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Classic KFMC Rock News***THE WHO had to postpone their concert in Mexico City this past Saturday, March 17th, because singer ROGER DALTREY is still sick.
Guitarist PETE TOWNSHEND posted on his website that Daltrey is suffering from a viral infection. He wrote, quote, "It was recommended he go into hospital and go on a drip for a few days to set him right. A doctor from the UK advised caution, and suggested Roger simply try resting before going into hospital." Townshend wrote that Daltrey is on medication and that the band's manager, with his full support, has canceled the next show, scheduled for tomorrow, March 20th, in San Antonio, Texas. Townshend further posted that Daltrey will see his doctor in Miami today, quote, "and a decision will then be made about the rest of the shows on this leg." He added that where shows are canceled, the band will provide ticket refunds or reschedule as soon as they can.
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I find it rather interesting that groups that sing mainly in English are embraced in lands whose primary language isn't English, yet bands that sing mainly in languages other than English are mostly ignored in lands whose primary language is English.....
That really messes with MY head, as my favorite band is Los Lobos.But then they sing in English, Spanish AND Spanglish!
Oh Vey!
"I always play jazz records backwards, they sound better that way"
-Thomas Edison
What I should have said was:I find it rather interesting that groups that sing exclusively in English are embraced in lands whose primary language isn't English, yet bands that sing exclusively in languages other than English are mostly ignored in lands whose primary language is English.....
If a foreign band does a portion of its music in English, then the band does gain recognition in the English-speaking domain.
I know for myself it can be hell getting older.
Saw them at the end of September last year and they were fabulous but Daltrey was straining even then at the end of the show. Frankly, I'm surpised he's been able to make it this long. Hopefully he hasn't permanently damaged any vocal chords-it would be nice if they could do it again even if it's on a smaller scale (ie. a shorter tour). I would pay to see them again and I am a cheapskate and not easily impressed any more.
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Saw them March 8th in DC.. Roger strained a bit during the first few songs- but then hit his stride & sounded strong. He can't hit the highs like the old days, but the spirit is very much there. Pete was sounding just great all the way through,seemed to love playing like I can't remember when, and Zak was superb! They really upheld the spirit of "The Who" & I hope they continue to!
Absolutely. I saw the Stones in '76 and based on what I've seen on TV recently, I would not fork out the money to see them, even in the cheap seats. I had never seen the Who before (and frankly, had not been much into their music except for the very early stuff like Meaty, Beaty, Big and Bouncy which was one of the first albums I purchased as a kid) and I have to admit with being very, very impressed. Daltrey is a superb vocalist and Townshend was an absolute animal at the show I saw (considering he's in his 60's-hell, even not considering that-I'm in full agreement with you-they were having a blast).Of more importance, as you alluded to, is the fact that Townshend and Daltrey had the good sense to surround themselves with other great musicians (Zak Starkey is a great drummer, unlike his father, and Pino Pallidino a superb bass player) to ensure a great performance. I was very impressed.
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