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The Who – Isle Of Wight 2004 (Blu-ray + 2 CDs) – 2017

by Audiophile Audition | Aug 20, 2017 | DVD & Blu-ray Video Reviews, Pop/Rock/World CD Reviews

The Who – Isle Of Wight 2004 (Blu-ray + 2 CDs) – 2017 The Who reclaim their rock throne. Cast: Pete Townsend – guitar, vocals; Roger Daltrey – vocals; Simon Townsend – guitar, vocals; Pino Palladino – bass; Zak Starkey – drums; John “Rabbit” Bundrick – keyboards Studio: Eagle Rock Entertainment EVB335649 Director: Matt Askem Audio: DTS-Master Audio 5.1; LPCM Stereo 2.0 Video: 1.78:1 for 1080i HD, color Length: 132 minutes Rating:                     Audio: ****:                          Video: ****:                          Overall: ****: When the Beatles disbanded in 1970, there was a certain void. It was filled primarily by The Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin and The Who. Purveying the social and political anger of their era, The Who were defined by the anthemic, brilliant songwriting of Pete Townsend. In addition, Townsend’s theatrical guitar playing electrified the rock scene. Singer Roger Daltrey exemplified the gritty working class with his growling vocals. Keith Moon’s maniacal, propulsive drumming added to the explosive mix. And John Entwhistle’s sophisticated bass refined an elegance to this wild […]