The Who - Tommy (Side 2) | REACTION

[@marksimpson1991]

Just realized. You guys are the only reactors I will listen to all the way through video. All due to your sincerity, intelligence, and knowing how to keep it concise. Keep it up.

[@lesblatnyak5947]

So true, and usually I'm lieing on the floor from laughing. Like to smoke one with em.

[@GaryColemanNC]

WORD!!!❤

[@AirplayBeats]

Thanks yall!!

[@benhinds2971]

I love that they just didn't want to stop until they heard the rest. That's the way I felt about albums when I was young. It has the same effect on adults.

[@benhinds2971]

Producers are just a another type of musician. Musicians don't just play cause they love it. They almost have to do it, in a weird perspective.

[@mikemurphy1700]

In the movie Tina Turner turns in a stellar performance as The Acid Queen !!!!!!

[@DerekDerekDerekDerekDerekDerek]

WHY WOULD YOU SPOIL IT?!?!?

[@tomenrico6199]

I believe that Patti LaBelle also sang the song in live concert performances with the Who.

[@tonygreene3941]

A decidedly more aggressive vocal delivery and in my opinion a much better more fitting performance in regard to the story, a great performance

[@frederickpando9444]

Yes, she did. I saw the WHO, with an All-STAR cast in support, perform Tommy at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles in 1989 and Patty sang the role of the Acid Queen. @@tomenrico6199

[@Frankincensedjb123]

A couple of points of note. First, the abuse in the album is based on Townshend's real-life experiences. He was abused as a child. His maternal grandmother denied him food and held his head underwater in a tub at the age of six. Some years later he was even sexually abused by two scout leaders at a camp for kids, thus Tommy being beaten and abused by his uncle, and his visit to a camp. And let's not forget the abuse by the Acid Queen (played by Tina Turner in the movie). Also, you said that this was different from the earlier Who, and for good reason. At one point, he was at a Holiday Inn when he believed that he heard the voice of God. He also had an out-of-body experience on a plane, saying that he felt himself floating and looked down at his body in the seat below him, thus the spiritual aspect of Tommy. Townshend is one unusual, tormented, and inspired artist. Genius never comes easy to those who possess it.

[@VintageWanderer]

Thanks for the background story on this. Cheers

[@sheila1965troubles]

You nailed it. Tommy is a classic rock masterpiece and one that came from a great deal of shame and anger from Townshend. He rightly so felt rage and hurt by what happened to him and channeled into one of the best pieces of rock music ever produced. You can feel it not just in the writing but the music itself is so expressive of Townshend's thoughts/feelings about what happened to him growing up.

[@lesblatnyak5947]

Reminds me of me

[@PipeMan1792]

You need to review the 'Who Live At Leeds' Deluxe version. It's considered one of the greatest live albums ever. If you want to hear the Who rocking their hardest ever, you need to do all of us, and you guys a favor.

[@bjwnashe5589]

Yes! That's the one.

[@petervandervlies6427]

Absolutely, best ever. 💪👍😁

[@moving9071]

Co-signed. Waaaaayyy better than the studio version. Every track on the deluxe cooks.

[@CANDOKNOWHOW]

I’ve suggested it a few times on here, but they went for the rock opera first, which makes sense and is cool and all, though I feel it’s a bit too clean overproduced compared to the absolute explosive overthetop fury of Live at Leeds DELUXE. Overall, I think it’s better they started here.. knowing that if they ever do venture through LAL DLX it’s gonna completely blow em back in their seats. The songs with the two “Sparks” interludes are just phenomenal (“My Generation” and most especially, for me, “Amazing Journey”!).. whereas, “Sparks” here is really nice, but falls a bit flat, and really feels kinda uneventful in comparison. On one of the other threads months back, I suggested LAL DLX and the other guy was shooting me down saying Deluxe was unnecessary, claiming the original was enough, but I wholly disagree with this notion, as since the release of the deluxe full concert, the original single LP release seems incredibly lacking in its omissions.

