with the original line-up.
Pete Townsend the guitarist and writer is deaf from a performance miss adventure the drummer was one of the most notorious partiers im history and there was a stunt to explode the drums at the end of the song well the drummer doubled up the explosives and Pete was standing in front of the exploded and is almost entirely deaf now, and for a very long time the guinis book of records named the who as the loudest band based off of decibel volume
Yeee it's a very different sound when they are so old. Still great but you should also listen to the studio or find a live when they are younger. The Who was a band who had some pretty epic live performances. Such energy such presence on the stage... when they were young
The Who is such a powerful band live, saw them 3 times...once with Moon on the "Who's Next" tour ! Pete Townshend is a special writer. Hyde Park is in England ! The arm in the guitar is Pete's famous windmill. A funny thing....I worked in records years ago and people came in the store saying I want that Teenage Wasteland song. I would try to tell them that's not the title of song and they would battle me. So finally I told them it's Baba O'riley and if it's not the song bring it back for a refund. One last thing the drummer Zack is Ringo Starr's son.
There aren’t many who can stand up with The Who, Roger on vocals, Pete on guitar. Some folks who are younger might recognize this one from the theme song of CSI New York. The creator of CSI was a fan of the Who. CSI Vegas use Who Are You, and CSI Miami used Won’t Get Fooled Again.
Hyde Park is in London, England and has been the venue for many amazing concerts over the years... I agree with others who have commented about listening to earlier versions of "Baba O'Riley" with all the members of The Who. In 2008, The Who became Kennedy Center Honorees and this is the tribute concert from that occasion (including "Baba O'Riley"): ua-cam.com/video/EovrbSGSxmw/v-deo.html
The Who is definitely the name of the group. Singer Roger Daltrey and guitarist Pete Townsend have been rocking the band since 1965! I would suggest you try the Shepperton Studios' version of "Won't Get Fooled Again." You should see the original foursome in their heyday 👍😉.
Hyde Park is smack bang in the middle of little old London!!!! The Who are so hard to pigeon hole....definitely a rock band.....but so much more than that. Legends. Another cool reaction 👏🤟
Hey Britt, great song, great reaction. Keep going down this rabbit hole. But, if you're brave enough to be blown away, you must you must react to a iconic song performed by 4 iconic artists. The song is "While my guitar gently weeps" Steve Winwood, Jeff Lynn, Tom Petty, and YES!! ON LEAD GUITAR, PRINCE!
There's a reason this band is in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame! One of THE quintessential rock bands in history! You're undoubtedly going to be requested to react to We Won't Get Fooled Again. If you catch on to the lyrics, know that as a British band from the 60's, they were there at the time the Irish Republican Army (the IRA) was embroiled is a civil war with the Irish government.....which was a major influence behind a lot of politically themed British music of the time.
Roger may play the harmonica in this performance. But the original recording uses a violin for that part. Which says a lot about Roger's mouth harp skills.
Oh man, you really have to react to them in their heyday, either audio cut or they have some good live performances, including one of this same song. This is them as old men, lol. It's not the same at all. I mean they're still good, don't get me wrong, but you're not really seeing why The Who got so popular and beloved.
Hyde Park is in London - a large park that gets turned into an arena for a few weekends over the Summer. I got to see Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers there - RIP Tom. & Greenday with an impressive support line-up. The Jewel in the Crown was definitely The Who. Pete Townshend walked out onto the stage, stepped up to the mic & said "Some of you are a very long way away." he then settled his Fender Guitar into a more comfortable position & added "But we will f*cking reach you." Cue two hours of magic that at times had this rufty-tufty old biker leaking from the eyes a bit. I cannot recommend The Who strongly enough - more British than a Bulldog eating a Frenchman whilst wearing a Union Flag Waistcoat.
I seen the do this in 1971 with Wishbone Ash as opener. Only $2.00 a ticket for lawn sats, they expected 5,000 but 38,000 of us showed up. This is sad to watch, watch their 70's live version with the whole band. Jim
This live version is fine, but you've really got to check out some of the studio recordings from when Roger daltrey was in his prime. One of the best rock vocalists ever easily top five.
If I could be this cool in my 70's, I'd be willing to fast-forward the years. BTW, "...teenage wasteland" refers to Woodstock, and the crowd that was wasted on drugs
AKA Teenage Wasteland. Great reaction to an iconic song by an iconic band. Blue Man Group did a performance of this on stage several years ago that you might want to check out. Keep up the good work!
