Members of THE WHO and film cast attend the world premiere of “Quadrophenia”, a film based on the The Who’s 1973 album of the same name, at Plaza One Cinema in Lower Regent Street, London, UK. Pete Townshend is not recognized by the staff and asked to provide identification
The movie version of Quadrophenia goes into general release. Arriving just as the retro-Mod movement is reaching its peak in the U.K., Quadrophenia the movie becomes a cult favorite and provides a collection of iconic scenes that will have influence in Britain decades later. Sting begins his acting career with this movie and a host… Read More »1979-08-16
Roger spends this month shooting his new feature film McVicar
The British Phonographic Industry awards The Kids Are Alright soundtrack “silver” status.
Simon Frith writes an editorial for Melody Maker concerning The Who’s business dealings called “The Kids are all wrong.”
Pete performs an electric set at The Rainbow Theatre in London as part of the Rock Against Racism benefit. The band, Pete’s first of his own devising, consists of Kenney Jones, Tony Butler, John “Rabbit” Bundrick, Peter Hope-Evans and Neil Abbot. He premieres a new song, “Cats in the Cupboard”
Pete is on the cover of The London Observer Sunday Supplement.
Pete performs as a solo act with acoustic guitar at Her Majesty’s Theatre in London as part of The Secret Policeman’s Ball event benefiting Amnesty International. His performances of “Pinball Wizard”, “Drowned” and “Won’t Get Fooled Again”, the latter accompanied by classical guitarist John Williams, are later released on The Secret Policeman’s Ball album and… Read More »1979-06-30
The New York Times prints an interview with Pete where he admits he has reservations about touring but feels “fired up” about the new Who
The Kids Are Alright soundtrack is certified gold by the RIAA