[@chopa2less]

You should really listen to "My Generation" on the Live at Leeds album. It is a medley that includes several songs, or parts of songs, from Tommy, and it rocks hard. You might want to listen to the entire "Live at Leeds" album.

[@vicprovost2561]

Live at Leeds should be their next album reaction, it would blow them away, especially the My Generation jam, incredible! 🎸

[@CANDOKNOWHOW]

They should really do the ENTIRE Live At Leeds Deluxe Version for the full concert. The single LP just feels like a let down in comparison now.

[@BrixtonTone]

Wow ! just reminded me that from the mid 60's onward, we weren't just chewing bubblegum any more !

[@AirplayBeats]

😂 thanks for rocking with us my friend. Have a wonderful weekend.

[@stevesyverson8625]

Well done gentlemen. You have a broad knowledge of music appreciation. Can’t wait to check out so much on your channel! Audio!

[@salmuscles]

Hi La and Che …in the early 70’s we didn’t need video games didn’t need cell phones didn’t need social media and the internet…. all we needed was a good album a turntable a pair of headphones and a fat joint … and we never got bored just sitting for hours listening to great music…. 😊

[@waynedurning8717]

You forget the glimpses of evil you had brushes with when you were a kid. Then you listen to this.

[@cindyrussell2028]

The genius of Pete Townsend

[@CuriousGeorge1111]

You're seeing the metamorphosis of The Who into their peak, overwhelming, pure form. Townsend said that they played Tommy with a passion and commitment that transformed The Who into a juggernaut. Live At Leeds was recorded in the same period and likewise The Who are astonishingly powerful and transcendent. It's widely regarded as one of the best live albums. You're my favorite reactors, and what a joy it is to see you listen to the fundamental music of my youth. All the best.

[@m.gideonhoyle409]

I maintain that you've never really heard The Who until you listen to Live at Leeds... Just an unbelievably powerful live band.

[@thegrokkingchair4736]

Also a must, The Who Live At the Isle of Wight 1970. Townshend considers their best live performance.@@m.gideonhoyle409

[@bostonwhofan]

Pete Townshend was just 23 years old when he wrote Tommy. The Tommy album escalated The Who from a nice pop band from London into international superstar rock Gods when it was released. And as great as the Tommy album is, in my opinion, Quadrophenia is even better. It was release about 4 years after Tommy, but you can notice how much each member of the band progressed in their musicianship and singing in those 4 years. If you want to see The Who performing part of Tommy live at Woodstock, check out this crystal clear audio and video of them performing a blistering version of "Sparks": kzbin.info/www/bejne/i6jRq2tvjbakeck Pete's leaping E-chord at the 3:54 point of that video is unbelievable.

[@paxonearth]

It's staggering how much great music was made by people still in their 20's. Virtually every legendary band/artist created their best and most iconic music before they were 30 years old.

[@joelliebler5690]

What makes this whole album so great is that it is the first rock opera with the genius storytelling through the music by Pete Townsend!The album is much more creative than the movie was. The movie was more about accentuating the music by some all star rock stars telling in an obtuse way the story!My older brother took me to see the New York City Ballet perform this story in Manhattan back in 1970 when I was only 20 years old. I became a WHOLE fan for life from then on!

[@asdfqwer1234zxcv]

This album has 4 sides on the vinyl version, double album. One of the first albums I bought on my first trip to the record store as a teen.

[@gregcable3250]

BTW, in the 1990s Pete Townshend and the rest of the band (but mostly Pete) created this as a Broadway show, which I saw, and it was terrific--not onl,y did they have a full orchestra in the orchestra pit in front of the stage, but also a 5 piece rock band--guitar, drums, bass, keyboards--really killer--won a lot of Tony Awards. Hoping they do a revival soon and maybe you guys could then see it.

[@benhinds2971]

One definition of "Great" in this musicians perspective, is a piece of music that makes you more aware of what IS possible and sparks ideas of your own. That's when music becomes a gift to it's future. And this was '69.

[@324cmac]

The Who too? You guys are killing it today!

