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| From | Benjamin Lukoff <lukoff@gmail.com> |
| Subject | Re: Loud criticism of The Who? |
| Date | Thu, 11 Feb 2010 08:50:37 -0800 |
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On Thu, Feb 11, 2010 at 8:07 AM, Michael Myers <mmyers1446@yahoo.com> wrote:
> I have to admit I'm confused by much of the attitude regarding The Who, and
> their continued approach as performers. I don't think that other veterans
> get as much gruff as they do, so I'm truly interested to hear opinions as to
> what sets them apart. Why does the listening audience become so cynical and
> vocal about them, as opposed to other acts like the Rolling Stones, Pretty
> Things, NRBQ, Buddy Guy, BB King, Paul McCartney, Bob Dylan etc etc.... I
> know some of these other folks draw some negative criticism as well, but it
> just seems that The Who are the subject of more debate than these other
> folks.... I'm going to see some other true veterans (Neville Brothers and
> Dr. John) tomorrow night and I know they'll put on an excellent, heartfelt
> show much as the dozens of other times I've seen them...
>
> Is it because The Who made a name for themselves as young rebels? Is it
> literally because of one line in one song (My Generation)? I truly don't
> get it.......
>
>
I don't entirely get it, either. It can't possibly be just because of that
one line...? Maybe it's because there are only two of them left and people
think they should retire the name?
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