Recommend you take a look (on youtube) at their promo video of Who Are You to see them with their original lineup including the late great John Entwistle and Keith Moon aka Moon the Loon.
Any Who reactions really should be done with Keith Moon and John Entwistle. (pre 1978) They were two of the most gifted musicians (drums & bass) in all of rock!
I think Roger Daltrey is 71 years old here and still sounds great. The original studio version is much better though. One of the greatest rock voices and bands of all time.
Agreed 100%
that electric violin solo at the end of the original recording is epic 👍👍👍
Sadly she likes live versions when the band or artist is way past their prime so you get mediocre or bad versions of great songs.
Agreed,Chip..Roger just sings it differently than in 1971, studio or otherwise. Pretty good but not like the good 'ole days. We can deal with it because we know all that.
I heard him lasst year at age 78 and he sounds AMAZING.
There's a live version of this on YT from 1975, I believe, when Keith & John were still alive and Pete danced an Irish Jig during Roger's Harmonica solo. Nobody back in the day, or even now in their 70's could touch The Who live. They were just on another level.
I think you are referring to the 1978 Shepperton Studio version. It was recorded (along with Won't Get Fooled Again) for the movie "The Kids Are Alright". That was the last gig the band ever did with Keith.
@Paul P No, not that one. That version was in the film " the kids are alright". The one I have in mind is the one where Roger is wearing a yellow shirt and Pete has white pants. He's much more subdued in this performance than the one from TKAA. Definitely earlier than 1978. Keith still looks and plays OK.
@@kevinmclaughlin1092 ok. The live version that usually get viewed it the Shepperton one. Would the version you are talking about be 1974 Charlton?
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@Paul P Yes, that's the one. I was off by one year! For my $$$, this is the best live version of Baba O' Rielly. The performance at the Concert for NYC, after 911 is also good but it's hard to find that one.
You're probably thinking of this one from Houston...and yes it rocks! I think it's one of the best because I was there at the Summit in Houston! lol ua-cam.com/video/6ZBhgZBjiLE/v-deo.html
Now that you've seen that they still have it 50 years on, you need to dive into their original album WHO'S NEXT! And their Rock Opera TOMMY. This is still good but the WHO of fifty years ago is VASTLY superior. In 1969, I missed seeing them in concert because I didn't have the $4.50 for a ticket. 50 years later I finally got to see them for $450!😂 It was worth the wait!
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Saw this past year Roger and Pete are 78 years old and they sounded better than this video
To know the who is to know Tommy
They are still great but totally agree, I saw the original band in the 70s, they had one of the most powerful PAs but the tone they all got out of their instruments is something I won't forget, I'll never forget Sparks from Tommy and Townsend just taking over, they showed why they were and always are amongst the best.
No Keith or John here either, so this is not THE Who.
The Who are a 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", "Won't Get Fooled Again", "The Kids Are Alright", "My Generation", "Substitute", "Happy Jack", "I Can See For Miles", "Behind Blue Eyes", "Boris The Spider", "Pictures Of Lily", "Magic Bus", "Who Are You", "Pinball Wizard" etc.
Yeah, you can hear it, but these are 70 year old men....you need to hear them 40 years ago, it's unreal!
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Wish you found a video of them in their prime. Both Roger Daltrey (lead singer) and Pete Townshend (guitarist who wrote most of their songs) have lost some range. Keith Moon, their original drummer (Animal from the muppets was based on him) died in 1978, and John Entwistle who died in 2002 was a monster on Bass.
Actually, Gonzo is based on Bonzo... John Bonham .. but every thing else is true.
Shows like this....contributed to my Tinnitus. Between that and being a Jet Mechanic in the Navy playing down in Test Cell. Diggin your look into the music I grew up with. And your philosophy is spot on. "Just because your gonna define yourself poorly does not mean I have to join you".
I have to agree with what someone else said--the live versions of Baba O'Riley and Won't Get Fooled Again from Shepperton Studios 1978 shows the 4 original members of the group with the band at its peak! Amazing performances of both of those songs.
I saw the Who in 1976 and I remember the intro to this song went on for more than a minute building to a massive crescendo. It was the last US tour with Keith Moon on the drums before he died.
