The Who | Tommy and Quadrophenia Live
Rhino Records is proud to present a 3-DVD boxed set showcasing one of the greatest live bands ever-The Who. Disc one features a live rendition of their full-blown rock opera about a deaf, dumb, and blind boy. Tommy was performed live in 1989 at The Universal Amphitheatre in Los Angeles, with special guests Elton John, Phil Collins, Billy Idol, Patti LaBelle, and Steve Winwood. Disc two contains the band's second rock opus, this time built around the story of a young mod's struggle to come of age in the mid-60s. This live version of Quadrophenia, from the 1996/1997 U.S. Tour was the first time it was performed as Townshend and Daltrey had visualized it, with live action and featuring a then-unknown Alex Langdon in a spellbinding performance as Jimmy, the disillusioned Mod.
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Plot Summary
This concert film captures The Who performing their iconic rock operas, 'Tommy' and 'Quadrophenia', in their entirety. The performances showcase the band's enduring energy and musical prowess as they revisit these landmark albums.
Critical Reception
The film received positive reviews from critics and fans alike, lauded for its faithful renditions of the classic albums and the band's powerful live performance. It was seen as a significant document of The Who's legacy and their ability to still command the stage.
What Reviewers Say
- Praise for the band's enduring live energy and faithful renditions of classic rock operas.
- Appreciation for the historical significance of seeing 'Tommy' and 'Quadrophenia' performed in full.
- The film serves as a strong testament to The Who's lasting impact on music.
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Fun Fact
This live performance features John Entwistle, who sadly passed away shortly after the recording of this concert film, making his performance in this production particularly poignant.
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