Philadelphia, Spectrum Dec 4th 1973
Lineage: Silver>EAC>TLH>FLAC>YOU
Tales From The Who
Roger Daltrey - vocals, harmonica
John Entwistle - vocals, bass
Keith Moon - vocals, drums
Pete Townshend - vocals, guitar
Evolving from Pete Townshend's idea for a musical autobiography of the Who, the second of the group's two full-scale rock operas, Quadrophenia eventually developed into a social, musical and psychological exploration of the mid-1960s mod scene in England. Written from the perspective of a British teenager, Jimmy, the band member’s role in the storyline became symbolic via Jimmy's four personalities. Like much of Townshend's work, Quadrophenia examined the universal themes of rejection, rebellion, and the search for identity. Released in October of 1973, the resulting double album, Townshend's last magnum opus within the context of the Who, was greeted with acclaim and featured some of the most majestic music the band ever recorded. Upon Quadrophenia’s release, the Who took to the road in support of the album.
Touring the U.K. and then North America, this tour turned out to be one of the most legendary and monumentally frustrating of their entire career. The technical requirements of performing Quadrophenia were extremely demanding and performances were often plagued by malfunctioning equipment. Sound effects and backing tapes were incorporated into the performance, which constrained the Who to playing along, reducing the spontaneity that had always been a key ingredient to their live sound.
Technical issues aside, the group also faced challenges putting the concept, story and characters across to North American audiences. Unfamiliar with the Mod scene that was so central to the concept, Daltrey and Townshend's lengthy explanations of the plot between songs diverted the flow and intensity of the band's performances. Despite these challenges, this tour featured many moments of brilliance and experienced sellout crowds all along the way.
One of favourite silvers with the classic lineup and an excellent sound and wonderful artwork.
There's not more to say then: "This is a MUST HAVE!!!"
Enjoy
1. I Can't Explain
2. Summertime Blues
3. My Generation
4. I Am The Sea
5. The Real Me
6. I'm One
7. Sea And Sand
8. Drowned
9. Bell Boy
10. Dr. Jimmy
11. Pinball Wizard
12. See Me, Feel Me
13. Won't Get Fooled Again
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6 comments:
Looking forward to hearing this. thanks!
Just a quick question: This looks great and I'm just starting to listen to it, but the back cover artwork shows a different date (except for "Won't get fooled") than the post suggests this show is from.
Is this just a case of recycled art?
Thanks a thousand times over for your site!
real cool crisp sounding , fun artwork in the tales from the crypt style - EXCELLENT , thanks again
Thank you! This boot is just stunning. After listening to it I believe it is the best recording of the band extant, or at least my personal favorite. In particular, the songs from Q??dr?ph?n?? (buy a vowel, anybody?) sound better than I have ever heard them. They also have some interesting introductions from Pete. You can really hear the band's commitment to these new, at the time, songs, and I believe Townsend still feels that that was their finest hour.
Ah, finally found one of "Tales" with the extra songs, and it's not via Megadownload. Thanks heaps again for all the great music you guys have on this blog. Peter (Sydney).
Hi.
What a great resource!
I'm late to the party and found dead links for parts 2 & 3.
Is there any chance of refreshing this one please?
I had the multi-coloured vinyl many years ago but you know how these things disappear...
cheers and thanks!
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