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1971-04-25

    The Who return to the Young Vic Theatre in London to rehearse for the next day’s recording.

    Pete and Karen Townshend with their daughters in 1971

    1971-04-24

      Pete and Karen’s 2nd daughter, Aminta Alice, is born

      Cover of the Rolling Stones "Sticky Fingers" album

      1971-04-23

        The Rolling Stones’ album Sticky Fingers, featuring uncredited background vocals by Pete on “Sway,” is released in the U.K. You can listen to “Sway” on youtube here

        Playbill for Tommy ballet from April 1971

        1971-04-13

          Les Grands Ballet Canadiens premiere a ballet version of Tommy at New York’s City Center.

          1971-04-05

            Keith performs as part of an All-Star Jam Session

            1971-04-01

              Pete and his family are reportedly photographed by Chris Morphet

              Listing for Top Gear from March 20, 1971

              1971-03-20

                John Peel’s Top Gear show broadcasts the “Freaks” music, featuring Keith, recorded on the 2nd.

                1971-03-19

                  The Who attend a Humble Pie concert at the Fillmore East.

                  Keith Moon on March 11, 1971

                  1971-03-11

                    Keith is a surprise participant in an All-Star Jam Session

                    1971-03-02

                      Keith drums for an impromptu group called Freaks