Hyde Park is in London, and every year they do a festival in summer called British Summer Time. I've been a few times, to see Eagles, Stevie Wonderr and Carole King. It's really well set up. This year, the headliners include Pink (with support act Gwen Stefani), Billy Joel, Bruce Springsteen, Guns n Roses and, yep, Blackpink.
I don’t know where to start. The Who, British Rock royalty from the 60s. Their music is iconic even today. Knighted Sir Roger Daltrey vocals are legendary with his golden blonde curls and crystal blue eyes. Pete Townsend on lead guitar is so special to rock legends. The circular guitar strum was copied by most. His songwriting was stellar. And how many guitars did he destroy? Countless. He would literally smash them to pieces. In videos from younger days you’ll see John Entwhistle on bass guitar and Keith Moon on drums. John named one of the top three bassists of all time. Keith died in 1978 of overdose. Considerable mental health issues and addiction lead this comical talented man to his own demise. For the following few years they struggled for the right drummer, finally settling on Ringo Starr’s (drummer for the Beatles) son, Zak Starkey. Their music is heard in many outlets. Their Super Bowl halftime was stunning. And all the CSI shows use their music for theme songs on the TV show intros. Keep going, their hits are endless.
The original version is what you want for a first listen but too late now
Big respect for these old men (were on US tour last year; followed them on the internet) and for your choice of video. This song is taken from the great rock album Who's Next 1971. You should watch the live TV version Shepperton 1978 with the "brother song" Won't Get Fool Again, then you will get an idea of what energy and passion means on stage.
As a ballad comes from the same album Behind Blue Eyes; maybe you know the Limp Bizkit cover from 2003, a worldwide hit.
If you want to "explore" the musical and lyrical meaning of The Who, start with the single My Generation 1965 (UK+AUS no.2; CAN no.3); a 14' version is featured on the fantastic album Live At Leeds 1970.
For me, The Who paved the way for hard and later punk rock and created two rock operas Tommy 1969 and Qadrophenia 1973.👍
Great reaction Britt! I saw the Who perform this song live in the 70s. It was an amazing concert.
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You haven't seen nothing yet!!!!!! She is the BEST!!!!!!! Welcome to the family!👍
This is them at 75 or 80 years old- imagine them in their prime!
Hyde Park is in Downtown London, very near Buckingham Palace. This is a pretty recent performance, without two original members of The WHO, that have passed away, Bassist John Entwistle and Drummer Keith Moon. But Singer Roger Daltry and Guitarist Pete Townsend still carry on very well. A little old to be yelling "Teenage Wasteland" though. Teenage Wasteland was Townsend's reaction to the Woodstock Festival, where The WHO was a headliner. I think the current Drummer is Zack Starkey, the son of Beatles Drummer Ringo Starr.
You need to see a live of this from the 70s...they had so much energy..and they were the loudest band around blowing roofs everywhere.
My favorite band! I've seen them 18 times in 9 cities! In the 70s, 80s & 90s.
Since 1996, the drummer for The Who has been Zak Starkey, the son of Beatles drummer Ringo Starr
I did not know that -- thanks!
Hyde Park is in London. I was a teenager when this song came out. I finally saw them live in 2019. It was worth the wait!
Hyde Park is a massive park in the middle of London (The Who are London “boys”). Roger’s voice here is not what it was when he was younger…
One of my favorite The Who. The drummer Keith Moon was a wildman him and Joe Walsh of James Gang also of The Eagles were friends. The stories Joe Walsh talks about Keith Moon is wild and normally involved destruction of hotel rooms.
Great reaction Britt! 😎 As awesome as this live version is, you should really check out the studio version from their 1971 album "Who's Next" (with original drummer Keith Moon and bassist John Entwistle), to experience the full sonic brilliance of this song! 🎧🔥 The entire album is great! Several of The Who's songs have been used as the themes for the various CSI TV shows! RIP to Keith & John.
A lot to unpack about that song as far as the lyrics go Baba what was I believe Pete Townshend‘s guru and O’Reilly refers to Terry O’Reilly who was an avant-garde composer at the time that did repetitive looping which indicates what happens at the beginning with that loop
The girl went to a concert and saw all the teenagers out there that’s where the lyric teenage wasteland comes from
It takes a harmonious soul to react so intuitively.
