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The Who - Greatest Hits Live Broadcast Collection [CD]

The Who - Greatest Hits Live Broadcast Collection [CD]

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Iconic is a word used lightly in modern times. The Who are the real deal. They are one of rock's greatest live bands, known for their explosive energy, theatrical performances, and sheer musical force. From their early London mod days to their stadium-filling heights, their concerts have always been a raw, commanding spectacle.

What makes The Who transcendental live is their unmatched energy, stage presence, and sheer unpredictability. Pete Townshend commands attention with his windmill guitar strumming and guitar-smashing theatrics, a signature of the band's defiant spirit. At centre stage, Roger Daltrey delivers soaring vocals while effortlessly whipping his microphone through the air. Behind the kit, Keith Moon, the "loon" of the drums, plays with wild, unrestrained intensity, driving the chaos with relentless force. Holding everything together is John Entwistle, the "quiet one," whose intricate yet thunderous basslines ground the band's sonic onslaught.

Their live sound is a wall of power, setting new standards for rock concerts. Anthems like "Pinball Wizard", "My Generation", and "Won't Get Fooled Again" don't just play--they explode with intensity. Live Icons brings you legendary radio performances that capture the untamed brilliance of The Who at their peak.

Recordings taken from:

Woodstock Music and Art Fair, Max Yasgur's Farm, Bethel, NY August 17th 1969 (WNEW-FM)
Concertgebouw, Amsterdam, Netherlands September 29th 1969 (AVRO FM)
Tanglewood Music Centre, Lenox, MA July 7th 1970 (WBCN-FM)
Philadelphia, Spectrum, PA December 4th 1973 (King Biscuit Flower Hour)
Capital Center, Landover, MD December 6th 1973 (King Biscuit Flower Hour)

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Iconic is a word used lightly in modern times. The Who are the real deal. They are one of rock's greatest live bands, known for their explosive energy, theatrical performances, and sheer musical force. From their early London mod days to their stadium-filling heights, their concerts have always been a raw, commanding spectacle.

What makes The Who transcendental live is their unmatched energy, stage presence, and sheer unpredictability. Pete Townshend commands attention with his windmill guitar strumming and guitar-smashing theatrics, a signature of the band's defiant spirit. At centre stage, Roger Daltrey delivers soaring vocals while effortlessly whipping his microphone through the air. Behind the kit, Keith Moon, the "loon" of the drums, plays with wild, unrestrained intensity, driving the chaos with relentless force. Holding everything together is John Entwistle, the "quiet one," whose intricate yet thunderous basslines ground the band's sonic onslaught.

Their live sound is a wall of power, setting new standards for rock concerts. Anthems like "Pinball Wizard", "My Generation", and "Won't Get Fooled Again" don't just play--they explode with intensity. Live Icons brings you legendary radio performances that capture the untamed brilliance of The Who at their peak.

Recordings taken from:

Woodstock Music and Art Fair, Max Yasgur's Farm, Bethel, NY August 17th 1969 (WNEW-FM)Concertgebouw, Amsterdam, Netherlands September 29th 1969 (AVRO FM)Tanglewood Music Centre, Lenox, MA July 7th 1970 (WBCN-FM)Philadelphia, Spectrum, PA December 4th 1973 (King Biscuit Flower Hour)Capital Center, Landover, MD December 6th 1973 (King Biscuit Flower Hour)

Track Listing

Won't Get Fooled Again

Sparks

My Generation

05:15

A Quick One While He's Away

The Acid Queen

I Can't Explain

I'm A Boy

Substitute

Heaven & Hell

Pinball Wizard

Young Man Blues

The Real Me

Summertime Blues

I'm The One

See Me Feel Me/Listening To You

Tattoo

Overture

I'm Free

Shakin' All Over

My Wife

Naked Eye

Happy Jack

Eyesight To The Blind

Details
  • Genre: Rock
  • Product Type: AUDIO CD
  • Barcode: 3755571401332
  • Release Date: April 18, 2025
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