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Pretty good
Classic
4/5 kuullut kyllä the whosta mutta en olis yhtään biisiä nimetä. Useita tosi tarttuvia stygejä!
Bab O'Riley is an absolute classic. Yet I have never heard any other song from the Who. It might have been that I am to young. Or that my parents didn't listen to then when I grew up, But now really listening to them for the first time with a whole album I love what I am hearing. Classic rock rhythms and a great voice on the singer. While some songs weren't my favorite I have already added several on my rock playlists. Really good album that I will listen to more times!
You can tell how influencial this album was on artists that would follow in the 70s and 80s, The Who really set the standard for that classic rock sound. Great use of early synths as well.
Utterly fantastic Middle is a slight slouch tho
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7,6/10 ❤️❤️❤️ : Getting in Tune Bargain Behind Blue Eyes 😊😊😊 : Baba O'Riley My Wife Going Mobile Won't Get Fooled Again 👍👍👍 : Love Ain't For Keeping Baby Don't You Do It Young Man Blues - Live Water - Live Naked Eye - Live 😶😶😶 : Pure and Easy Time Is Passing - Live Too Much Of Anything - Live (I'm a) Road Runner - Live I Don't Even Know Myself - Live ☹️☹️☹️ :
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Okay. Behind blue eyes was pretty good though.
By far their best and my favourite album by The Who although I’m not particularly a massive fan!
It's a classic blablabla wherever they peed on the obelisk yadda yadda yadda.
i’ve become a bit dissociated with The Who of late as my favourite Radio Station has played them to death. But this album was good, very good. However i’ve had my fill for a wee while
Probably the most influential album of my life as a drummer. A barnstorming tour de force bursting with revolutionary concepts easily 20 years ahead of their time and of a quality still strived for today. Music fresh as a daisy yet conceived in 1971, it kicks the door down from the first song and doesn't let up.
Very good. Particularly enjoyed from The Song Is Over onwards. Starting with Baba O'Riley and ending with Won't Get Fooled Again is a quite a strong way to start and end an album. Well done to you, The Who.
I had always wanted to get my parents' version of this album. When I first saw it I admired the 2001: Space Odyssey monolith featured around the band. Only later did I realize that they had pee’d all over it. This album overall was a “Best of” in itself. The album starts off with Baba O’Riley, one of the most recognizable openings in classic rock. I loved how this album pulled in elements of the prog-rock and radio-friendly songwriting into the same place. Most of this album was been featured in movies, television and commercials for years: Bargain, Song is Over, Behind Blue Eyes, and of course CSI: Series (all of them) had Won’t Get Fooled Again. I always liked the Who, too, because Pete was a great songwriter and guitarist, Roger Daltry had a phenomenal range and power, but the best part of the band was the strength of “Thunderfingers” John “The Ox” Entwistle (you know you’re good when you get two nicknames), and the drive of Keith Moon, is easily defined as one of the best drummers of all time. I would have liked to get my parent’s copy, which they refuse to relinquish, so I bought my own instead. This is a legendary album!
Random thoughts: * This is probably The Who's best album. It's tight and rocking. * The scream at the end of "Won't Get Fooled Again" is an all-time rock scream. * The first 2 tracks and the last 2 tracks are certified bangers! * Mobile is pronounced the British way. I kinda love it. lol * This one is a classic and is still widely played. For good reason!
Gotta love The Who!
A rich (as in full and colourful) rock sound which I enjoyed more and more as the album went on. Behind Blue Eyes was my best track. Not something I’ll likely revisit but I certainly enjoyed the classic nature of it this afternoon.
I don't know that I'll ever listen again, but I enjoyed the vibe of these guys much more than a lot of other stuff in this decade. They're very good. Also Behind Blue Eyes is such a good song, memes aside.
Wouldn't be rushing back to listen again.
Loaded with classic rock tracks, no skip album. Would definitely add to my collection.
It's been a minute since I've listened to this, but revisiting it confirmed my memory of it being...fine. It's bookended by two undeniable classics, with "Baba O'Riley" remaining the Who's high point (even with being massively overplayed). And "Bargain" is solid. But the rest isn't nearly on the same level.
There's an old saying in Tennessee — I know it's in Texas, probably in Tennessee — that says, fool me once, shame on — shame on you. Fool me — you can't get fooled again. Now let's order some pizzas, throw down some brews, and play Baba O'Riley on repeat.
the who what now where?
The arena rock blueprint. Insanely good from front to back
100% banger! One of my all time favorite records
One of my all-time favorites and desert island discs!
Some bangers!
Excellent album! One or two tracks I can't live without, but plenty of hits to make this a classic.
You know when Alan Partridge is asked what his favourite Beatles album is and he says “best of”? That’s me with The Who. When they are good (won’t get fooled again, baba o’Riley, behind blue eyes) they are in the very top percentage of rock bands. But then they do rock opera bollocks and I lose interest. Similar to Pink Floyd’s The Wall where I’m waiting for the belters and sitting through songs from a musical bored silly. Iconic album cover though.
This is my 2nd Who album. The first one I really enjoyed and scored a 4. Most of this one feels unremarkable and I was thinking 2/5 before Going Mobile and Behind Blue Eyes which were stronger. This feels most classic rock which as a rule I do not enjoy. 3/5.
Enjoyed it.
It's fine.
Baba O’Riley is a cracking album opener. Unfortunately whilst not bad the other songs dont live up to it’s standard until you get to Behind Blue eyes and Won’t get fooled again. For me the Who were at their best when Moon was let loose on the drums which certainly applied to the opening and clising tracks on this album (and even behind blue eyes to dome degree) but overall there’s not enough to elevate this album from a solid album to a great one.
I enjoyed this a lot more than I thought I did - more than last week’s offering - and there is nobody more surprised by that fact than me. “Baba O’Riley” is iconic and did a very weird thing, where it filled my chest and made me a bit emotional. The “filler” tracks, if you like, were fine, and then the album ends with the classic “Won’t Get Fooled Again”. Does it need to be 8mins long? Does any song? I think we know how I feel about this by now.
Baba O'Riley is a great start to an album, which is both promising and worrying (a disturbing number of albums seem to start with the most well-known - and best - song). But this seems to keep up a good standard throughout. I like Tommy a lot, which was the same era, so the fact I like this album so much more than I liked My Generation makes a lot of sense. This should be a 3.5, but as no half stars, it's going to still get a 3 (given it's not quite 4 star worthy for me).
Rating: 6.5/10 The ending surprised me by being so epic, Very interesting and impactful album for it's time it sounds good even by being so old it's still not that outdated sounding wise but the songs were unecessarily long and bloated especially in the middle bit of the record, My best song was bargain but i dont think i will be visiting it back and replaying it much.
Some is real good. Some is very forgetable. I understand a legacy pick; but there is a lot.lf dad rock on there. Dont know we needed the who
The Who getting sophisticated and emotional, love that
Some great songs but a little too classic rock radio for my ears
Classic rock album right here
Solid album. Takes big shits all over that pinball wizard garbage.
Very monochromatic but such a smooth and easy going album.
some of these tracks get a little bland but the standouts like the opener are great
große Nummer dabei, nur die ganz großen noch nicht
very good!!
I'm not
A classic! Listen to the Young Vic live recording on the deluxe version of the album if you get a chance. The Who in fine form at a free lunch time concert! Plus some extra tracks that you might not know
I love the songs on this album, but they do run to sound the same
This album really is carried by its first and last two tracks, the middle felt like a sonic wasteland. As for those minutes of my life… they’re all wasted!
I never really got the hype with The Who. A very talented rhythm section let down by Ultimate Shouty Dad Lads in Daltry and Townshend. Won't Get Fooled Again is iconic which earns a second star, but a whole album of this stuff really drags for me.
Great Who album. A bunch of bangers !!!
Bit of a boring album, but have heard worse
A great start with Baba O'Reilly and a strong finish with Behind Blue Eyes and Won't Get Fooled Again gets this album a four. The rest of the music I could take or leave, but those three songs are very good. Another band where a best of compilation is probably the best option.
Fantastic seminal album
Some half decent songs in here with traditional rock sensibilities. Guitars, drums and vocals all work well together, but just found them all a bit meh.
MASTERPIECE
A few songs I recognized, overall I think it’s a good album
Real Classic Rock. A lot of variety of sound while still having a cohesive vision behind it. Will listen again, for sure.
Auf jeden Fall top 20 beste Alben. Einfach über 50 Jahre alt.
Favorite Who album.
A good record that has all of the tracks that I know from The Who. Lots of hits, all of them enjoyable, and not very many lows. Favourite Track(s): Baba O'Riley Least Favourite Track(s): Getting Mobile
Helt ok, men ikke for mæ.