Brilliant!! The Who have always been an awesome band. The Who are an English rock band formed in London in 1964. Their core lineup consisted of lead vocalist Roger Daltrey, guitarist Pete Townshend, bassist John Entwistle and drummer Keith Moon. They are considered one of the most influential rock bands of the 20th century, and have sold over 100 million records worldwide. Their contributions to rock music include the development of the Marshall Stack, large PA systems, the use of the synthesizer, Entwistle and Moon's influential playing styles, Townshend's feedback and power chord guitar technique, and the development of the rock opera. They are cited as an influence by many hard rock, punk, power pop and mod bands, and their songs are still regularly played. The Who were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1990.
Britt, you rock like no other!! You need to do more of the official tracks of these songs, they are much better by design than the live stuff.
Great pick for a reaction. This was an anthem when I was in Middle School, also known as Junior High School. This is a legendary band who fill stadiums even now. I encourage you to listen to the studio recordings because they are so amazingly produced.
In the summer of 1989 I drove up from Connecticut to Glen Falls New York and I saw the Who in concert and it was amazing.
I saw them in 1983 at the L.A. Coliseum. Sold out of course and it was an awesome concert; they even sold the field (standing room only). Not a bad song in their entire repertoire.
Watch it when they were young. Also cool in the Playstation ad.
Thousand years could pass and The Who would still be at the top. Always delivers much love to you and The Who, Keep them coming Britt
Eloquent description of this song is what I feel everytime I hear fifty years I grew up with The Who and a huge difference we did not have the technology but our brains created our own visuals you have a beautiful voice and I wish you the best
So many great songs from The Who. CSI used one for their theme tune, 'Won't Get Fooled again' is a great one. Hyde Park is basically a huge park for dog walkers, joggers etc in central London.
These guys are still rocking out in there 70's. I grew up to this music. I'm 70 myself and this was my music in high school.
I saw them a couple of years ago, fhey still put on a great show, one of the greatest rock bands ever. Sometimes it's a harmonica and sometimes a violin.
First, lovin' the braids... WHO's NEXT and TOMMY were the first albums (yes,vinyl... 'cause that's what we had back in the day) I bought... These guys were thel God's of Rock in their day. I love that, even in their 70's, they get you to see it and feel it... And yes, this and Won't Get Fooled Again ARE STILL anthems that can rock stadiums... I love your reactions... Can't wait to see 💯 k.
You have to hear Won't get fooled again live like in the 70s.You will be amazed on all fronts.
And “Who Are You”
I agree and you can also hear Behind Blue Eyes.They have alot of great songd.I seen them 3 times and there were great shows
You are so very correct this was our anthym!!! The lead guitarist swinging his arm while playing it Pete Townsend and is a living legend as far as rock guitarists.
The two you heard singing are the only two of the original band who set out in 1964 . So 59 years " experience " in those voices. The others are long dead . The " windmill " was Peter Townsend's signature style.
I got to see the Who at their first farewell tour in 1982 with the Clash opening for them. Just recently I got to see Roger and Pete with the Who orchestral tour. Great shows and still loud. The violin solo playing the guitar solo part was amazing.
I'm sorry, I had to giggle over "first farewell tour". Haven't they done something like 15 tours since they "retired"? I saw them in '89 and '99. Great shows.
@@michlkwitz they did like 4 final “this is our last tour” tours. The 1982 tour shirts literally said “Farewell Tour” like it was the last time we would get to see them live. The Orchestra tour was awesome!
I was in the crowd for this. Absolutely amazing performance from start to finish.
great listen. three songs from the who were used as opening themes to csi and spinoffs csi ny and csi criminal intent "baba o riley" " who are you" "won't get fooled again"
The opening sounds and then the background sounds the entire song was done on a keyboard synthesizer I think is the word for the machine they used, I saw an interview with Roger he said he wanted to perform as long as he could, Roger and Pete are the last survivors we have the voice and the writer left and they now in the 80s and can't do much left but every now and then random shows pop up Rodger said in thst interview when they was in there 90s it w ont be pretty but it will sound beautiful
FYI - their drummer for years on tour, maybe still to today, is Ringo from the Beatles' son.
A friend was in line to buy Who tickets for a bunch of us in 1979.There were 2 people ahead of him when the show sold out. It was for the December show
in Cincinnati where 11 people died when they rushed the doors to the venue. I still wish he'd gotten the tickets though.
