The Who

Well, what can you say about a group that are only 50% of the original line up who still manage to rock a joint even after 40 years? They were FANTASTIC! A surprise warm up performance from Noel Gallagher ( incidentally, the only acoustic performance of the night.) doing a couple of High Flying Birds numbers and then teasing the audience with fake intros to Wonderwall and segueing into another track, finishing up with a rousing Don't Look Back In Anger.
Then it was time for the big boys. Pete made a polite mea culpa explaining that there just really wasn't time to get the acoustic show to a level or loud enough to rock this gaff "So I bought this old red thing with me!"
Well, with that he transformed into a teenager and rocked the gaff!
Roger was rejuvenated as well, demolishing tambourines and testing the cable of his microphone to the limit hurling his mike around. His voice still with that brilliant growl pulling the tableau that is Tommy together. Simon, Pete's brother and Zack Starkey played their parts admirably supplying character voices and playing guitar and drums like they had always been band members.
There's only so many tracks on the Tommy album but there was no way that they were going to end the night there and went into what can only be described as a brilliant rendition of all the intros to every CSI detective show climaxing with "We Won't Get Fooled Again".
There is only one person who could finish a gig that good with by introducing the whole band with the phrase "You were all crap!" and that's Pete. Did they fall below his exacting standards? We'll never know, but in my opinion they were brilliant and roll on Saturday for round two! A great gig for an even greater charity - Teenage Cancer Trust and all that they help as Roger finishes every gig BE LUCKY!

The Who at Manchester Arena 5 April 2017
Support: The Standard Lamps.

What. A. Night. Totally fantastic - actually, words really don't have any meaning - especially when it comes to "Love Reign O'er Me". Roger has said that he's started to sing songs as if it's the last time he will ever sing them, and it shows. John Correy seems to have a similar attitude to playing the keyboard introduction. It was pure magic.

The Who really were wonderful. I really hope I DO see them again - I need another fix - but if it never happens again (gawd forbid) I will forever treasure tonight. Yes, the sound was a bit 'muddy' but that's stadia for you. It was a shame because I didn't catch much of the banter. The guys are obviously enjoying themselves...

They did quite a chunk of "Tommy", including "Christmas" and "The Acid Queen", which was a rare treat.

The energy was definitely up and the crowd, although not completely full, was big.

If you do get the chance, go. Don't let anyone tell you they're "past it". Roger and Pete may be in their 70s, but they rock as hard as guys half that.

Even at about 70 years old, The Who put on a tremendous show. The energy in the place was absolutely electric. From the first Pete Townshend "Windmill" (Which he did over 80 of throughout the show) all the way to the final note from Daltrey (which, for us, was "The Scream" from Won't Get Fooled Again... Which he NAILED!!!) you couldn't have gotten more excitement out of the place. Sure, Daltrey can't hit every note like he used to, but his passion is still as strong as ever and he gives it everything he has, as does Pete.

Overall, it was the best concert I've ever attended, and I've attended quite a few. I've never seen The Who before, but watched concert footage from them in the 70's and this was not a disappointment... in fact, it may have been even better than when they visited Houston in 1975 when I compare it to the footage on YouTube.

I'd highly recommend this concert to anyone who enjoys good Rock & Roll or has even heard of The Who, as you'll be like me and think afterwards, "Wow, I only had to pay that much to see that good of a show?! Totally worth it!"

The Who in San Diego was fantastic as anywhere. I sat in the ninth row and we had waited for this concert eight months from a cancellation. Even the first back u I sat in the ninth row and we had waited for this concert eight months from a cancellation. Even the backup group was great. They played all their classics as usual.only thing I was surprised that they didn't come back and at least play one song at an encore. It might be because Roger is taking extreme caution with this Maurice not doing more than eight. And I don't blame only thing I was surprised that they didn't come back and at least play one song at an encore. It might be because Roger is taking extreme caution with his throat and allergies and not doing more than he has too . And I don't blame her him.Petes son is also playing guitar with them

I've seen The 'OO in 79, 80, 82, 94, 95, 07, 12, 13.

As they plan their 50th anniversary tour for spring of 2015, I recommend anyone who loves classic rock to see them. They still had their original energy of the 70's when I saw them last tour.

Often they will pull out more obscure songs for the hardcore fans but you can expect amazing renditions of family radio hits. As rock royalty goes, they have suitably expanded the musician on stage so they musically success playing a full sounds only doable in the studio 40 plus years back.

Despite Roger and Pete being the only surviving of the four, they find that perfect middle path between now and then.

The Quadrophinea tours of 1994/95 and 2011/12 were by far my favorites.

Had a brilliant time, however, I will say despite the atmosphere, the acoustics (mainly referring to new orchestra which was beautiful) were far too loud and overpowered the amazing vocals of The Who to the point we were lip reading and singing our much beloved songs. This, I presume, will be rectified as was an error and again, still fabulous atmosphere. Also, we were sat far from stage and camera work for projector screens....must do better. Roger was swinging his mic on stage whilst we're watching bottom of drums/member of orchestra reading music notes. All in all, amazing but that's because it was The Who, if they make minor changes in sound levels going forward it will be best ever concert guaranteed!

I almost didn't get into the show. After we went through security and they were ready to scan our tickets, I didn't have mine. I panicked first. I walked out of security where we were in line and there was my ticket on the floor being walked on. This was the most amazing Who concert I've seen. Roger Daltrey hasn't aged one year. His voice is stronger than ever before. I got the chills listening to him. Pete has slowed down but still a great singer and showman. They played so many of their classics. Also they were so personable with the audience. Like any concert this was much to short. The Who lives on and I hope they come back to Minneapolis real soon.

This was the fiftieth anniversary tour of The Who. I was lucky enough to have seen them 50 years ago as a wide eyed lad of 10 when they were the opening group for The Hermans Hermits.
I have seen them a good half dozen times since over the years.
Truthfully, one can never tire watching Pete Townsend. He still is amazing!
There were a number of jokes by Townsend about getting old, and while he isn't jumping in the air, he is still doing guitar windmills and playing amazingly.
It is truly special seeing them everytime.
If you are lucky enough to be able to get seats, then I advise you not to miss the opportunity.
Talking bout my generation.

The who rocked Honda Center on May 22. I had seen The Who twice before. Once at the Los Angeles Coliseum over 30 years ago and the recent Quadraphenia Tour in Las Vegas. They had more energy on stage and look like they were having the most fun ever. They played all their great hits spanning the 50 years of rocking the world !!!!! I had the privilege of seeing them three times in my lifetime. I would highly recommend anyone getting a chance to see them one last time to do so . You will not be disappointed. Long Live Rock and Roll !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

It just does not get any better. The Best. Hope they keep going. We will travel to see these great artists again and again. The best group on the planet as far as I'm concerned. Second to none. After adding Zac and Simon, they have not missed a beat. Saw them in AC with Zac's God-Father in the late 70's. Will continue to support them and Teen Cancer for Life. New Album will be incredible. Will try to see them again on their incredible tour and journey.

Bruce S

Hollywood Florida 33021