Fantastic album
Who's Next by The Who has been one of my favourite albums for over 30 years—certainly since seeing them live for the first of many times back in 2002. Listening again with a little less nostalgia, it’s clear the album features some truly powerful songs. The big hitters are as brilliant as ever, but tracks like “Bargain” and “My Wife” also deserve more recognition. That said, the middle section does dip slightly, with songs like “Getting in Tune” and “Going Mobile” feeling more like filler. Still, I’ve always loved Pete Townshend’s vocals on those tracks—especially on “Bargain” and “Going Mobile.” In summary, Who's Next is an album with a strong start and finish, a slight lull in the middle, but it remains a fantastic listen. It's one I’ll always come back to. Favourite track: “Baba O’Riley” – iconic, with that unforgettable intro and lyrics full of angst and despair. Honourable mentions: “Won’t Get Fooled Again” and “Behind Blue Eyes.” Least favourite track: “Getting in Tune,” if I had to pick one. Album artwork: Iconic and instantly recognisable.
Favorite: Bargain (Oh my god I love this song so much, i knew it before but still, it's fantastic) This album was shockingly good, I knew I loved Bargain but I wasn't sure what to expect from the rest of it. Suffice it to say the album surpassed my expectations.
I kinda wanted to give it a 4 because the opener is a classic but to be honest, I didn't love the rest as much, sorry. Still a very nice album.
A pretty solid album in many senses but only really has the one stand out track, Won’t Get Fooled Again
An obvious five-star, stone-cold classic. If you haven't heard this masterpiece, are you even human? If so, you are very likely a traitor to the entire human race. Such a traitor must be put to death by the most horrific means imaginable. But first, you MUST listen to this album.
The popular songs are bangers, everything else is pretty mid
first listen! very classic, rock album. surprised I haven't really gotten into them until now favorite track: baba o'riley or won't get fooled again
One of the few albums from The Who I had never listened before. As usual, it's a great rock album, with a lot of energy and a wide range of emotions and atmospheres. Not my absolute favorite, but still a great offering. The musicians all know what they're doing (that was not always a given in the early 70s...) and seem perfectly at ease with any kind of beat. 8/10
Although rock, some chords remind of country and some blues/reggae influences. Great listen. There's a whole song my which felt like the "My wife so bad" joke as a song... but I am probably wrong lol. For the time frame, it might suit. Except that song everything was good. Seems like it was on purpose as parody really. Won't get fooled again and the song is over are really good songs.
Tremendo. Sabía que era un clásico pero no lo había escuchado nunca.
So I've come to the realization a while ago that I'm not a Who fan. I love Tommy but in all I think they're okay and I like most of what are considered their biggest hits. I'm aware this is like their magnum opus or at least a close second to Tommy, and I can fortunately say I like this. I think what really got me is that it is easily the best opener and closer to any album, which are two of their biggest hits that I've always liked for the longest.
Bloody heavy
Too long. Baba O'Riley stands out. 2.5 really
Bra grejer, första är onekligen bäst
Enjoyed it more than Tommy, it wasn’t as long and not having to stick to a story allowed more freedom to play. Favorite songs were the two singles and My Wife.
Like other albums before it on my list, this album mixes some big hits with a lot of duds. I dislike the interlude in “Bargain”; “The Song Is Over” made my eyes roll; and “Getting In Tune” made me straight up annoyed. But the slosh in the middle is bookended by two all time classics in “Baba O’Riley” and “Won’t Get Fooled Again”. Ultimately I decided that as a whole I didn’t like it enough to give it higher score, so it gets 3/5.
the bangers are good but the other ones that don’t matter don’t really matter
ive sucked ur dads dick to this album
There's nothing wrong with it per say 4
It was surprisingly good. I never thought I would like ZZ Top, but I really enjoyed this album.
Top 3 who album. Absolutely essential.
finally a who album i enjoy
The definitive Rock album bar none and one of the finest works of art of the last couple hundred years. There are a handful of albums that are better (Sgt Peppers, Pet Sounds, Led Zeppelin IV, Elvis' S/T debut) but none that encompass everything that is Rock N Roll with more fire n skill than Who's Next. Even after playing this album at least 100 times in my life this album intimidates and humbles me and as such I have an extremely difficult time writing about it. Having this album in my life has been one of my richest experiences on planet Earth. It really has been. Thank you, Pete, Roger, John & Moon the Loon! BTW It pairs nicely with 'Live at Leeds' an album that captures The Who at the height of their powers which easily makes it the greatest live album ever recorded (get the reissue with all 33 songs that were performed on the fateful Valentine's Day) a seminal live masterpiece if there ever was one. FYI The original album has 9 tracks. There is also a super deluxe edition that has 109 tracks that takes a couple days to soak it all in.
It was fine. I think I enjoyed it more than most classic rock.
De e ju den med den där du vet när det bara "blippibluppiblablibleblappi" i typ en timme bror ju If this album was a MtG deck it would be generic midrange Wow this album really only had the first song huh? Music was better back in the day btw People who like ballads should be lobotomized Alright yeehow beep beep was kinda based tho Damn, when Limp Bizkit clears you you should know you're cooked Alright slight recovery made Heheheh tfw im a cool rockstar and have le epic sex amirite?
Songs are delightfully long Just jamming
Easily one of my favorite albums, ever. My buddy Jack lent this to me on cassette in 9th grade. A perfect rock album.
What is there to say? You've heard every song on this album even though you probably don't recognize the song sames. This isn't one of the 1001 greatest albums, it's one of the top 10.
Yeah now we are on the right track.
A good album with a very strong start and end but found a lot of the songs made me want a bit more. Some fantastic songs, but some just ok
Awesome album by a goated band. 7.3/10
Solid Who, similar to Tommy and Quadrophenia minus the rock opera vibes. Just straight ahead rock. Solid bass and drums.
Usel 70talsrock så mycket ont den har att stå till svars för, Trustorhärvan, varvskrisen och Falklandskriget, är några exempel, troligen digerdöden också men där är bevisläget lite skralt. För mig har The Who alltid varit ett singelband, (Quardrophenia för sin kontext möjligen undantaget), och särskilt då modssinglarna från 60talet. När dom ska bli det "stora Rockbandet" som här blir dom mer än lovligt aptrista. Daltrey har fortfarande här en av de bästa rockrösterna och Townsend är i grunden en skicklig låtmakare men det hjälper liksom inte, det finns inga förmildrande omständigheter. Det är så vansinnigt barbröstat, ocharmigt och fruktansvärt att man smäller av. Det här är kanske inte 70talsrock när den är som allra sämst, det finns ett par trappsteg ner till, men ganska nära och en centraliserad glesbygdspolitik får den nog allt ta på sig i alla fall. Ettan är odiskutabel Lyssna hellre på The Rolling Stones -It's only rock'n'roll, Primal Scream - Give out but don't give up,
Bra arenarock. Jävlar vilken trummis Keith Moon var. En stark trea.
Svårbedömt. I vissa fall bra malande rock. Holland-Dozier-Holland-dängan Baby don’t you do it är riktigt fin. Men den var ju inte med i originalutgåvan så skit i det. Vissa spår kunde lika gärna varit hämtade från ett Baywatch soundtrack. Musikal, rockopera, punk? Oavsett bra driv från Moon plattan igenom.
Jag har ingen relation till The Who sedan tidigare. Mitt intryck är att det är ett ojämnt album. På minussidan Behind Blue Eyes. Jag har rätt svårt för musikalnumren såsom The Song is Over. Jag har ännu svårare för metatexter som i Getting in Tune; det är bättre att inte sjunga alls än att sjunga om att sjunga. På plussidan: Baba O'Riley, Won't Get Fooles Again, Going Mobile. I sina bästa stunder härligt skramligt röj. Men de stunderna infinner sig inte särskilt ofta. Ok, men inget album jag kommer återvända till.
The artwork is legendary...the opening track with the synth is legendary...and there is we don't get fooled again...this is their best effort !
I hadn't particularly listened to this album before, so no affect there. At the risk of beeing sacrilegious, I find the album unaven, with great song that pop out like Baba O'Riley or Behind blue eyes, and other forgatables. It probably deserves more listening though.
As my daughter would say while fixing her verbs: presque parfait
I've previously found the Who albums on this list a bit hit and miss, but this one is bookended by two of the best rock songs ever and you can't argue with that
Classic rock stuff , enjoyed the riftier parts … the soft stuff don’t hit as much for me but it was a fun bike ride album
Great album with so many iconic tracks!
Songs are a little longer than I’d like but sound good
Solid rock album. Some filler but there are some hits on here as well. Songs added to/on playlist: - Behind Blue Eyes - Won’t Get Fooled Again
One of my all time favorites!
Salvei umas 4 músicas, bão demais.
Álbum bom, imagino que pra época deve ter sido inovador, hoje a maioria das músicas soa como um rock qualquer. Destaque pra My wife, Behind blue eyes, I dont even know myself e a clássica Baba O Riley
This is The Who that I'm used to. The mid 60's Who was fine and good, but this album changes the game. Opening up with Baba O'Reilly and ending with Won't Get Fooled Again is a perfect example of how to start and end an album. 3.5/5 = 4 stars Can't miss tracks: Baba O'Reilly My Wife The Song is Over Getting In Tune Won't Get Fooled Again
Amazing album start to finish. Easy 5 star.