[@timcardona9962]

Great reaction - you guys are really killin' it with the Tommy deep dive! Wait until you hear some of these songs from a live album, like Live at Leeds. They will kick your ass lol

[@davescurry69]

Guys, if you check out any of the live video clips of The Who performing the songs from TOMMY during 1969-70, it adds another dimension to the material, as The Who were an entirely different beast on-stage. The movie is great, but of the 3 different versions of TOMMY, the movie version comes in third behind them playing it live, then the original album. It's still worth a look though.

[@cshubs]

This was one of the first 5 albums I bought, ca 1982.

[@ML-un1oi]

Great album. Thanks for a excellent reaction fellas! Appreciate you 🙏 ❤

[@douglasg.9271]

Another way to experience this is by watching the 25th anniversary live concert of Tommy. With Elton John, Patty Labelle, Steve Winwood, Billy Idol, and Phil Collins. It’s great.

[@dougd.7689]

What you should really check out is a performance from 1989 in California. It might have been a benefit concert. The drummer they had at the time, Simon Phillips, will knock your socks off! They also had guest performers: Steve Winwood was the hawker, Patti Labell was the acid queen (and stole the show), Phil Collins was wicked Uncle Ernie, Billy Idol was cousin Kevin, and Elton John was the pinball wizard!

[@morbiouslenoir]

Can't wait till you guys do the movie. Someone should tell you about the baked beans and Ann-Margret.

[@wadehines9971]

You gotta react to Tina Turner's cover of Acid Queen. I mean Pete Townsend did it well but Tina owned it.

[@membysteph64]

Che and La damn you guys are phenomenal. Another fantastic reaction. Love your perspective on every aspect of the way the album is made. Keep up the great work guys. I am getting ready to send you a donation for an album review. Can you give me a ballpark figure of what I should send you. I don’t want to disrespect you.

[@AirplayBeats]

Just let us know what album. We don’t need a donation. Just give us a little time to get to it

[@membysteph64]

@@AirplayBeats please gentlemen I insist on donating to your channel guys. You are the most honest and dynamic reactors on KZbin. I want to donate please let me do so.

[@AirplayBeats]

@@membysteph64 We appreciate that!! On each video there is a Thanks button where you can donate any amount. Should be near the like or subscribe buttons

[@fenderchamp8241]

Live at Leeds, My Generation. It is not the 2 and half minute single version but a 15 minute scorcher with many different chord changes and blistering guitar work

[@alanfine9825]

The first Rock Opera, and a couple of years later, Quadrophenia .Townsend is a genius, and their evolvement as a rock band is truly unique.

[@scruffyroses2796]

Such an amazing and one of a kind rock opera. The album is amazing but wait till you see the movie! Clapton, Tina Turner, Elton John, Ann Margaret. You see exactly the story behind what caused Tommy's afflictions, how he came thru, became a hero then, like all of them, was turned on. Very touching, gripping & it highlighted the abuse nobody dared speak of back then. Love you guys! You have such respect, don't talk thru it (or sing along) & your observations are excellent. So glad I found you guys 😀

[@-R.Gray-]

Another aspect of this story is that parts of it parallel aspects of the life of an Indian guru, Meher Baba, who Pete Townsend followed. Another Who song "Baba O'Riley" refers to him and avant garde keyboardist Terry Riley. Meher Baba went through an awakening experience, brought on by an encounter with a mystic, where he was made temporarily almost comatose, and out of contact with the ordinary world (deaf, dumb, and blind). When he regained regular consciousness, he seemed like a different person, and had all of these spiritual teachings said to have been acquired in that other dimension. Parts of the Tommy story, written by Townsend, resemble the guru's story.

[@MikeytheGeek7711]

Sparks is incredible live, especially their performance at Woodstock. You gotta watch them perform these songs from Tommy at Woodstock.

[@jamesvomsaal3814]

In Tommy the movie the Ace Queen was played by Tina Turner . My fav off this album is the Amaising Journey

[@marcribe6483]

FYI: The movie too is a rock opera. In other words, instead of normal conversation, people burst in song. Its a musical directed by Ken Russell who became somewhat renown for "Tommy - The Movie" and "Lisztomania" a film about 19th-century composer Franz Liszt and also starring Roger Daltrey.

