October 29th 2024.
The iconic band The Who has promised to make a comeback tour next year, with lead guitarist Pete Townshend declaring that they will "definitely" be back for more, even though they may be getting "a bit creaky." Last year, The Who wowed fans with a UK tour accompanied by a full orchestra, but this was not meant to be their farewell performance. The group, consisting of Pete, Roger Daltrey, John Entwistle, and Keith Moon, rose to fame in the 1960s with hits like My Generation and Substitute.
During a lunch meeting with Roger, Pete shared that they love each other and will definitely do something next year, despite their age. The 79-year-old legendary guitarist also expressed his desire to make new music, but 80-year-old Roger seemed less convinced. "Roger's not keen on making another album, but I would love to and may try to bully him into it," Pete joked in an interview with The Standard. He also mentioned their eagerness to make noise, create a mess, and make mistakes, after touring with an orchestra for their last few tours.
Pete, known for his power chord guitar technique, previously stated that The Who will continue to perform until one of them "drops dead or can't function anymore." The band has consistently toured every few years since their formation in 1964, and even hinted in 2014 that their 50th-anniversary tour would be their last. However, they have since embarked on four more tours, including the most recent one in 2023, which featured an orchestral performance.
While Pete seems determined to keep the band going, Roger has expressed a desire to slow down. In an interview with The Times, he admitted that he was "on his way out" and needed to be "realistic." Despite this, fans can still look forward to another tour from The Who, as they are not yet ready to retire. The band, which now consists of only Pete and Roger from the original lineup, was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1990.
The Who has faced tragedy in the past, with the deaths of drummer Keith Moon in 1978 and bassist John Entwistle in 2002. Despite these losses, the band decided to continue touring and has inspired other legendary bands like Pink Floyd and The Beatles. The Who's fans can rest assured that the band will continue to make music and perform, as they still have a passion for it. So, for now, fans will have to settle for another tour instead of a new album, but who knows what the future holds for this iconic band.
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