When I was young, I never thought I would like a record by a the Who. By now, I knew would not dislike "Who's Next" but I did not expect to like it much. The songs are catchy, and rhythm section is fantastic. This is old school rock out record.
So many tunes I didn’t realize were on this album. Overall really enjoyable and fun, it’s a classic for a reason. Glad I finally stopped avoiding The Who albums and had the chance to listen all together.
"When my fist clenches - crack it open", good advice. This is the best full album The Who gave us. Not a wasted track.
7/10
• not an album I'd put on in my free time but a classic and reminds me of my childhood • Daltreys voice is not one that speaks to me and my ears...like at all...
Loved every part of this from beginning to end
So good
Enjoyed
This album is so loaded it feels like a compilation.
I enjoyed the sound of the first song. It was interesting hearing a historical rock and roll group.
Love it!
I own this CD Absolute classic!
אלבום מושלם. שיר מועדף - The song is over
Undoubtedly one of if not the finest of Who albums.
7/10
The intro to Baba O'Riley marks the fifth album from British rockers, Who's Next, and what an intro it is! Possibly the most recognizable intro on an electric organ in rock music (with the possible exception of "In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida") But don't forget the drums! Keith Moon is brilliant in "Won't get fooled again" and "Baba O'Riley" and Pete Townshend's ballad "Behind Blue Eyes" is both creepy and heart wrenching. An iconic album from the 70s, that still enjoys radio time decades later, despite what they sing, the song is never over.
Pretty solid
One of the ultimate rock masterpieces of the 1970s. With Who’s Next, The Who strike the perfect balance between classic rock and technological innovation. From the very first seconds of Baba O’Riley, the groundbreaking synthesizers blend seamlessly with Pete Townshend’s signature guitar, Keith Moon’s explosive drumming, and John Entwistle’s heavy bass. Tracks like “Behind Blue Eyes” and “Won’t Get Fooled Again” show the band’s ability to balance sensitivity with stadium-sized anthems. Roger Daltrey delivers some of his finest vocal performances here. Although the album originated from an abandoned concept project (Lifehouse), Who’s Next stands as the band’s most focused and cohesive release. This is 70s rock at its best: hard, melodic, progressive, without being pretentious. 5/5
Never listened to a Who album before and really enjoyed that. It’s a shame I was reminded of failed Nu Metal band Staind towards the end, but that in turn reminded me of Limp Bizkit, so it evened out.
Good stuff. Was going to go 3.5, but a strong finish to the album. Behind Blue Eyes is a great song and a nice change of pace.
Absolutely cracking
Did not finish, I can tell it’s good and had quality musical quality, but it just didn’t stick up to me
Who’s Next- The Who At one point, this was a Top 10 Album for me. I truly loved it. I’m not sure there is a weak track on this album. It goes back and forth between some incredible hard rock and some ballads that almost veer into silliness. And even that near silliness on My Wife and Going Mobile isn’t overtly silly. It’s light-hearted. Baba O’Riley- greatest opening to a rock song ever? Bargain- hard driving love song- if you aren’t paying attention, you could miss it Love Ain’t For Keeping- the Who called themselves an R& B band… maybe a bit of a stretch for our understanding of R&B, but they definitely leaned into rhythm and blues. This is a bit of a country and western rock tune My Wife- funny song about a man’s wife coming to kill him after he’s done something wrong Song is Over Getting In Tune Going Mobile- light fun rocker about being on the road- is this about their early days touring? Behind Blue Eyes- is this an autobiographical song about Roger Daltrey, or is it a social song about WASPiness? Won’t Get Fooled Again- is this the greatest rock song ever? It’s everything you would want in a rock song- angry, loud, passionate, everyone in the band gets to shine How many other rock albums open and close this strong? Born to Run comes to mind, with Thunder Road and Jungleland. But other than that? This may be one of the only albums I know where I’ve heard every song on the radio. Remember that radio was a big thing for those of us born in the 1980s. The phrase "timeless" gets thrown around too often, but this is one of the few bands that has a legitimate claim to "best of all time" at all four parts of the band.
more of this and less of Tommy. English rock I can get behind. Its just good solid 70's rock, definitely road trip music. Not much else to say, they deliver a great album here, not all of the tracks ars amazing, but the quality consistency is stellar across the board. If you want a perfect example of 70's rock, when it started getting a little heavier and moved away from the psychadelic 60's vibey stuff, this is your jam.
Im surprised I loved this one as much as I did considering I hated Tommy and this was the follow up to it. They were firing on all cylinders with this one though. Dips a smidgen in the middle but starts and ends so god damn strong how can you not love it? Beep beep
Das Album Who's Next wurde von der britischen Rockband The Who in den Olympic Studios in London aufgenommen. Es erschien 1971 und markiert einen Übergang von den ambitionierten Konzeptalben der späten 1960er Jahre hin zu einem direkteren, produktionstechnisch klar strukturierten Rocksound. Die Band kombinierte Elemente des Hard Rock mit Synthesizern, was zu einer damals ungewöhnlichen Klangmischung führte. Pete Townshend, Gitarrist und Hauptkomponist der Gruppe, integrierte musikalische Motive aus einem zuvor gescheiterten Projekt in dieses Album. Die bekanntesten Stücke sind „Baba O’Riley“, „Behind Blue Eyes“ und „Won’t Get Fooled Again“, die sich durch ihren Einsatz elektronischer Klangelemente und eine straffe Songstruktur auszeichnen. Diese Songs wurden zu wiederkehrenden Bestandteilen von Liveauftritten und gelten als prägend für den weiteren Verlauf der Rockmusik. Die Texte spiegeln persönliche und gesellschaftliche Spannungen wider, die mit einer zunehmenden Technologisierung und individuellen Desillusionierung einhergehen. Die Produktion wirkt insgesamt ausgewogen, mit klar konturierten Instrumentenspuren und einer zurückhaltenden, aber präzisen Dynamik. Das Album zeigt eine gereifte Band, die sich musikalisch weiterentwickelt, ohne ihre Wurzeln im Rock der 1960er Jahre zu verleugnen. Es ist ein durchdachtes Werk mit starker handwerklicher Umsetzung.
Bangers like Baba O Riley and Behind Blue Eyes here with some fine other songs. Very much enjoyed it!
Minus 1 star for inspiring Limp Bizkit.
Awesome listen. Lots of songs that I have previously heard but didn't know the name or band. Didn't realize Behind Blue Eyes wasn't a Limp Bizkit original..
Great album - several classic rock staples here. Innovative use of synth, for the time.
My third The Who album, and this one is a powerhouse. So many of The Whos hits are back to back on this album. They are able to maintain a signature sound while still having a variety of songs on the album. Overall- I really enjoyed it. 4.5/5
4/5
I listened to the original album, not any of the later, very long releases. Surprisingly I knew seven of the nine tracks, because all 7 of them are standards on classic rock stations. Even though the Who are not among my favorites, this is a good album and gets four stars.
Very wild album cover font decisions. I think this is our first album from The Who, who I know very little about consciously, but somewhat more subconsciously. (Not quite enough to distinguish between Roger Waters and Roger Daltrey and possibly Roger Dalton, a Timothy Dalton-Roger Moore hybrid I invented, though.) I first heard 'Baba O'Riley' from Jordis Unga on the great show "Rockstar INXS". (Actually, that's probably where I first heard of like 30% of the classic rock songs on this list.) The original does a decent job at living up to the cover. I like the jolly little ostinato and the fact that people mess up the song's title regularly. Hard to take any song called 'My Wife' seriously post-Borat. I like the random horn part, but this song (and others) are a little too country-sounding for my preference. I like 'The Song is Over' mainly because it sounds like a Disney movie soundtrack song. Like 'Down to Earth' from Wall-E or something from Tarzan. Genesis Does Disney. I like 'Getting in Tune' because it's very repetitive, with interesting Americanized vowels. I like 'Going Mobile' because of the synths and the "beep beep", although I don't agree with the song's message. "Watch the police and taxman miss me" is kind of a modern phrasing, though! I first heard 'Behind Blue Eyes' from Limp Bizkit (and listen, I bet a lot of people my age did), and I did not like it at all. Apparently that was a bad cover, and I do like this original better, but it's a little too slow for me still. I first heard of 'Won't Get Fooled Again' thanks to that classic GWB quote, "There's an old saying in Tennessee—I know it's in Texas, probably in Tennessee—that says, Fool me once, shame on...shame on you. Fool me—you can't get fooled again." The song lives up to the quote. Pretty good; far too long. Even though I wrote a novel here, this was like a 3.5 for me. I bet it's got a high average review, but other than Baba O, I probably wouldn't listen to any of these tracks on my own time. So another 3 for the pile.