[@KevinGannon-r3k]

Couldn't think of a better way to spend my snowy afternoon re-listening to this heavily medicated. Snow storm in Pa.

[@petervandervlies6427]

You got me with the "HE'S AN ASSHOLE"😂😂😂 And it came from the heart😅 Watch the Movie, guys,it's good fun. Keith Moon as Uncle Ernie is creepy and funny too. Tina Turner is just awesom as the Acid Queen. Thanks for this one, loved it. 👍😁👊

[@davidburton9136]

Others here have already said it, but you'd love Live at Leeds. That's pure raw Keith Moon energy on that, and he was magnificent. All the band members were clicking that night...the best live album ever, IMHO.

[@steve-qe1sv]

Late 70’s early 80’s this was made into a play that ran on Broadway. I heard it’s back and traveling the states. Be on the lookout for it, well worth seeing live.

[@williamlee1153]

Right on fellows. Appreciate that.

[@gregcable3250]

Just imagine a group of rock musicians in their early 20s thinking, hey, let's write an opera--a rock opera--about a deaf, dumb and blind kid with otherworldly pinball skills and lets just see where we go from there. Then they had to fight their record company to do it--hey, in the 60s, following the lead of, who else, The Beatles, bands would follow their artistic senses and say to record companies, "take it or effing leave it, we're running this show, now." The ones who did this all inevitably point to The Beatles who did just that, and had the juice to do it. "Hey, why not us?"

[@27thangel23]

Tina Turner is the Acid Queen in the movie who busts his cherry. Keeping it real. Peace, love and bellbottoms from Canada.

[@xinehat]

If you see them perform this live in 1969 you would 1,000% recognize it as the Who you know. It's INSANE how different it is. It's a testament to how amazing they are that the same band, with the same music, in the same year can create 2 completely different experiences.

[@had64198]

Quadraphenia is a great album also!!

[@jstephano5341]

Guy you are nailing this your reactions are so filled with reality and emotion- proud of you digging into this

[@scottderechinsky9896]

These musicians are legends. You can't call legends the drummer, The singer, The guitarist... The beast on drums is KEITH MOON. The GOAT of Bass Guitarists is JOHN ENTWISTLE. The powerful lead vocals are sung by ROGER DALTREY. The songwriter, composer, lead guitarist and singer is the musical genius PETE TOWNSHEND. Now you know these Legends' names. 👍

[@earthbob]

In the film version of "Tommy" Tina Turner is the "Acid Queen", and her version of the song is tremendous. If You have the opportunity, check out the film and its many great musical performers.

[@rebeccasimmers3107]

Been anxiously awaiting side 2!

[@johnmcbarron7282]

don't wait to see the movie (it's good) if you can see the play. The play is great!

[@hoovgroov1571]

Watching the movie is a must see how many artist that you can pick out.Great music and visuals

[@garymoore9518]

If you can find the video of this great group performing this entire album live, watch it! Amazing, especially the most recent!

[@perrymalcolm3802]

Love u guys n sharing ur journey!

[@michaeljohns3445]

Keith Moon is the drummer. He plays Uncle Ernie in the movie

[@bobcorbin3294]

"he's a molester"no not yet, he doesn't meet Uncle Ernie(who is played by Kieth Moon in the film) untill side 3.Cousin Kevin and Uncle Ernie being the only two songs on the Album written by the Bassist John Entwhistle.

[@rbking9296]

In the movie you’ll be surprised who the acid queen is also can’t wait till y’all get to The Who’s Next album next to the Beatles The Who is my favorite band with Who’s Next being my favorite album by them

[@dogporchdogporch171]

You are the first reaction channel that's worth subscribing to. Can't wait to see what else you guys are doing.

[@danielb2993]

Great story. I loved the "Kevin was an asshole" comment.

[@doriwiljt]

Can't wait for you guys to watch this movie. Btw Tina Turner plays the acid queen. Ann Margaret plays Tommy's mother. Elton John plays the Pinball Wizard

[@thomas-w6j2q]

Tina Turner sings Acid Queen In the Movie. You guys would love it.

