The Who Listen to the Who’s Psychedelic Pop Masterpiece, “Dogs” A champion of psychedelia, the group’s June 1968 single was a dog on the charts “When I Hear This Track, I Hear Rockfield”: Listen to Andy Fairweather Low’s Vibey New Release, "Somebody Wants My Soul" This brand-new track appears ahead of the legendary guitarist’s forthcoming album, ‘Flang Dang’ Here’s Why Leslie West is a Guitar Legend Like No Other With fans that ranged from Pete Townshend to Eddie Van Halen and Yngwie Malmsteen, the Mountain guitarist inspired players across the genres. Grid List Latest The Who Jam-Jazz Cat Scott Metzger Steps Out With New Album ‘Too Close To Reason’ Armed With a Vintage Martin By Jimmy Leslie published 22 April 22 This intimate solo debut highlights the unique charms of a 1955 Martin 000-18. Rickenbacker Boss John Hall Endorses “Definitive” New Book at London Launch By Rod Brakes published 30 March 22 The Californian electric guitar innovator’s conclusive history is finally revealed in ‘Rickenbacker Guitars: Out of the Frying Pan Into the Fireglo.’ The Who Announce 2022 North American Tour By Jackson Maxwell published 7 February 22 The legendary rockers will criss-cross the continent from late April through late May, then again from early October through early November. Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Albums and Artists that Made 1971 Guitar’s Greatest Year By Vinnie DeMasi last updated 22 December 21 The spirit of ’71 is well and truly alive in this historical lesson. Watch The Who’s Earliest Known “My Generation” Performance Film By Rod Brakes published 3 December 21 Video This 1965 clip shows the fledgling rock stars causing a big s-s-sensation. Video Ethan Russell Unzips the Story Behind His Infamous 'Who’s Next' Cover Photo By Christopher Scapelliti published 5 November 21 How a slag heap on the heartland of England's heavy industry framed one of the most iconic shots in rock history. How a 1959 Gretsch 6120 Became Pete Townshend’s Steady By Christopher Scapelliti published 29 October 21 A gift from Joe Walsh, the 6120 is described by the Who guitarist as the best guitar he has ever owned. Pete Townshend on the Genesis of His Pop-Art Masterpiece, 'The Who Sell Out' By Richard Bienstock published 19 October 21 How an accidental concept album captured the pop culture zeitgeist and found a band stretching their wings creatively. How Pete Townshend Turned the Trauma of His Aborted Sci-fi Rock Opera into the Triumph of 'Who's Next' By Christopher Scapelliti published 6 October 21 In 1971, the Who guitarist was taken to the brink trying to follow the success of 'Tommy.' He came out the other end with a masterpiece. Watch Pete Townshend’s Iconic “Won’t Get Fooled Again” Performance at Shepperton Studios By Rod Brakes published 1 September 21 Video This explosive gig was to be Keith Moon’s final appearance with The Who. Video 12 Get The Pick Newsletter All the latest guitar news, interviews, lessons, reviews, deals and more, direct to your inbox! Name: Your Email Address : Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors Thank you for signing up to GuitarPlayer. You will receive a verification email shortly. There was a problem. Please refresh the page and try again. MOST READ1“On Paper, the Song Shouldn’t Have Worked at All”: How Randy Bachman Wrote His Favorite Guess Who Track, “Undun”2The Memorial Day Sales Have Landed, With Giant Savings Up To 40% For Guitar Players3Kiss My Strings JAM Offset and Telecaster Bridges Review4Vertex Effects Boost MK II + Volume/Expression Insert Review5“I See It as a Bridge Between My Solo Music and Toto Music”: Check out Steve Lukather’s New “Someone” Visualizer From His Forthcoming Album, ‘Bridges’
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Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Albums and Artists that Made 1971 Guitar’s Greatest Year By Vinnie DeMasi last updated 22 December 21 The spirit of ’71 is well and truly alive in this historical lesson.
Watch The Who’s Earliest Known “My Generation” Performance Film By Rod Brakes published 3 December 21 Video This 1965 clip shows the fledgling rock stars causing a big s-s-sensation.
Ethan Russell Unzips the Story Behind His Infamous 'Who’s Next' Cover Photo By Christopher Scapelliti published 5 November 21 How a slag heap on the heartland of England's heavy industry framed one of the most iconic shots in rock history.
How a 1959 Gretsch 6120 Became Pete Townshend’s Steady By Christopher Scapelliti published 29 October 21 A gift from Joe Walsh, the 6120 is described by the Who guitarist as the best guitar he has ever owned.
Pete Townshend on the Genesis of His Pop-Art Masterpiece, 'The Who Sell Out' By Richard Bienstock published 19 October 21 How an accidental concept album captured the pop culture zeitgeist and found a band stretching their wings creatively.
How Pete Townshend Turned the Trauma of His Aborted Sci-fi Rock Opera into the Triumph of 'Who's Next' By Christopher Scapelliti published 6 October 21 In 1971, the Who guitarist was taken to the brink trying to follow the success of 'Tommy.' He came out the other end with a masterpiece.
Watch Pete Townshend’s Iconic “Won’t Get Fooled Again” Performance at Shepperton Studios By Rod Brakes published 1 September 21 Video This explosive gig was to be Keith Moon’s final appearance with The Who.
