November 11th 2024.
Roger Daltrey, the iconic frontman of the legendary band The Who, has exciting news for fans in the UK. He has just announced his upcoming solo tour, called Alive and Kicking... And Having Fun, which will take place next year.
The 80-year-old rocker will be performing in a series of intimate shows, accompanied by a nine-piece band. His setlist will include classic hits from The Who such as My Generation, Won't Get Fooled Again, and Substitute, as well as some of his own solo hits. Fans will also have the opportunity to participate in Q&A sessions with Roger, making the evening even more special.
Joining Roger on stage will be his longtime collaborator Simon Townshend on guitar and vocals. The tour will kick off on Sunday April 20th and will make stops in cities such as Brighton, London, Southend-on-Sea, Wolverhampton, Dundee, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Gateshead, and Manchester. Tickets will go on sale this Friday, November 15th.
In a statement, Roger expressed his excitement about hitting the road once again: "Here we go again! After touring the US with this band of phenomenal musicians, I can’t wait to get back on the road in the UK with these shows. It’s a joy to be on stage performing – up close and personal for the audience, chatting with them and playing familiar songs in an unfamiliar way."
The announcement of Roger's solo tour comes after Pete Townshend, the other half of The Who, revealed that the band would be making a comeback next year. The group, which also included John Entwistle and Keith Moon, first rose to fame in the 60s and became one of the most iconic bands in rock and roll history.
In a recent interview, Pete shared that he and Roger are still close and enjoy working together. "We love each other," he said. "We're both getting a bit creaky, but we will definitely do something next year." He also mentioned the possibility of recording a new album, but noted that Roger is not too keen on the idea.
Despite previous talks of retirement, it seems that both Roger and Pete are still going strong and eager to make more music. In fact, Roger told The Times earlier this year that he was "on his way out" and needed to be realistic, but now it seems he has no plans of stopping anytime soon.
The band has faced tragedy with the loss of two of its founding members, John Entwistle and Keith Moon. But Pete and Roger, the remaining members, have continued to carry on their legacy. In an interview last year, Pete said they were considering ways to end The Who, but for now, they are focused on making music and enjoying their time together.
Fans of The Who and Roger Daltrey have a lot to look forward to in the coming year. It's clear that these rock legends still have plenty of energy and passion for their craft, and fans can't wait to see what they have in store.
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