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1979-12-12

    The initial report of the Cincinnati inquiry is released.

    1979-12-10

      The Who are informed that the readers of Rolling Stone have voted them the best band of 1979.

      1979-11-30

        Lesley Duncan releases a single in the U.K. for UNICEF entitled “Sing Children Sing”. Pete is singing in the chorus on the single along with Kate Bush and Phil Lynott.

        1979-11-15

          The Acton Gazette reports that Simon Townshend was fined for illegally hanging posters promoting his band “On The Air”

          1979-10-30

            Roger, John and Kenney attends a party for the opening of the film Quadrophenia at the Mudd Club in New York.

            The Who's "The Kids Are Alright" Album

            1979-10-05

              The Kids Are Alright soundtrack album is certified platinum (1 million in sales) in the U.S. by the RIAA.

              1979-09-24

                In The Village Voice, Frank Rose says he’s not impressed with The Who’s added horn section, but believes The Who have enough energy to impress young fans. Article name: “Pete Townshend gets old before he dies”.   You can read it here

                1979-09-15

                  Quadrophenia plays at the Toronto Film Festival

                  1979-08-24

                    The Harrow Observer carries an interview with Ivan Waterman

                    1979-08-24

                      Drummer and future new age musician James Asher releases the single “Peppermint Lump” backed with “Breakfast In Naples” under the name Angie. The single features Pete on guitar and backing vocals. He is also pictured on the front and back of the single’s picture sleeve. The single fails to chart. James Asher is later hired… Read More »1979-08-24