Pete Townshend once described the fanaticism around The Who as a gulf between the band and the audience, recalling the band's early days.

With his windmill strumming, mod rock rebellion, and rock opera masterpieces, The Who’s Pete Townshend has had an unavoidable impact on the landscape of rock and roll.

"He’s had real influence, and I think he’s influenced me," Pete Townshend said of past collaborator David Gilmour.

Bob Geldof convinced Paul McCartney to return to live performances after 5 years away for July 1985's Live Aid.

Oasis are kicking their reunion into gear, and Townshend is among those delighted to see them playing live again ...

It was a ritual that would symbolise Hendrix’s esoteric allure, but the first night he did it, the incendiary act was quickly ...

Pete Townshend might not be famous for his ability to solo, but that doesn't he hasn't learnt from soloists, such as this musical legend.

The Who guitarist and songwriter Pete Townshend discusses the reunion of iconic British band, Oasis, lead by brothers Noel ...

The Who guitarist Pete Townshend has opened up on the impact that Oasis' music has had on him, admitting that he was left in ...

He was only singing one song, the iconic Let It Be, but landing him was a big coup as, although he was musically active, the ...

As the guitarist explains, the windmill is fraught with danger, including fingernail tears and hand lacerations ...

Pete Townshend spoke with 'i Paper' in June 2025 about not understanding why Zak Starkey was fired from the Who.