Just start to finish rock beauty.
Took a point of because I cannot dissociate this album from CSI. Really good the whole way through
This is an undeniable album
So many good csi theme songs
5 out of 5, 10 out of 10. Easily one of my favorite albums ever
a soft 5 as I'm not super familiar with the non-hits, but i need to stop watering down my ratings toward the center and this has some of the best classic rock songs of all time on it.
🤏🏻❤️
Hit songs only.
Never heard a full album of The Who. It was an OK experience but honestly expected moree. The production is Ok, some voxals are good and it is good on the background but ..meh
Jezus, wat een begin... Ik heb net ff te veel CSI:Miami gekeken hiervoor! Dat is even een throwback die ik niet wist dat ik had. En dan ook nog Behind Blue Eyes? God, ik wist niet dat ik The Who zo goed zou vinden eigenlijk! Ik denk oprecht dat The Who mijn favoriete ouwe lullen gitaarband is op dit moment en het word nog lastig om ze te overtreffen. Of misschien The Doors, die zijn ook echt sterk. Maar eerlijk; The Who valt me hier alles mee! Ik heb zelfs best wel zitten genieten van het album. Ok, het middenstuk is wel weer wat minder en daar was het soms best een beetje aanpoten, maar het begin en einde was goed tot zelfs heel goed. Ik ga nu zelf snel CSI Miami aanzetten, joe joe! FAVO: Baba O'Riley, The Song Is Over, Behind Blue Eyes, Wont get fooled again
I honestly thought I liked The Who more before starting this list. Incredibly strong opening to the album, but the middle section is such a struggle to get through. The highs are highs, but the rest is incredibly uninteresting
FINAL REVIEW After two listens, I'm giving it a 4/5, liking it a lot more on the second go. It's very bombastic and exciting, and I feel more energetic just from listening to it. It's a perfect album to fill a stadium, but even just in my house, it's great to turn up loud and rock out to. After reading more about it, I am not surprised that this was originally meant to be a stage production or a movie. I will probably end up listening to more The Who albums through this list, and I'm looking forward to it after hearing this one. NOTES 5:49 pm - i'm excited to hear this album, as i've heard it's amazing. i already know the singles, ofc, though i admit i mainly associate them with either memes or fred durst lmao. they are fun, energetic songs though, and i'm in desperate need of some energy right now, so lets go!!! *removes glasses* YEEEEEAAAAAAAAAAAH 5:58 pm - i had to make a playlist just to get a normal, un-remastered version of this album on spotify, jfc. anyways, the opening to baba o'riley is pumps me up so much, like what a fucking banger tbh 6:27 pm - my impression of this album is that it was made with live performances in mind, bc it has the kind of sound that would make it perfect for a stadium concert. really bombastic, like even the ballads have this epic, grand feel to them, with the impassioned vocals and big drums and guitar. for sitting and listening, though, its one of those albums where i can see why ppl who like this style of music would find it absolutely amazing, but its not really for me. it's a strong album, but it doesn't really grab me the way the nick cave album did earlier. it's a 3/5 for me, but i can understand why it's a 5/5 for others.
One of my favourite albums of all time and probably the Who’s best, another of which I own multiple copies. It came between the ‘rock operas’ of Tommy and Quadrophenia, both greats themselves, but the failure of the intended Lifehouse project led to this concise and uniformly excellent record. The best known songs are “Baba O’Reilly”, “Won’t Get Fooled Again” and “Behind Blue Eyes” and the rest of the songs are just as good. Entwistle’s “My Wife”, still hilarious, “Bargain”, “Love Ain’t for Keeping”, “Getting In Tune”, Pete Townsend taking lead vocals on “Going Mobile” and the magnificent “Song is Over”. Who’s Next shows what a powerful group the Who were. Augmented by only Nicky Hopkin’s piano and Dave Arbus’s violin (on Baba), the sound is huge. John Entwistle’s bass and Keith Moon’s drums are so big and take fill out the soundscape complementing Townsend’s guitars perfectly. Pete’s playing is breathtaking, particularly his mighty acoustic rhythm playing. Yet there is a lot of space in the mix; you can hear the room. Alternate takes on some of the special editions, the addition of organ to “Behind Blue Eyes”, Leslie West adding guitar to several tracks including “Won’t Get Fooled Again”, are weaker overall due to the added players. I love this album and never tire of it. Only today I discovered that Townsend’s main electric for these recordings was a Gretsch, a guitar I never would have associated with him. Now I need to go listen again…
Amazing!
Some standout tracks that break the mold and serve as stupendous arena rock anthems, but outside of the bookend tracks the remainder of the track list lacks the same substance and sounds cliched by comparison
“To win you I’d stand naked, stoned and stabbed” 66/100 Favorite: Bargain
Can skip the live
I could have sworn I didn't like The Who, but I can't think of a reason why - I guess I was just being contrary, because this is a phenomenal album.
who who im an owl
**Who's Next** by The Who, released in August 1971, stands as a landmark in rock history—a fusion of raw power, innovation, and emotional depth that both defined its era and transcended it. Below is an in-depth review focused on lyrics, music, production, themes, and influence, followed by a balanced assessment of its strengths and weaknesses. ## Background and Genesis The album emerged from the ashes of Pete Townshend’s ambitious but ultimately abandoned *Lifehouse* project, a planned multimedia rock opera intended to follow *Tommy*. The collapse of *Lifehouse* forced The Who to distill its best material into a more conventional album format, resulting in a work that is both conceptually rich and musically focused[1][2][3]. The core band—Roger Daltrey (vocals), Pete Townshend (guitar, keyboards, vocals), John Entwistle (bass, brass, vocals), and Keith Moon (drums)—was at a creative peak, supported by guest musicians like Dave Arbus (violin on “Baba O’Riley”) and Nicky Hopkins (piano). ## Lyrics and Themes **Rebellion, Disillusionment, and Identity:** The lyrics of *Who's Next* are marked by a deep engagement with themes of rebellion, personal and societal identity, and the cyclical nature of political change. The album’s most iconic track, “Won’t Get Fooled Again,” is a scathing critique of political revolution and false hope, encapsulated in the immortal line: > “Meet the new boss, same as the old boss.”[1][2][3] Townshend’s writing throughout the album reflects a retreat from the idealism of the 1960s, instead embracing skepticism and realism. “Baba O’Riley,” inspired by Townshend’s spiritual explorations and the teachings of Meher Baba, expresses generational alienation and a search for meaning in a chaotic world. The phrase “teenage wasteland” has become emblematic of youthful disillusionment[1][4][5]. **Introspection and Emotional Turmoil:** “Behind Blue Eyes” delves into isolation and misunderstood anger, its lyrics capturing the inner turmoil of a man burdened by expectations. The song’s structure—moving from gentle acoustic introspection to a cathartic, full-band outburst—mirrors the emotional volatility at its core[1][2][4][5]. **Self-Realization and Hope:** Tracks like “The Song Is Over” and “Getting in Tune” explore the search for personal authenticity and the enduring power of music as a source of hope and unity. The closing lines of “The Song Is Over” reference the central, unifying “note” from the abandoned *Lifehouse* project, suggesting that music itself is a means of transcendence and renewal[6]. ## Music and Arrangements **Innovative Use of Synthesizers:** A defining feature of *Who’s Next* is Townshend’s pioneering use of synthesizers. Far from mere embellishment, the synths are integral to the album’s sound. The opening of “Baba O’Riley” features an iconic, looping ARP synthesizer sequence, setting a futuristic tone that was groundbreaking for rock music at the time[2][5]. Synths also drive the tension in “Won’t Get Fooled Again,” providing both texture and propulsion. **Dynamic Range and Power:** The album is renowned for its dynamic contrasts. Songs shift seamlessly between soft, introspective passages and explosive, full-band assaults. “The Song Is Over” and “Getting in Tune” exemplify this, with Townshend’s gentle vocals giving way to Daltrey’s powerful declarations, supported by Moon’s thunderous drumming and Entwistle’s agile bass lines[2][6][5]. **Band Performance:** - **Roger Daltrey** delivers some of his finest vocals, blending vulnerability and raw power. - **Pete Townshend**’s guitar work is both aggressive and nuanced, while his keyboard and synth contributions expand the band’s sonic palette. - **John Entwistle**’s bass is melodic and inventive, particularly on his own composition “My Wife,” which provides comic relief and showcases his musicianship[2][5]. - **Keith Moon**’s drumming is chaotic yet precise, driving the band with unmatched energy. **Songwriting and Structure:** The album’s tracks are tightly constructed, with each song serving a distinct emotional and musical purpose. Even shorter songs like “Love Ain’t for Keeping” and “Going Mobile” are memorable, providing contrast to the epics that bookend the album[5]. ## Production **Glyn Johns’ Production:** The production, handled by Glyn Johns, is widely regarded as the best on any Who album[7]. Johns achieved a clarity and immediacy that places the vocals