The Who are an English rock band formed in London in 1964. Their classic lineup consisted of lead singer Roger Daltrey, guitarist and singer Pete Townshend, bass guitarist and singer John Entwistle, and drummer Keith Moon. They are considered one of the most influential rock bands of the 20th century and have sold over 100 million records worldwide. Their contributions to rock music include the development of the Marshall stack, large PA systems, the use of the synthesizer, Entwistle and Moon's influential playing styles, Townshend's feedback and power chord guitar technique, and the development of the rock opera. They are cited as an influence by many hard rock, punk rock and mod bands, and their songs still receive regular exposure. The Who developed from an earlier group, the Detours, and established themselves as part of the pop art and mod movements, featuring auto-destructive art by destroying guitars and drums on stage.
| Also known as | The Detours, The High Numbers |
| Origin | London, England, UK |
| Genres | Rock, hard rock, power pop |
| Years active | 1964–1983, 1989, 1996–1997, 1999–present, (one-off reunions: 1985, 1988, 1990, 1991, 1994) |
| Labels | Brunswick, Reaction, Track, Polydor, Decca, Virgin, MCA, Warner Bros, Universal Republic, Geffen, Atco |
| Members | Roger Daltrey, Pete Townshend |
| Past members | John Entwistle, Keith Moon, Doug Sandom, Kenney Jones |
About The Who
Known for their destructive on stage performances and rock operas, they were given the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2001. Drummer Keith Moon passed away in September 1978.
Achievement of The Who
Lead singer Roger Daltrey went on hiatus from the band in 1980 to work on the film McVicar.
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