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In the wake of The Who’s final orchestral tour date at the Sandringham Estate this summer, legendary guitarist and songwriter Pete Townshend is contemplating the band’s future. Wrapping up the tour marked the end of an era, but Townshend believes it shouldn’t signify the end of The Who’s journey. Now, he looks forward to a crucial discussion with frontman Roger Daltrey about the band’s next steps.
Townshend shared his thoughts with Record Collector, expressing the need for a heart-to-heart discussion with Daltrey. “I think it’s time for Roger and I to go to lunch and have a chat about what happens next. Because Sandringham shouldn’t feel like the end of anything but it feels like the end of an era,” he explained. The impending meeting aims to explore what’s feasible, lucrative, and, most importantly, fun for The Who’s future endeavors. Townshend reached out to Daltrey, urging him to join in the conversation to assess the possibilities.
Via NME – Amidst the deliberations about The Who’s future, Townshend has embarked on a separate creative venture. He is actively working on transforming his novel, “The Age Of Anxiety,” into a new rock opera that will grace the stage. Released in 2019, the novel delves into societal anxiety triggered by issues such as global warming, terrorism, and the pervasive impact of social media on modern life. Townshend’s multi-faceted project promises a unique blend of narrative and musical expression.
In a parallel development, The Who’s iconic Tommy musical is set to make a triumphant return to Broadway in 2024. With previews beginning on March 8 at New York’s Nederlander Theatre and the official opening scheduled for March 28, fans can anticipate a renewed theatrical experience of this classic rock masterpiece.
Meanwhile, Roger Daltrey is passionately immersed in his own project—a biopic chronicling the life of The Who’s late drummer, Keith Moon. As Townshend explores new creative avenues and The Who contemplates its future, the band’s legacy continues to evolve, promising fans exciting chapters in their storied musical journey.