and instruments front and center, capturing the band’s live energy while allowing for studio experimentation. The sound is expansive and three-dimensional, with a “wall-to-wall” quality that immerses the listener[8]. **Sound Quality:** - **Presence and Immediacy:** Vocals are clear and commanding, never lost in the mix[8]. - **Punchy Bass and Drums:** The rhythm section is tight and impactful, with Moon’s drums and Entwistle’s bass given full weight. - **Transparency:** The mix allows for subtle details—synth textures, acoustic strums, and backing vocals—to shine through[8]. **Iconic Cover Art:** The album cover, inspired by the monolith from *2001: A Space Odyssey*, is both enigmatic and iconic, reinforcing the album’s sense of mystery and grandeur[1][3]. ## Influence and Legacy **Critical and Commercial Impact:** Upon release, *Who’s Next* was an instant success, topping the UK charts and reaching #4 in the US. It produced enduring hits like “Baba O’Riley,” “Behind Blue Eyes,” and “Won’t Get Fooled Again,” songs that remain staples of classic rock radio[3][5]. The album is frequently cited as one of the greatest rock albums ever, ranking highly on lists by *Rolling Stone*, *VH1*, and *Guitar World*[3]. **Influence on Rock and Beyond:** - **Synth Integration:** The album’s innovative use of synthesizers influenced countless artists and helped pave the way for electronic elements in rock music. - **Anthemic Songwriting:** The epic scope and emotional directness of tracks like “Won’t Get Fooled Again” set a template for stadium rock. - **Lyrical Depth:** Townshend’s blend of personal and political themes inspired later generations of songwriters. **Enduring Relevance:** Unlike some contemporaneous works, *Who’s Next* has aged remarkably well. Its themes of skepticism, self-discovery, and the quest for authenticity remain resonant, and its sound retains its freshness and power decades later[4]. ## Track-by-Track Highlights | Track | Key Features | |----------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | **Baba O’Riley** | Iconic synth intro, themes of alienation, explosive violin solo[1][5] | | **Bargain** | Spiritual longing, dynamic arrangement, standout guitar work[5] | | **Love Ain’t for Keeping** | Brief, acoustic-driven, showcases band’s versatility[5] | | **My Wife** | Humorous, energetic, Entwistle’s bass and brass[5] | | **The Song Is Over** | Emotional range, dual vocals, references *Lifehouse*[6][5] | | **Getting in Tune** | Shifts between introspection and catharsis, musical dynamism[5] | | **Going Mobile** | Upbeat, lighter tone, showcases band’s playfulness[5] | | **Behind Blue Eyes** | Haunting ballad, builds to cathartic release, introspective lyrics[1][5] | | **Won’t Get Fooled Again** | Epic closer, political critique, legendary scream, synth-driven[1][5] | ## Pros and Cons ### Pros - **Groundbreaking Use of Synthesizers:** Set a new standard for integrating electronic textures into rock[2]. - **Exceptional Musicianship:** Each band member delivers career-best performances; Daltrey’s vocals and Moon’s drumming are especially notable[2][7][5]. - **Powerful, Timeless Songwriting:** The lyrics are both personal and universal, with memorable hooks and anthemic choruses[1][2][4]. - **Cohesive Yet Varied:** The album balances hard rock, ballads, and humor, maintaining cohesion without monotony[2][4][5]. - **Superb Production:** Glyn Johns’ work ensures clarity, energy, and depth, capturing the band at their peak[7][8]. - **Cultural and Historical Significance:** Its influence on rock, both musically and thematically, is immense and enduring[3]. ### Cons - **Lack of a Unified Concept:** While the songs are thematically linked, the album lacks the narrative cohesion of *Tommy* or *Quadrophenia*, a result of its origins as a salvaged project[2]. - **Some Tracks Overshadowed:** The monumental status of “Baba O’Riley” and “Won’t Get Fooled Again” can make other songs seem less significant by comparison, even though the album is consistently strong[2][5]. - **Shorter Songs Feel Minor:** Tracks like “Love Ain’t for Keeping” and “Going Mobile,” while enjoyable, can feel slight next to the album’s epics[5]. - **Production Choices:** Some purists argue the synths and studio polish detract from the rawness of earlier Who recordings, though this is largely a matter of taste[2]. ## Conclusion *Who’s Next* is a towering achievement in rock music—a record that captures the energy, ambition, and emotional complexity of The Who at their peak. Its blend of technological innovation, lyrical depth, and sheer musical power has ensured its place as a touchstone for generations of musicians and fans. While not without minor flaws, its strengths far outweigh its weaknesses, and its influence continues to reverberate through popular music.
How many stars am i allowed to give to a record? if someone asked me what would be my top five all time albums... this one would get major consideration... every song a home run... all the singing and playing perfect... "Baba O'Riley"... "Bargain"... "Love Ain't For Keeping"... John Entwistle's "My Wife"... "The Song is Over", "Getting in Tune", "Going Mobile"... "Behind Blue Eyes"... then... then... i'll say it again... then... comes the piece de resistance... "Won't Get Fooled Again"... one of the greatest songs in world history.... to end one of the greatest RnR records in history... Pete Townshend, Roger Daltrey, The Ox, and the incomparable Keith Moon... Five Stars to infinity...
Incredible funk
A few catchy classics. Passionate and powerful. Some are less interesting.
I'm colored by my dad's music tastes, but I love this band, and the album did not disappoint. This album also has 2/3 CSI theme songs, so nice!
An album full of bangers. Great rock through and through. I wasn't bored for a second.
Too many basic songs in the middle of the album to earn five stars. Feel like lots of filler bookended by a couple bangers. They're sort of basic Rock in general, but when it works it works.
Klassikkokamaa. Who on niitä bändejä joiden biisejä on varmasti tullut kuultua mutta ei tiennyt että Whosta on kysymys.
Everyone knows this is a classic, but honestly I found this quite disappointing. It's a fine album, no doubt, but for something that has had praises sung about it far and wide - and is even considered a GOAT album - is this really it? The hits certainly make this thing, but what about the non-hits? They really didn't feel very special to me at all. Outside Baba O'Riley, Behind Blue Eyes, and Won't Get Fooled Again; can you REALLY say this album is perfect, or one of the best ever? I doubt it. This record is carried by those 3. It would be a damn mediocre album without them. If not to prove my point, they are all held at the very front and back of the records - so those other songs are the very DEFINITION of filler. Still, those 3 hits are bangers, no doubt. And the filler is pretty damn listenable. Good album, but not as amazing as I was expecting.
Finally, some good fucking food. The food in question being a bit of an inverted sandwich. All the tastiest parts of this album come on the front and back ends of the runtime, and while you’re not going to be put off by anything in there. It’s also just plain white bread at the end of the day. Always nice to hear this version of Behind Blue Eyes, I feel as though the Limp Bizkit one is all I hear in public anymore. The 2nd stretch with the harmony in the back is too good
‘Who’s Next’ is what I repeatedly think as I feverishly catch up on 200 missed reviews. Baba O’Riley, iconic, unforgettable, immortalised. Sublime instrumentals that go every which way. Behind Blue Eyes, better songwriting and vocals than Baba O’Riley. I liked the slower and more acoustic sound that builds up to the last third of the track, which came together really well. The ending of Won’t Get Fooled Again, hell yeah, I had no idea that scream came from this song. This album’s instruments are consistently on point, only let down by some more ordinary songs in the middle compared to the hits at either end. Highlights: Baba O'Riley, Bargain, Getting In Tune, Behind Blue Eyes
I seriously cannot hear the opening of Baba O’Riley without receiving psychic damage. Probably the same for Won’t Get Fooled Again. The royalties for these two tracks alone have probably built Pete Townshend multiple houses they’ve been used so frequently in film and TV. I think this is a rock solid album with very little to criticise.
Not the best by the Who imo, but still pretty gooooood. 7/10
After a few days and listens to let this bake in, I conclude that although the non-hits on here aren't remarkable per se, they are very very good. The hits on here bookend the listen and those three tracks are probably the best songs The Who, maybe even the entire British Invasion ever produced. Highlights: Baba O'Riley, Behind Blue Eyes, Won't Get Fooled Again
Meh
So good
Great start and end and the tracks leading off/into those are good too. Slight drift in the middle
So many classic who songs that I never knew were on the same album. Will def be adding this to the collection
This one really feels iconic. A lot of songs I didn't know I knew, or was at least a little familiar with.
One of the best albums ever made
Townsend's ambitious Lifehouse project was abandoned, and this album is the result - The Who probably set themselves up as a more straightforward rock band for the 70s in the process. The music is still thrilling for the most part - obviously, Moon is still behind the kit - but I can't help feeling the beat group, art-pop version of The Who from the previous decade is still the version I prefer.
