Rock legends, The Who, persist through tech troubles as their farewell tour goes on.
Last week, rock legends The Who graced the stage of Chicago's United Center as part of their current farewell tour, "The Song Is Over". The band, known for their explosive live performances, did not disappoint, delivering a raucous set that spanned their illustrious career.
During the performance, Katie Jacoby provided live violin accompaniment for "Baba O'Riley", while Pete Townshend paid homage to the past by playing "My Generation" in the key they used to play it in 1968. The band also offered a raucous take on "Eminence Front" and sought to close the show with an acoustic take on "Tea & Theatre".
However, the concert was not without its hiccups. Technical issues affected Pete Townshend's guitar and microphone, causing some momentary disruptions. But, as always, The Who's resilience shone through, with Townshend humorously asking the audience if they wanted their money back.
Townshend and Roger Daltrey, both 80 and 81 years old respectively, showed no signs of slowing down, delivering high-energy performances that left the audience in awe. In true The Who fashion, they made humorous comments throughout the show, joking about breaking guitars and refunds.
The performance in Chicago took place 47 years to the day of Keith Moon's death on September 7, 1978. The band's history with the city runs deep, with The Who's performance at the Kinetic Playground in 1969 opening for the Buddy Rich Group. Keith Moon reportedly had a memorable conversation with Buddy Rich after the show.
Townshend and Daltrey hinted that they may appear in Chicago again, but not as The Who. This suggests that, while this may be the end of The Who's touring days, it might not be the end of their musical journey altogether.
Since forming in 1964, The Who have sold more than 100 million records globally. Their current North American tour resumes tomorrow night in Los Angeles and ends on September 28, 2025, at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. Fans are encouraged to catch this iconic band while they still can, as this may truly be the end of an era.
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