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The Who
Posted: Fri Mar 13, 2020 9:58 am
by Funkydrummer
Re: The Who
Posted: Fri Mar 13, 2020 10:12 am
by Devils_Advocate
To be fair they've been telling everyone else across the word what they should or shouldn't do these last few weeks
Re: The Who
Posted: Fri Mar 13, 2020 10:28 am
by Steve1956
Going to see them in Glasgow 23rd March its my birthday a treat from the wife,are the other gigs going ahead?
Re: The Who
Posted: Fri Mar 13, 2020 10:31 am
by Funkydrummer
Steve1956 wrote: ↑Fri Mar 13, 2020 10:28 am
Going to see them in Glasgow 23rd March its my birthday a treat from the wife,are the other gigs going ahead?
Sorry pal, the whole tour postponed !!
https://www.thewho.com/the-who-postpone ... ent-133170
Re: The Who
Posted: Fri Mar 13, 2020 10:33 am
by Steve1956
Yea just seen it...what a blow was looking forward to it
Re: The Who
Posted: Fri Mar 13, 2020 10:35 am
by Steve1956
Maybe its for the best eh?
Re: The Who
Posted: Fri Mar 13, 2020 10:44 am
by TheFamilyCat
Steve1956 wrote: ↑Fri Mar 13, 2020 10:35 am
Maybe its for the best eh?
Yes, they're definitely in the vulnerable age group.
Re: The Who
Posted: Fri Mar 13, 2020 10:53 am
by Steve1956
TheFamilyCat wrote: ↑Fri Mar 13, 2020 10:44 am
Yes, they're definitely in the vulnerable age group.
Cruel!!! But funny
Re: The Who
Posted: Fri Mar 13, 2020 11:54 am
by bobinho
I’m off to SLF today for SLF tomorrow in Brum.
We will see.... it’ll be beer, punk and curry or it’ll be beer and curry.
Win win.
Re: The Who
Posted: Fri Mar 13, 2020 12:20 pm
by Funkydrummer
Thing is, I was at The Palace Theatre M/c last night for Elvis Costello and it went ahead.
Similar age group for both artist(s) and audience alike as it would be for The Who.
Re: The Who
Posted: Fri Mar 13, 2020 12:26 pm
by Im_not_Robbie_Blake
SUBSTITUTE the tour dates for alternatives.
Over to you....
Re: The Who
Posted: Fri Mar 13, 2020 12:36 pm
by bobinho
I’m not sure that’s a genuine cancellation. I said after the last time they tried that I won’t get fooled again....
Re: The Who
Posted: Fri Mar 13, 2020 12:37 pm
by Funkydrummer
I'll be on that Magic Bus, no worries.
Re: The Who
Posted: Fri Mar 13, 2020 12:37 pm
by Funkydrummer
I can't explain what all the fuss is about.
Re: The Who
Posted: Fri Mar 13, 2020 12:41 pm
by 2 Bee Holed
Steve1956 wrote: ↑Fri Mar 13, 2020 10:28 am
Going to see them in Glasgow 23rd March its my birthday a treat from the wife,are the other gigs going ahead?
I thought yesterday afternoon Nicola Sturgeon had announced that Scotland would not be allowing
indoor events bigger than 100 people, and outdoor above 500 people to go ahead as from next Monday?
So in effect your Glasgow gig was cancelled yesterday.
Re: The Who
Posted: Fri Mar 13, 2020 12:44 pm
by Billy Balfour
Pete Townshend was asked why they hadn't cancelled earlier and he said; "I can't Explain. I've been out of my Brain on the 5.15'. Also, My Generation are at risk, but The Kids are Alright, I think".
Re: The Who
Posted: Fri Mar 13, 2020 1:23 pm
by houseboy
Weird coincidence that we have a thread on The Who - I've been listening a lot over the last few days to the magnificent Quadrophenia. Still one of the most musically exciting albums ever. Second only in their catalogue to Who's Next (in my opinion). Can't quite get with seeing them now though, they were all about energy and raw power live (saw them back in the 70s before Moon died - what an experience), and it would be such an anti-climax I think. Sad but true I believe. Also Daltrey's amazing voice, so full of passion and energy, is not the same as it was then (obviously). I really wouldn't know what to expect.
Daltrey has put in some amazing vocal performances over the years (his scream at the end of Won't Get Fooled Again is blood curdling) but I don't think overall he has bettered his vocals on Love Reign O'er Me from Quadrophenia - stunning.
Re: The Who
Posted: Fri Mar 13, 2020 1:47 pm
by tally
According to Dr Jimmy, you better you bet your life on this virus, anyone can see for miles that there was no other way to relay it to the Who fans.
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Re: The Who
Posted: Fri Mar 13, 2020 4:05 pm
by Steve1956
2 Bee Holed wrote: ↑Fri Mar 13, 2020 12:41 pm
I thought yesterday afternoon Nicola Sturgeon had announced that Scotland would not be allowing
indoor events bigger than 100 people, and outdoor above 500 people to go ahead as from next Monday?