Pretty good album but overhyped imo. Not the biggest fan of The Who tbh kinda get tired of Roger Daltreys voice. The bass on this album is pretty unreal but a lot of the songs don’t rlly grab my attention. However, the hits on this album are some of the biggest songs of the 70s so that is why this is getting 3 stars.
Good one
Liked the first and last tracks a lot, and generally like The Who, but the middle songs didn’t stand out as much to me.
La batería es una locura.
Nyeh,
the audacity of them to release a 9 hour deluxe edition is appalling
eh, very average dad rock
The most classic of rocks
Pretty solid. More ballad-y than I was expecting, but a lot of classic songs.
Rock, 1971 -> 3
Klassiker!
I can imagine these songs would be good live. Via headphones, though, the album is so boring.
This album shouldn’t have surprised me for how good it was because of its legendary status, but it surprised me still the same. I guess I have low expectations for 70s rock albums. Great stuff and will listen again.
Excellent album
liked it but a bit repetitive, i didn’t find anything special about it :/ would hear it again though
Opening track is a classic, the keys intro and then the strings at the end, bellissimo. The rest of the album 2-5 hasn’t been that exciting for me.
Favorites: Baba Oriley, getting in tune, won't get fooled again, behind blue eyes So rad, no skips, short album of long songs.
Baba O'Riley is a rock classic that is immediately recognizable. I had not heard the rest of this album. Behind Blue Eyes and Won't Get Fooled Again deserve being up there with Baba O'Riley. Bargain and Getting in Tune were underrated nice surprises. Overall, great album from a great classic rock group
chato
Who’s Next is an iconic record and contains some of the best songs The Who have ever recorded. There’s not a weak track on here, and it’s a good mix of shorter, traditional rock songs and their signature rock opera style. I also have a very soft spot for “Behind Blue Eyes” because of an inside joke between my mom and me. And “Won’t Get Fooled Again” might be one of the best closing tracks to any record ever. Easy 5 stars.
Opening SO strong with Baba O'Riley. I haven't ever listened to a Who album from beginning to end, I'm looking forward to it now. Oh shit I love that I have the option on Tidal to listen to it on Dolby. I wish I could listen to only Atmos. I should try and figure out how to do that. lol. I can see why the Who is one of the best rock bands ever. The songs, despite being sort of weird, the 70s roaring guitar and the sort of wandering long songs are great. That being said I don't know if this is necessarily my bag despite it being very good technically.
bangers on this record!
Dad rock doesn't typically do it for me, but this was much more interesting a listen than other Who records I've listened to. Some lulls, but an even mix of 3s and 4s. 3.5/5 - > 4/5
I’m on board with ‘Baba O’Riley,’ but I don’t think I’m a full-on The Who fan beyond that.
Generally I just find most 70s album rock to be kinda annoying and I dunno, dirty sounding, but not in a good way. More in like that dog-eared bargain-bin vinyl smell of mold and dust in an old record shop dirty where you have to wash your hands after browsing the crates. Just kinda tired, grimy, and played out. Or dirty like cruising in a Chevy El Camino with the windows down when it's 98 degrees out and your dad is wearing a tanktop while smoking Marlboro Reds, hot wind blowing armpit sweat and tobacco ash everywhere. 70s album rock on the shitty car stereo is the soundtrack of that. Maybe that vibe is some kinda heaven to someone else, but to me it's an aesthetic that I think I probably grew up with a little and find totally repellent now. Despite thinking Quadrophenia is a damn-near perfect film, I've never been a big fan of The Who, probably on account of my aforementioned overall distaste for the genre. Given that, I have to admit Baba O'Riley is a fucken epic track. Bold choice to open the record with it, because it gives such end-credits vibes. That said, many of the tracks on this record feel like they would be a good last song to close out an album, (The Song Is Over, Behind Blue Eyes, etc). It seems clear that these songs were part of a larger concept, as they seem to fit together as a whole pretty well. I am surprised to discover that I don't mind this record at all, even though I don't anticipate having a yen to listen to it much after this. A couple tracks are familiar already, and represent rock solid performances and songwriting. I would definitely give this five stars if it aligned with my personal tastes more. I especially appreciate the record cover art concept that is a literal piss-take.
A classic from my youth, and while I also enjoy Quadropehia, I probably consider this the best of the Who.
About as classic as it gets for "hard rock" albums. Between this and Tommy, I'm struck by The Who's knack for opening guitar riffs on their albums. A couple of the middle tracks are not my favorite, but the rest of it is so good I still easily give it 5 stars.
👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
classic rock vibes, pretty nice listen while driving
I think I get it, it just doesn't hugely appeal to me. Some of it is great, but it's just a bit proggy and 70's for me?
It's the Who. Some great music. Amazing lyrics. Powerful vocals. Classic songs.
Ok I think maybe I'm gonna vibe with this. Don't let me down The Who Baba O'Riley - Oh I know this opening riff, did not realize this is what the song is called. Very cool. In 1971 I bet this was fucking crazy to hear. Oh yeah this song rips. This is a banger. Bargain - The vocals and instrumentation on this album sound so good. The guitars sound AWESOME. Roger Daltrey sounds so good. Not my favorite song, but i still love the sound of it. Would never skip it. I dig the outros on the songs so far. Love Ain't For Keeping - This band is such a vibe, I'm sure they blew people away back then. Good little track, nothing crazy My Wife - The vocals sound quite different on this, is that Roger singing? Maybe someone else? But what a vibe. This is fun. The Song Is Over - Vibe switch up, much slower. Piano is nice. Not my favorite track so far, but it's over 6 minutes long, so maybe it switches up mid song too. Oh yeah here it goes. It's pickin up. Probably my least favorite track so far, but not awful. Getting In Tune - Something about this really resonates with me. Good melody, good sound overall. I like this one, banger. Going Mobile - BEEP BEEP. Cool guitar solo. It makes me laugh when he sings "going mo-bile" haha Behind Blue Eyes - I like the vocal harmonies a lot. Bro when the guitars and drums come in...hell fuckin yeah dude. This song bangs. Won't Get Fooled Again - The END the album with this fuckin song? Whoa, hell yeah. Great song that I've heard before, can't wait to listen to it again. MEET THE NEW BOSS, SAME AS THE OLD BOSS!!! LETS FUCKIN GOOOOO DUDE. Gave me goosebumps Overall - I was not let down by this album, great effort from The Who. Would definitely listen to it again. LOVE how the guitars sound on this, and the vocals are great.
CLASSIC!
Não gostei muito... Não sabia que a música do CSI Miami era tão antiga!
dad rock dad rock dad rock
Obviously a classic, but I was never able to get into The Who like other people. I had the greatest hits and that was more than enough for me. This album was well-represented on there. The hits on this album are of course great, but the rest does nothing for me. I wouldn't use ANY of them for CSI theme songs.
Ni modo, no hay excusas, y no debería haberlas.
What a fantastic album. I don't think I'd ever listened to it as a unit before. Amazing stuff.
Some classic songs. Almost a five, but it dragged a bit in the middle
Keith Moon is a master class in drumming.
Al principio igual fue más monótono pero iba mejorando cada canción sooo cool
I’ve had at least two albums from The Who and that’ll do me thanks, don’t need to hear another. I’ll give it 2 to be nice.
I didnt listen to all the songs on Spotify, because the deluxe version was the one linked and 2 hours would have really made me hate this. I kept to the original tracks. As it stands, I quite enjoyed this.
Pretty good. Nothing that really blew my socks off though. Baba O'Riley is a great song
Nah
Very easy to listen to with an absolute banger on first!
Baba O'Reilly is my favourite song of all time so delighted this was today's listen. My Wife is the weakest song - everything else is gold. Loved the reminder of how good the last couple minutes of 'The Song is Over' are. Hadn't remembered how good Getting In Tune is too. Love: "I'm singing this note 'cause it fits in well with the chords I'm playing, I can't pretend there's any meaning hidden in the things I'm saying, But I'm in tune" Hadn't noticed the 'beep beep' in Going Mobile; adorable. Also a (seemingly) rare example of an EXCELLENT album closing song.
-idk. i know this is an iconic album by an iconic band but it just didn’t do all that much for me… i found it to be a bit bland, very much what i’ve come to expect from the 70s rock sound but not exceptional -maybe im being too harsh and ik i’d probably enjoy it more with a second listen but as of now it didn’t stand out. first song is pretty good though -Favorites are Baba O’Riley and My Wife
Bookended by two amazing songs at the beginning and end. The five in between are great too, but they don't quite reach the heights of the top two and bottom two.
