1979-12-10
The Who are informed that the readers of Rolling Stone have voted them the best band of 1979.
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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.
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: https://www.frankrose.com/essays/peter-townshend-gets-old-before-he-dies/
1979-09-14
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
1979-08-16
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