So in effect your Glasgow gig was cancelled yesterday.
Didnt see it buddy....sturgeon comes on the tele and the wife switches it off...funny enough most Jocks dislike Nicola
Re: The Who
Posted: Fri Mar 13, 2020 4:07 pm
by Steve1956
houseboy wrote: ↑Fri Mar 13, 2020 1:23 pm
Weird coincidence that we have a thread on The Who - I've been listening a lot over the last few days to the magnificent Quadrophenia. Still one of the most musically exciting albums ever. Second only in their catalogue to Who's Next (in my opinion). Can't quite get with seeing them now though, they were all about energy and raw power live (saw them back in the 70s before Moon died - what an experience), and it would be such an anti-climax I think. Sad but true I believe. Also Daltrey's amazing voice, so full of passion and energy, is not the same as it was then (obviously). I really wouldn't know what to expect.
Daltrey has put in some amazing vocal performances over the years (his scream at the end of Won't Get Fooled Again is blood curdling) but I don't think overall he has bettered his vocals on Love Reign O'er Me from Quadrophenia - stunning.
Nothing by The Who comes close to "Who's Next"
Re: The Who
Posted: Fri Mar 13, 2020 4:21 pm
by houseboy
Steve1956 wrote: ↑Fri Mar 13, 2020 4:07 pm
Nothing by The Who comes close to "Who's Next"
Quadrophenia is a great album but yes, Who's Next is stunning. Daltrey's voice sounds almost beautiful on Song is Over. When I was in the band years ago we covered Won't Get Fooled Again and it is far more complex than it seems. Just a great album from start to finish and one of my 'desert island discs'.
Re: The Who
Posted: Fri Mar 13, 2020 5:13 pm
by Steve1956
houseboy wrote: ↑Fri Mar 13, 2020 4:21 pm
Quadrophenia is a great album but yes, Who's Next is stunning. Daltrey's voice sounds almost beautiful on Song is Over. When I was in the band years ago we covered Won't Get Fooled Again and it is far more complex than it seems. Just a great album from start to finish and one of my 'desert island discs'.
Baba O'Riley...a masterpiece Ian.
Re: The Who
Posted: Fri Mar 13, 2020 7:35 pm
by Volvoclaret
Through out this crises should our leader be known as Boris the Spider
Re: The Who
Posted: Fri Mar 13, 2020 8:23 pm
by ralphdpomeroy
What are the government going to do Boris ?
'Got a feeling inside can't explain ....
Dizzy in the head and I'm feeling blue '
Re: The Who
Posted: Fri Mar 13, 2020 8:40 pm
by timshorts
Some kid (who must be in his 40's now) that I used to clean tesco with had met Roger Daltrey while he was doing a project for cse. He wrote asking if he could meet him to interview him, as he didn't live too far away.
Daltrey invited him up to his place and spent the day with him showing him his recording studio letting him have a go with the kit and all sorts.
Apparently, he was really genuine and did his best to help the kid get a high grade.
Re: The Who
Posted: Fri Mar 13, 2020 9:13 pm
by Darnhill Claret
Meaty, Beaty, Big and Bouncy. Only Who album I had, so can’t compare to Who’s Next.
Re: The Who
Posted: Fri Mar 13, 2020 9:50 pm
by J50
Not quite the 'whole tour postponed'... saw them in Kingston just a couple of weeks ago at their smallest gig for 40 years
Re: The Who
Posted: Fri Mar 13, 2020 9:51 pm
by IanMcL
Steve1956 wrote: ↑Fri Mar 13, 2020 10:28 am
Going to see them in Glasgow 23rd March its my birthday a treat from the wife,are the other gigs going ahead?
No gathering over 500 in Scotland.
Football should be fine.
Re: The Who
Posted: Mon Mar 16, 2020 9:24 am
by houseboy
Steve1956 wrote: ↑Fri Mar 13, 2020 5:13 pm
Baba O'Riley...a masterpiece Ian.
Absolutely brilliant mate. Moon did the production on the violin at the end apparently as well.
Out here in the fields
I work for my meals
I get my back into my living
I don't need to fight
To prove I'm right
I don't need to be forgiven.
Re: The Who
Posted: Mon Mar 16, 2020 10:57 am
by claretblue
ralphdpomeroy wrote: ↑Fri Mar 13, 2020 8:23 pm
'Got a feeling inside can't explain ....
Dizzy in the head and I'm feeling blue '
you’ll be hearing from my solicitor ralph!
Re: The Who
Posted: Mon Mar 16, 2020 11:05 am
by ralphdpomeroy
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Re: The Who
Posted: Tue Mar 17, 2020 12:36 pm
by bob-the-scutter
Well I hope this blows over in the summer, we have tickets for Steve Hackett in November and Genesis in December.
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