The who cares again? Ich biz meh wie letzt mal, aber care au noni zu fest, wills mer biz zu oldschool rockig isch. Und viel bliibe isch mer au ned. Also who’s next? Richtigi Frag! Los es nüm gross darum wider nur zwei whowho’s
who's next average album? The who. CHönt mir lose, wenn mer aber grad biz ungeduldig isch und biz drihschnupperet phalteds eim aber au nöd mega drinne. Hässlich ischs aber nöd gsi, darum es classy 3 puntos (eher underi bereich vum 3er)
baba o'riley isch en baba opening track de rest hed mi tendenziell eher chalt glah – nöd the whoere guet aber au nöd the whoere schlecht da öffne ich 3 dose the whondefuetter und gibs mim köter wüsseder wie er heisst? genau – the whogo
Who? I guess the singles are okay and if you like The Who you'll probably like this but it's not for me
6/10 I expected to like this more than I did. The opener and closer are stone-cold classics and lift it from a 4 to a 6. But everything in the middle just doesn’t really connect with me. I like individual bits of quite a lot, but I don’t think that all of the component parts actually gel together into a completely satisfactory whole except for on Baba and Won’t Get Fooled. If they did a whole album that used those as a starting point and went from there, they could have made something very special. Side note - Roger Daltrey just seems like a bit of a try-hard in places. Overall, it’s not bad, but I don’t think I’ll go back to many more tracks than the two aforementioned ones. I just think there were quite a few bands doing the more straight-forward rock stuff a lot better than this. Baba O’Riley - Banger. I’ve always thought the folky fiddle bit at the end is a bit weird though. Bargain - Decent bluesy rock song that lost me a bit in the softer parts and was too long. Love Ain’t For Keeping - Liked this one. Had a good groove and didn’t outstay its welcome. My Wife - This just wasn’t very interesting. The Song Is Over - I wish it had been over sooner. Somehow seems to meander along despite Keith Moon trying his best to inject a bit of drive. Thought it was finishing and it was only half way through. Getting In Tune - Paul McCartney seemingly took the best bits of this wrote ‘Live and Let Die’. It wasn’t bad and had a decent groove in places, but as a whole it just didn’t really do much for me. Going Mobile - Liked some of the Instrumental parts, but didn’t grip me as a song. Behind Blue Eyes - Again, a decent enough rock song, but not a keeper for me. Won’t Get Fooled Again - Another Banger. Didn’t feel as long as some of the much shorter ones because it was actually interesting and all of the transitions and sections were much more coherent.
Classic
Time to whip out the original LP I got of this one again. This is always gonna be an album I'll hold dear to me, listened to it a lot when I was just getting into classic rock. Every song here is a classic in its own right. The hit songs are well known and well regarded of course, but the deep cuts here like Bargain and Love Ain't For Keeping are amazing as well. The Beatles broke up, the Stones turned boring but The Who kept on making good albums well into the 70's.
Good album, quite a few recognizable hits. It was funny to realize that a lot of the songs are simply not named what I would have expected. The lead track, "Baba O'Riley" is a great example, I have gone my whole life thinking it was called teenage wasteland. "Behind Blue Eyes" I would have anticipated being "No One Knows What It's Like" based on the refrain, but the music itself is all well done. There wasn't a surprising track on the list, so it is thoroughly classic The Who
I really like the Who - but prefer them as a singles band and I have never been that fond of the rock opera leanings. This album opens/ closes with two absolute classic Who tracks - with Baba O'Riley being one of my all time favourite songs. The tracks in between are not quite as strong - but slowly work their charm and do just enough to make it a 5.
Who’s Next I was heavily into this album around 2003/2004, just after the deluxe edition CD came out. I remember buying it in Tower Records in Shibuya. Don’t look for it, it’s not there anymore (actually it's still there). It’s still my favourite of theirs. Although I like much of their earlier R’n’B and their psychedelic and rock opera periods this is probably the best combination of Townshend's conceptual endeavours (even though the full Lifehouse concept fell by the wayside) and their desire to straight ahead rock’n’roll. It is also their best sounding album I think, the early ones sound quite thin, and while Tommy sounded better this one sounds excellent. It’s probably Daltrey’s best recorded vocals, as well as his best singing. I think it also has some of Townshend’s best guitar playing, I love his bluesy acoustic on Love Ain’t For Keeping as well as his lead/rhythm amalgamation. The production and its place in the mix also highlights how integral Entwistle’s bass was to their sound, his playing is excellent throughout. And it has some of Moon’s most considered playing, even if he still does a lot, I really like his thumping march on The Song is Over and his rhythm pattern on Won’t Get Fooled Again in the early verses (and throughout) is superb. The synths are pretty interesting too, they are an important part of many songs, Baba O’Riley and Won’t Get Fooled Again most obviously, but they never go too overboard, they make up part of the texture of the record rather than being hugely prominent or purely for decoration. Baba O’Riley, Behind Blue Eyes and Won’t Get Fooled Again are rightly the big songs, but the rest of the album tracks, apart from perhaps My Wife are also excellent (even though I love the drums and the horns on My Wife, it’s the lyric and Entwistle’s vocals that sour it a bit). Bargain and Love Ain’t For Keeping are excellent after Baba O’Riley. The Song is Over and Getting in Tune are a great duo, particularly The Song is Over, I love the ‘searching for a note, pure and easy’ part. I suppose Going Mobile is a bit throwaway, but I do like it, particularly the treated guitar solo part. I’ve always loved Won’t Get Fooled Again, but it’s interesting listening to the lyrics now, how disillusioned they are for 1971, although I suppose the hippie dream had already soured by then. A classic album in the classic sense of a classic album, it’s a straightforward 5. 🧿🧿🧿🧿🧿 Playlist submission: Won’t Get Fooled Again
The first Who album I've heard that has a full rock sound but coupled with consistently fantastic tracks. The combined power of those two elements is elemental in its power. I wasn't too surprised to find out that most of the material here was intended for a Tommy follow-up. The songs have that air of grandeur - dramatic but not melodramatic; emphatic but not bombastic. The non-single tracks, far from being filler, are top quality. 'Bargain' is something of a take on 'Won't Get Fooled' but Rog's high note is one hell of a moment. Deserves the knighthood just for that. Never really loved the Who, save for a few singles. Love this album.
As opposed to the other Who album I got a few days ago, I felt that this really captured the essence of the band well. This is The Who at its best with great tracks all around. I would say that some of the tracks in the middle were not as great as the big hits off this album, but they still held up as good songs.
4 stars 2 of the greatest rock n roll songs of all time bookend this album. And a few other pretty good tracks too. But that’s not enough to make a perfect album. A great album, sure. But the middle of the album just left me eager for the end.
84/100. A hard rock classic packed with timeless tracks. The production still holds up impressively well, and the sound remains powerful and energetic.
It has been 30 days since I've had an album worthy of anything over a 3. Who would break the streak? Who woulda thunk it? The Who! 4.
Obvious classic, much holds up for me, some does not.
Who's next? Who knows? I have such a mixed relationship with this band. And what a band they were: John Entwistle, Keith Moon, and Pete Townshend were exceptional players — smart, enthusiastic, excessive, and tasteful only when it counted. Sometimes all in the same song. Live, they leaned harder into the musical chaos, and I'm always here for that, but today I'm holding my review to just the studio tracks. Who's missing from my review so far? Roger Daltrey. I know most of the lyrics are Townshend's, and maybe that's why Daltrey sometimes lacks presence and an ability to reach the listener (especially in the verses). To my ear, he only really adds something on a few tracks. And sometimes Pete's lyrics are just too goofy for me. I'm open to weirder, more conceptual writing, but these songs often lean too hard on character and narrative at the expense of immediate connection (i.e. the stories can feel forced). Couple that with the occasional song that doesn't shift out of its groove enough, and that's when The Who are just a mid question mark. And yet, and yet, The Who are special. Their mastery of dynamics is eternal — a rock and roll template — those well-timed pushes, accents, and rests. Wildly sustained chords. And the way they build to a crescendo with crashing guitars and bombastic drums, while the bass both anchors and augments it all with melodic runs? What is that, if not the sound of a band playing with explosives? When they increase tempo mid-song, like at the end of Getting in Tune, it's like a controlled detonation. And then, there's that opening to Baba O'Riley with the synth loop driving the theme while each instrument enters and the band kicks in. It's combustive. It's one of the most memorable intros of this era in rock. It's The Who. Finally, in this album, that they recall that synth sound in Won't Get Fooled Again is a clever and rewarding return for an excellent close-out track that is both measured in megatons and well-crafted. So, yeah. It's a flawed classic. My opinion on them will always be a bit mixed but I'm more a fan than not. And, while this isn't my favorite album by them, there are standout, time-honored bangers here. Who's Next? Only The Who knew.
Good!
7/10 Highlights: Won't Get Fooled Again Baba O'Riley My Wife Getting in Tune
A stadium-sized statement from a band caught between rock opera ambition and raw power. 𝘞𝘩𝘰’𝘴 𝘕𝘦𝘹𝘵 refines The Who’s sound into a tight, muscular form, blending synthesizers, power chords, and existential angst without losing their edge. 𝘉𝘢𝘣𝘢 𝘖’𝘙𝘪𝘭𝘦𝘺 and 𝘞𝘰𝘯’𝘵 𝘎𝘦𝘵 𝘍𝘰𝘰𝘭𝘦𝘥 𝘈𝘨𝘢𝘪𝘯 are thunderous anthems, but the album’s heart beats just as loud in the quieter moments. And let’s be honest — 𝘉𝘦𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘥 𝘉𝘭𝘶𝘦 𝘌𝘺𝘦𝘴 is far more affecting in its original form than in that Limp Bizkit version. Not flawless, but undeniably iconic.
