Show Notes
Chris Charlesworth talks about writing his new memoir Just Backdated, being Melody Maker’s man in America during the 70s, giving Debbie Harry her first UK print exposure, an unexpected phone call from Keith Moon after writing a glowing review, getting to know The Who and their families, and his feelings on the band playing with an orchestra.
Plus: after Pete Townshend announces upcoming Who activity in 2025, Paul ponders what that might look like and whether it’s finally time to bring back some obscure early material on stage.
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RELATED LINKS:
Chris Charlesworth's new memoir Just Backdated
Chris’ blog ‘Just Backdated’
Sound desk audio of Roger and Pete banter at the Royal Albert Hall, 2024
Pete’s interview in The Standard, October 2024
Roger Daltrey – ‘Another Tricky Day’, 2024
Matt Kent on The Fisher Protocol
The Who – ‘Bald Headed Woman’
The Who – ‘Young Man Blues’, Ottawa, 1969
The Who – ‘My Generation’ from Live at the Fillmore East 1968
Slade – ‘Get Down and Get With It’ on UK TV, 1971
John Entwistle’s Ox – King Biscuit Flower Hour Presents in Concert, 1975 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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