Love your reactions ! And appreciate that you do the live stuff. But these versions really ,really matter. Suggestion.... Quickly glance at what the other reactors are presenting and go with that one. As for the WHO , should have done the live stuff from shepperton studios 1978. Baba O'Riley and/or Won't get fooled again. You see the greatness in the little details ! : )) ✌️
The Who are one of the biggest British bands ever, that’s why the crowds going nuts. Hyde Park is a Royal London Park close to Buck Palace.
they are elderly gentlemen now, I think it would be worth your listening to the studio version from 50 years ago when they were in their prime, or at least a live concert video from back then. There are many available.
Pete Townsend is guitarist, principal songwriter, second vocalist, and one of the two survivors of the original group. Around 1970, he was a pioneer of synthesizers in rock music. This song "Baba O'Reilly" is named for Meher Baba, his spiritural guru, and Mr. O'Reilly, who taught him to program synthesizers. He has said that, when he is on his deathbed, he will ask his daughter to put on Baba O'Reilly so he can listen to the opening synthesizer part, and his last thoughts will be "Yeah -- I wrote _that_ once."
As everybody else has said you need to watch them in their prime. Playing A Quick One roll n roll circus 1968, Young Man Blues Isle of Wight Festival 1970 or Wont get fooled Again at Shepperton studios 1978.
Yes, i agree. This song is the most rock that rock song can get. Immediate headbanging.
Now you can look on your own a studio version. Just for comparison.
I was fortunate to see them perform 15 years ago. Keith Moon and John Entwistle were both gone at that point, but Roger Daltry and Pete Townshend were awesome, as was Zak Starkey (Ringo Starr's son) on drums.
You might also want to check out some of Pete Townshend s solo work. He is definitely a gifted musician.
Listen to the studio version when it first came out with their original drummer and original bassist who were without peer
The original wild bunch of rock. A wild story of band tensions and mad antics off stage which would surface on stage in the early days. But so talented. Great music from beginning to end. You'll enjoy exploring this rabbit hole. But do treat yourself to watching one or two videos of the band before they lost John and Keith. When they had the concert for 9/11 these boys owned the stage in the same way Queen did during Live Aid. Enjoy.
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Thank you for doing these reactions, you have no way of knowing that there is a much better version out there.
Yes, as has been mentioned, nice version by the elder version of the band, they could still bring it in their 70s. You really need to hear the original song from Who's Next and the live performance of this by the original band, when everyone was still alive in the 1970s and in their prime, you will notice the difference, believe me. Enjoy! 🎵🎸🎤🎹🎶
you should really listen to the "original" and Roger Daltrey younger voice
Britt, the original 1971 studio recording is the one to go with for this song. Or if you want to check out a live version, find one with the original line-up.
Pete Townsend the guitarist and writer is deaf from a performance miss adventure the drummer was one of the most notorious partiers im history and there was a stunt to explode the drums at the end of the song well the drummer doubled up the explosives and Pete was standing in front of the exploded and is almost entirely deaf now, and for a very long time the guinis book of records named the who as the loudest band based off of decibel volume
Oh, you've GOT to see Blue Man Group performing this, with Tracy Bonham on violin and vocals.
You are so young; these "gentlemen" are rock gods.
Love your hair style 👍🤗
Yeee it's a very different sound when they are so old. Still great but you should also listen to the studio or find a live when they are younger. The Who was a band who had some pretty epic live performances. Such energy such presence on the stage... when they were young
The Who is such a powerful band live, saw them 3 times...once with Moon on the "Who's Next" tour ! Pete Townshend is a special writer. Hyde Park is in England ! The arm in the guitar is Pete's famous windmill.
A funny thing....I worked in records years ago and people came in the store saying I want that Teenage Wasteland song. I would try to tell them that's not the title of song and they would battle me. So finally I told them it's Baba O'riley and if it's not the song bring it back for a refund. One last thing the drummer Zack is Ringo Starr's son.
The Who on the Smothers Brothers Show is a CLASSIC
There aren’t many who can stand up with The Who, Roger on vocals, Pete on guitar. Some folks who are younger might recognize this one from the theme song of CSI New York. The creator of CSI was a fan of the Who. CSI Vegas use Who Are You, and CSI Miami used Won’t Get Fooled Again.
Hyde Park is in London, England and has been the venue for many amazing concerts over the years...
I agree with others who have commented about listening to earlier versions of "Baba O'Riley" with all the members of The Who.
