After a relatively quiet year for The Who, co-founder Pete Townshend has teased plans for the band to be back in action in 2025. In an interview with The London Standard, Townshend revealed he recently met with bandmate Roger Daltrey, and the two are in good spirits. “We’re in good form. We love each other. We’re both getting a bit creaky, but we will definitely do something next year,” Townshend said, sparking hope among fans.
Though plans could include new music or live performances, Townshend suggested live shows are more likely, despite Daltrey previously voicing concerns over the high costs of touring. “The album side of it…Roger’s not keen,” Townshend shared, adding that he may try to “bully” Daltrey into recording new material. Reflecting on past tours with a full orchestra, Townshend expressed a renewed desire to go back to the basics: “We’re now eager to make a noise and make a mess and make mistakes.”
The potential for The Who’s 2025 return follows Daltrey’s successful solo semi-acoustic tour earlier this year, which spanned 11 cities and may have inspired the duo to consider more live shows together.
Interestingly, Townshend also commented on the much-anticipated Oasis reunion, saying he’s “disappointed” by the news, as he prefers the Gallagher brothers’ solo projects. This glimpse into Townshend’s personal music tastes highlights his continuous drive to keep things fresh and different, both within The Who and in the broader music landscape.
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