The Who 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. Jam-Jazz Cat Scott Metzger Steps Out With New Album ‘Too Close To Reason’ Armed With a Vintage Martin 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 The Californian electric guitar innovator’s conclusive history is finally revealed in ‘Rickenbacker Guitars: Out of the Frying Pan Into the Fireglo.’ Grid List Latest The Who 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 published 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 Pete Townshend: "I Guess You Can Say I Invented the Guitar Tech" By Jackson Maxwell published 10 May 21 "Listen, the guitar tech is supposed to tune the f*cking guitars, not just put strings on them, man," Townshend said he would remind his longtime tech, Alan Rogan, early in their relationship. Pete Townshend Discusses His Love of SGs, Joe Walsh-Gifted Gretsch and Approach to Lead Playing in 1972 GP Interview By Michael Brooks published 19 May 20 Townshend also discusses the then-new 'Who's Next' album in this classic interview. 12 The Pick Newsletter Get the latest news, reviews and product advice straight to your inbox. 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 The Pick. You will receive a verification email shortly. There was a problem. Please refresh the page and try again. MOST READ1"A Lot of Times I’ll Write a Song Instead of Going to a Therapist. It’s Cheaper – and More Efficient": Joe Ely on the Five Songs That Have Defined His Career 2“I’m Always Striving for the Ideal Vision”: KittycasterFX Stompbox Guru Howard Gee Talks Inspiration3Ten Great Robert Fripp Quotes4Kramer Announces New Striker Collection as “Speed Demons With Looks That Kill”5IK Multimedia Announces AmpliTube TONEX – the Latest in Ultra-Realistic Rig Modeling
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 published 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.
Pete Townshend: "I Guess You Can Say I Invented the Guitar Tech" By Jackson Maxwell published 10 May 21 "Listen, the guitar tech is supposed to tune the f*cking guitars, not just put strings on them, man," Townshend said he would remind his longtime tech, Alan Rogan, early in their relationship.
Pete Townshend Discusses His Love of SGs, Joe Walsh-Gifted Gretsch and Approach to Lead Playing in 1972 GP Interview By Michael Brooks published 19 May 20 Townshend also discusses the then-new 'Who's Next' album in this classic interview.