In 2008, The Who became Kennedy Center Honorees and this is the tribute concert from that occasion (including "Baba O'Riley"):
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The Who is definitely the name of the group. Singer Roger Daltrey and guitarist Pete Townsend have been rocking the band since 1965! I would suggest you try the Shepperton Studios' version of "Won't Get Fooled Again." You should see the original foursome in their heyday 👍😉.
You should check out "Love Reign O'er Me" off the Quadrophenia album, it's an amazing testament to Daultry's vocal abilities!
Hyde Park is smack bang in the middle of little old London!!!!
The Who are so hard to pigeon hole....definitely a rock band.....but so much more than that. Legends.
Another cool reaction 👏🤟
Nice job young lady, The Marshall Tucker Band- Can't You See- 9/10/1973- Grand Opera House (official) is very good, love the flute
Hyde Park is a big park in London England. It hosts big name MusicFestivals every Summer.
Yes huge anthem. Check out the studio version from the album Who's Next.
The Who often had extended instrumental intros. Watch them when they are younger.
Great reaction, thanks! 😊👍✌️
Hey Britt, great song, great reaction. Keep going down this rabbit hole. But, if you're brave enough to be blown away, you must you must react to a iconic song performed by 4 iconic artists.
The song is "While my guitar gently weeps"
Steve Winwood, Jeff Lynn, Tom Petty, and YES!! ON LEAD GUITAR, PRINCE!
The live version from 1978 is amazing.
There's a reason this band is in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame! One of THE quintessential rock bands in history!
You're undoubtedly going to be requested to react to We Won't Get Fooled Again. If you catch on to the lyrics, know that as a British band from the 60's, they were there at the time the Irish Republican Army (the IRA) was embroiled is a civil war with the Irish government.....which was a major influence behind a lot of politically themed British music of the time.
So ever gratful I saw them live
Roger may play the harmonica in this performance. But the original recording uses a violin for that part. Which says a lot about Roger's mouth harp skills.
Oh man, you really have to react to them in their heyday, either audio cut or they have some good live performances, including one of this same song. This is them as old men, lol. It's not the same at all. I mean they're still good, don't get me wrong, but you're not really seeing why The Who got so popular and beloved.
You will enjoy with "a quick one miles he's away" live by the who.
Hyde Park is in London - a large park that gets turned into an arena for a few weekends over the Summer. I got to see Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers there - RIP Tom. & Greenday with an impressive support line-up. The Jewel in the Crown was definitely The Who. Pete Townshend walked out onto the stage, stepped up to the mic & said "Some of you are a very long way away." he then settled his Fender Guitar into a more comfortable position & added "But we will f*cking reach you." Cue two hours of magic that at times had this rufty-tufty old biker leaking from the eyes a bit. I cannot recommend The Who strongly enough - more British than a Bulldog eating a Frenchman whilst wearing a Union Flag Waistcoat.
The Who did a concert in Detroit in the early 80’s. I wish I had the coin to go
I'll echo everyone else. "This sounds like it WAS an anthem." Yes it was, that's why you need to start with the orginal.
I seen the do this in 1971 with Wishbone Ash as opener. Only $2.00 a ticket for lawn sats, they expected 5,000 but 38,000 of us showed up. This is sad to watch, watch their 70's live version with the whole band. Jim
This live version is fine, but you've really got to check out some of the studio recordings from when Roger daltrey was in his prime. One of the best rock vocalists ever easily top five.
If I could be this cool in my 70's, I'd be willing to fast-forward the years. BTW, "...teenage wasteland" refers to Woodstock, and the crowd that was wasted on drugs
U gotta rock to this you're not human if you don't
Glorious Who!!
AKA Teenage Wasteland.
Great reaction to an iconic song by an iconic band.
Blue Man Group did a performance of this on stage several years ago that you might want to check out. Keep up the good work!
And I like your moves and vocals,, Britt :)
The whole "Who's Next" album is AMAZING.
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Recommend you take a look (on youtube) at their promo video of Who Are You to see them with their original lineup including the late great John Entwistle and Keith Moon aka Moon the Loon.
Any Who reactions really should be done with Keith Moon and John Entwistle. (pre 1978) They were two of the most gifted musicians (drums & bass) in all of rock!
The Who spoke to a generation!
They carried our ideals.
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"We won't get fooled again!"