Latest about Pete Townshend
Alt-Rock Pioneer Bob Mould Names His Top Five Career-Defining Tracks
The guitarist takes a look back at some of his most significant Hüsker Dü, Sugar and solo numbers.
Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Albums and Artists that Made 1971 Guitar’s Greatest Year
The spirit of ’71 is well and truly alive in this historical lesson.
All You Need to Know About John Lennon's Favorite Rickenbacker Model
The Beatles legend's discovery of the 325 model launched Rickenbacker's British Invasion-era success.
Watch The Who’s Earliest Known “My Generation” Performance Film
Video This 1965 clip shows the fledgling rock stars causing a big s-s-sensation.
Watch Jimmy Page Spin Link Wray’s Groundbreaking “Rumble” Single
Video The guitar hero of guitar heroes was a hard rock progenitor.
How a 1959 Gretsch 6120 Became Pete Townshend’s Steady
A gift from Joe Walsh, the 6120 is described by the Who guitarist as the best guitar he has ever owned.
Pete Townshend on the Genesis of His Pop-Art Masterpiece, 'The Who Sell Out'
How an accidental concept album captured the pop culture zeitgeist and found a band stretching their wings creatively.
How Pete Townshend Turned the Trauma of His Aborted Sci-fi Rock Opera into the Triumph of 'Who's Next'
In 1971, the Who guitarist was taken to the brink trying to follow the success of 'Tommy.' He came out the other end with a masterpiece.
