PETE TOWNSHEND MUSIC COVERAGE

Capsula to Release New Album SOLAR SECRETS on 8/27

Solar Secrets is the band's first official worldwide release and it was recorded under the direction of Visconti at Lexington's Saint Claire Recording Studio in the heart of Kentucky and is set for a... (more...)

Townshend Attends Stratford Festival TOMMY

Tony Award-winning composer/lyricist and rock icon Pete Townshend attended the revival production of his seminal rock opera TOMMY at the Stratford Festival in Canada last night and joined the cast ons... (more...)

The Who & Elvis Costello's Benefit for Teen Cancer America Raises $1.6M

Legendary rockers THE WHO and Elvis Costello & The Imposters performed an intimate concert Thursday, February 28 at New York City's Theater at Madison Square Garden to raise funds for Teen Cancer Amer... (more...)

Guitar Legend Peter Banks Passes Away at 65

Best known for his innovative and unique guitar work with YES and Flash, as well as his own critically acclaimed solo albums, guitar legend Peter Banks passed away at his home in London on March 8, 20... (more...)

BWW Interviews: Bassist & Broadway Music Contractor John Miller

For over 30 years, John Miller has been the musical coordinator on over 100 Broadway productions.The creative jazz musician spoke exclusively to BWW about his earliest days working alongside of the gr... (more...)

The Who Plays Final US Show, 'Who Cares' Benefit at Madison Square Garden Tonight

Legendary rockers The Who and Elvis Costello & The Imposters will perform an intimate concert tonight, February 28 at New York City's The Theater At Madison Square Garden to benefit Teen Cancer Americ... (more...)

Sister Rosetta Tharpe Set for Season 27 of THIRTEEN's American Masters Tonight

American Masters opens its 27th season with the story of African-American gospel singer and guitar virtuoso Sister Rosetta Tharpe (March 20, 1915-October 9, 1973). (more...)

Sister Rosetta Tharpe Set for Season 27 of THIRTEEN's American Masters

American Masters opens its 27th season with the story of African-American gospel singer and guitar virtuoso Sister Rosetta Tharpe (March 20, 1915-October 9, 1973). (more...)

THE SMITH TAPES COLLECTION 4 -WOODSTOCK Released Today

Unearthed after more than 40 years and unheard since their original airing, the recordings of Village Voice 'Scenes' columnist and radio personality Howard Smith are now available for the first time. ... (more...)

The Who Plays Las Vegas' The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel Tonight

THE WHO, one of rock's legendary and defining bands, have announced a major North American arena tour where they'll perform their iconic 1973 double album QUADROPHENIA in its entirety, along with a se... (more...)

Hollywood Records VP Jon Lind to Join Northwestern's 2013 Mercer Songwriters Project

Jon Lind, an award-winning songwriter who has collaborated with Madonna, Demi Lovato, Vanessa Williams, Selena Gomez and other singing greats, is the newest master teacher to lead the 2013 Johnny Merc... (more...)

The Who Set Final US Show, 'Who Cares' Benefit at Madison Square Garden, 2/28

Legendary rockers The Who and Elvis Costello & The Imposters will perform an intimate concert Thursday, February 28 at New York City's The Theater At Madison Square Garden to benefit Teen Cancer Ameri... (more...)

The Flaming Lips & Hyundai Partner to Produce 'Epic' Super Bowl Ad

Building on a tradition of musical collaborations, Hyundai has partnered with legendary alternative rock band, The Flaming Lips, to create a one-of-a-kind song to serve as the rock anthem for its new ... (more...)

The Who's Pete Townshend Honored with 2013 Les Paul Award

The Who's Pete Townshend was honored with the Les Paul Award at last night's TEC Awards. (more...)

THE SMITH TAPES COLLECTION 4 -WOODSTOCK Set for Release, 2/12

Unearthed after more than 40 years and unheard since their original airing, the recordings of Village Voice 'Scenes' columnist and radio personality Howard Smith are now available for the first time. ... (more...)

THE SMITH TAPES, COLLECTION #2: AQUARIAN THEATER Set for Release on iTunes Today

Unearthed after more than forty years and unheard since their original airing, the recordings of Village Voice "Scenes" columnist and radio personality HoWard Smith are now available for the first tim... (more...)

THE SMITH TAPES, COLLECTION #2: AQUARIAN THEATER Set for Release on iTunes, 12/18

Unearthed after more than forty years and unheard since their original airing, the recordings of Village Voice "Scenes" columnist and radio personality Howard Smith are now available for the first tim... (more...)

The Who Plays Detroit's Joe Louis Arena Tonight

The Who, one of rock's legendary and defining bands, have announced a major North American arena tour to include a performance at Joe Louis Arena tonight, November 24 at 7:30 p.m. where they'll perfor... (more...)

Recordings of Journalist Howard Smith Available on iTunes Today

Unearthed after more than forty years and unheard since their original airing, the recordings of Village Voice "Scenes" columnist and radio personality HoWard Smith are available for the first time on... (more...)

Daltrey, Townshend Announce Launch of Teen Cancer America

Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend have announced the launch of their new charity ‘Teen Cancer America.' (more...)

VH1 Airs The Who Documentary QUADROPHENIA Tonight

VH1 Classic is remixing Halloween and making it what it really should be: "Wholloween," a day of celebrating all things THE WHO related, including the U.S. television premiere of the 2012 The Who doc... (more...)

THE SMITH TAPES - COLLECTION #1-FILLMORE EAST To Be Released On Itunes 11/29!

Unearthed after more than forty years and unheard since their original airing, the recordings of Village Voice "Scenes" columnist and radio personality Howard Smith are available for the first time on... (more...)

The Recordings of Journalist Howard Smith to Be Available on iTunes 11/20

Unearthed after more than forty years and unheard since their original airing, the recordings of Village Voice "Scenes" columnist and radio personality Howard Smith are available for the first time on... (more...)

Jeff Slate's Debut Solo Release BIRDS OF PARADOX Out Today with Members of WINGS, BYRDS, THE WHO & More

Jeff Slate, founder and frontman for beloved indie outfit, The Badge, has announced that his first solo-project LP release Birds of Paradox will be available today, October 9, 2012, with an album rel... (more...)

VINTAGE TROUBLE to Open for THE WHO on North American Tour

THE WHO , one of rock's legendary and defining bands, have announced VINTAGE TROUBLE as the support act for the first leg of their major North American arena tour running from November 1 to December 9... (more...)