This album was really good, and ahead of its time. I really liked the use of synthesizers and other more unusual instruments, and the first two and last two songs were amazing. This reminded me of a cross between Jethro Tull, Yes, and Bruce Springsteen. I super respect this album and think it has the caliber to be 5 stars, but I just don't personally connect with it enough for that. Favorite Track: Baba O'Riley
Great Album.
Baš jako loš zvuk album, ne kužim šta se tu dogodilo, ali baš mi je bilo neslušljivo. Još je remaster, lol. Bubnjevi zvuče ooooočajno. 1/5, 1/10
Classic
The best of the albums by this band that I’ve had to listen to. Beautifully produced and so of a time. Atmospheric too.
"And, like, one and one don't make two, one and one make one." Words of wisdom from the Who.
It is not The Who's fault that We Won't Get Fooled Again was used in the cold opening of CSI:Miami, or their fault that "meet the new boss..." has become a pop cultural cliche and a vulgar political phrase for morons to overuse. It's not The Who's fault that Baba O'Riley is used at seemingly every sporting event. It's not The Who's fault that Limp Bizkit thought it was a good idea to cover Behind Blue Eyes. But a lot of people seem to hold it against this album that it has had such a far reaching presence in our pop culture. Nonsense. It's a testament to the outstanding quality of these songs. We all just have to live with some of the unfortunate bycatch.
The Who is one of those groups that I've always been aware of but never listened to. Let's see what all the fuss is about First track seems to be their most famous and...it's ok! I was expecting to love it, maybe more listens will do the trick, but this left me kind of underwhelmed. Love the ending though. This is the most dad rock I've ever heard hahaha Again, this second track's cool, I'm just not impressed. Maybe the fame these guys have game me some unfair expectations, but yeah. My favourite parts of both songs have been their endings. "The Song is Over" is the first track i like all the way through, even if the beginning and other parts with different vocals the best. I don't know enough about this band to know who's who, but the vocals have been a part of why I couldn't like the previous songs. I prefer the vocals here, even in the parts where the same guy from the other tracks is singing. Getting in Tune was good too! I don't know if I'm just not in the mood for this, or if I'm just being a hater for no reason, but man this is just not hitting. It's crazy, cause I feel like Going Mobile should leave more of an impact, but as is it's doing nothing for me (like most of the album). I had no idea that the "No one knows what it's like" song was from here what the hell. Oh ok. Sure, it's in that group of songs that I have a difficult time taking seriously because of its existence as a meme, but it is good! Won't Get Fooled Again is good, but at the 4 minute mark it has already overstayed its welcome, and there are 4 more minutes to go so... Yeah, after the first few tracks I was just waiting for this to be over... Having said that, the second half is much better than the first! So, I am a bit surprised at the reception that this album seems to have had, considering what I just heard. It's not bad. At all. It's just not exciting. Maybe if this was the first rock album I ever heard I'd like it better. But the thing is that many better rock albums had been released in 1971. So I can't even use the "good for its time" excuse. Yeah, don't know what else to say. I'm listening to the first track again and I do like it better. But overall the album just doesn't make mee feel much. Yeah. Not for me I guess. Bye
This is one of their better albums, particularly because it's not a live recording. My previous review gave it a 4, I think I'll stick with that.
baba orielly
Some great songs, the rest hasn’t stood the test of time
Goeie intro, verder prima te beluisteren.
Paar lekkere nummertjes, gewoon goed voor af en toe.
Who's Next is peak The Who for me. "Baba O'Riley" and "Won't Get Fooled Again" stand as some of the greatest anthems ever written, and "Behind Blue Eyes" and "The Song is Over" offer a softer side to these rockers. The choice to abandon concept albums was a wise one, as a shorter album of good songs proves more potent. There is, however a slight lull in the record appears in Entwhistle-led "My Wife". Overall, absolutely necessary. A best for The Who.
piss album but really, this album is really good. not the best of classic work, i feel like the vocals could be better, but damn some of these songs are iconic for good reason
The version of the album I listened to was sooo looooong. The deluxe edition includes the live performances. 2h 33 min!!! 😩 They are lucky that I like them enough to listen to it all. 😂
I don't like this band
All who albums are getting a 1 star for noncing.
Much better than that terrible concept album
This album has my all time favourite Who track, “I won’t get fooled again’. This is a lovely album that reflects its times. Baba O’Riley and behind blue eyes would be familiar to most, and for a good reason. To me this was the scream at the Hippie movement for getting the world’s hope up and failing without a whimper. Don’t get fooled again-you look after you is what this one says to me
Absolute classic rock staple.
good classic rock with a touch of experimentation
Very okay. Extremely okay. The okayest album I’ve heard this week. 3/5
Such a good album. Three songs that I knew, all of which are great songs. Easy 5/5
AND NOWWWWWWWW FOR YOUR CHICAGO BULLS… Baba O’Riley is as iconic as they come, but the rest of Who’s Next is that of a good album. The aforementioned Baba O’Riley combines with Won’t Get Fooled Again to create two of the finest bookends an album can have, with Behind Blue Eyes and Song Is Over presenting great value, but the rest of the album pales in comparison to these four songs. Rock, and all its constituencies, is clearly home for me, I gravitate towards this more than anything else. The Who? Delightful, Three Stars.
++: Baba O'Riley, Bargain, My Wife, The Song Is Over, Getting in Tune, Going Mobile, Won't Get Fooled Again +: Love Ain't for Keeping +-: Behind Blue Eyes 9,0/10
This is pretty great and it has Baba O-reily. The thing with the Who is that they play the most classic of classic rock. They are the vanilla ice cream of rock bands. They are great, but I have an affinity for the more avante garde and eccentric work. So I just can never get that into The Who. Tommy had the same thing going on.
This is the hit single album from the Who, and it shows. It's not got the intellectual highs and lows of Tommy or the big plan but it has their real strengths on display the whole time. Keith Moon is a monster on this album and the first and last tracks just bookend a great performance with absolutely legendary ones. Everyone else's work is great but the drumming is on another planet. I can't say I disliked anything on this album, only that I liked a few songs more than others (note I didn't listen to the 10 hour long rerelease, just the original tracks). It's classic, it's rock and roll, it's fucking great. I loved it.
Hey, it's that song that's in everything. I definitely thought it was named "Teenage Wasteland". From The Girl Next Door to Family Guy, to CSI NY, from UFC to Need for Speed to the official song of Joey Chestnut, this song has legs. The rest of the album is good too.
Legendary record. Absolutely the best thing The Who ever did, and some of the best songwriting Townshend ever produced. The middle sags a little bit, but it's literally impossible not to have some sag when the bookends are some of the most epic anthems ever produced.
A perfect album
Classic dad rock gem. Outstanding start and end and a decent middle. Fav tracks (obviously): Baba O'Riley and Behind Blue Eyes
Joe Pera was so right about Baba O'Riley! 5/5
Giving this 4 stars because there are 3 ALL TIME classics and bangers on this album. I think Baba O'Riley is one of the greatest songs ever made. Besides those 3 songs, the others are a bit more run of the mill. Still good, but nothing insanely special.
I liked it. The version of it I listened to was way too long though.
This was necessary. I respect Tommy immensely but I dont like it. I think this record, and all of its hits, was necessary for The Who. Covered on the Are You Listening? Podcast in 2025 as part of a draft of The Who's discography.
classic rock isn’t my genre of choice but i have no idea how i never listened to this when it was. i was missing out. even now this is great. I was low-key half asleep for some of it but man I forgot how good good ol classic rock can be
Classic Who? Best album in their Discography!
Who’s Next - The Who A longtime favourite of mine. There’s so many classic tracks on here with no duds. Top Track - Either Behind Blue Eyes or Bargain
Every time I hear the start of Baba O'Riley, I think it's going to build into one of the greatest ever rock songs. But it never does.
Not a fan of The Who, but this one's ok
Near perfect mix of rock anthems and piano ballads. I've been a Wholigan my whole life. 4th of July 2003 I asked my mom what that "teenage wasteland" song was about. She told me "woodstock", but "more importantly its by the who". No skip album that served as the basis of my music taste. I love it, Quadrophenia my all time favorite who album but this one is pretty damn great. Fun fact I own this album in every form of media. Vinyl, CD, MP3, and on Streaming.
One of my favorite albums ever. And certainly one of the best ever. For of the best and most influential rock musicians at the top of their game. If you don't get chills with that "YEAH!" then I'm sorry, but rock music isn't your thing.