“The Seeker” backed with “Here for More” is released in Britain and reaches #19 in the charts. Derek Johnson in New Musical Express says, “The sound here is as heavy as you could wish for, but blended with the most artistic and delightful musicianship.” The Beatles, mentioned in the lyrics, break up three weeks later.
During this month The Track Records compilation album The House That Track Built is released in the U.K. only. Included on the disc is an out-take from Tommy, a studio recording of Mose Allison’s “Young Man Blues”, that will remain otherwise unreleased for decades
“I’m Free” backed with “We’re Not Gonna Take It” from the Tommy album is released in the U.S.
Track Records releases the Tommy LP in Britain.
Pinball Wizard,” again backed with “Dogs Part 2,” is released in the U.S. It comes in a black-and-white picture sleeve that declares it is a selection from the forthcoming opera “Tommy (1914-1984).” This is the first public mention that the opera known up to this time as “Deaf Dumb and Blind Boy,” has been retitled… Read More »1969-03-22
“Pinball Wizard” backed with “Dogs Part 2” is released in Britain
Direct Hits is released in Britain
Decca releases the LP Magic Bus – The Who on Tour
“Dogs” backed with “Call Me Lightning” is released in England
“Call Me Lightning” backed with “Dr. Jekyll And Mr. Hyde” is released in the U.S.