[@gustavogutierrez9086]

Piece of tail and LSD from the Acid Queen, Tina Turner in the movie. Come on… one night with the Queen of rock n’ roll… hot legs, yeah! Also, great reaction, gents!

[@davidmorgan5312]

Guy's loving your reaction to this iconic album. Like the way your both listening to different aspects of the music. Cousin Kevin is an Arsehole wait till you get to Uncle Ernie he's something else. Roll on side 3.

[@tass9329]

Tina turner is the Acid Queen in the movie!

[@buzzwerd8093]

He seen a murder as an infant and they shut him up and down. You didn't see it, you didn't hear it....

[@davescurry69]

You guys must react to The Who's WHO'S NEXT and QUADROPHENIA albums. I put both of them ahead of TOMMY.

[@tago69mago671]

Just recently watched their full set from Woodstock where they played most of this album sprinkled with some other goodies. Absolutely blew me away how good they were! Definitely check out the movie. Think you'll love it. The music is totally different from the album and think you'll be surprised.

[@StephenWatson-p7l]

I love your guys' reactions to everything, especially the little nuggets on bass and drums most people miss. Dude have you guys reacted to Fool's Gold by Stone Roses?

[@docnflossie7351]

If you really want to see the who in overdrive the tanglewood and Isle of Wight concerts have been remastered by someone. Both are breathtaking ❤🎉😊😊😊😊🎉❤

[@bastark6926]

I think it's fantastic that you guys appreciate this work of art. Finish the album then watch the movie. It'll blow your minds!!

[@rickmts]

Townsend on vocals and Moon drumming kills on side two

[@77bevo]

Your side 1 review didn't capture "Underture". A real tour de force from Keith Moon. Check it out .

[@tonytony5380]

That's because underture is on side 2

[@77bevo]

Thanks. Apparent incorrect Web search results. My bad.

[@vicprovost2561]

Another great side from that classic album. Continue and enjoy! 🎵🎸🎤🎹🎶

[@vicprovost2561]

Sparks live is utterly amazing, it is a monster in Live at Leeds.

[@VIDSTORAGE]

Tina Turner played the Acid Queen in the film Tommy ,it is wild

[@barnestorm2004]

Yup, Tommy was a New Thing to us, then. I went on first date to see it, on acid.

[@barnestorm2004]

Tina, The Acid Queen hits extra hard when you're actually doing acid when you first see her.

[@tomkephart8352]

The movie is a very 70’s movie. I am not a big fan of the movie. The Who is one of my favorite bands of all time. I am 56 now got this album when I was about 13. Loved it ever since.

[@sheila1965troubles]

The movie definitely kept some of the more controversial parts out for obvious reasons but it still holds up if only for all of the musical and movie stars in it and the phenomenal jobs they did with singing the band's songs.

[@joescott8877]

The movie is not a masterpiece (The album is, especially for being sort of revolutionary, altho, yeah, "Underture" gets a little "indulgent" or whatever), but it's damned entertaining. Jack Nicholson's in it. Tina Turner plays "The Acid Queen." Roger Daltrey (singer) plays Tommy really well, and yes, the Cousin Kevin and other type scenes are fairly disturbing, but bearable. Elton John sings a song in it, in outrageous Elton fashion. Sexy Ann Margaret has a cameo, and you'll never think about baked beans the same way again!

[@joescott8877]

OK, I'm back from speed re-watching some of Tommy, lol. It's STILL not a masterpiece, imo, but not only is it "damned entertaining" as I said above, but quite moving, really, and just wildly good and great in some parts! The director has a "VISION." ANd "sexy Ann Margaret" has much more than a cameo, she plays Tommy's mother, and is amazing in the role (Well, of course!). The songs are all sung and played differently. A true "Musical." Not one spoken word. Brilliant stuff.

[@OlTrev]

Hmm, this reminds me of the Metallica song One, that's based off of an independent film from the 70s called Johhny Got His Gun. It's about a boy who goes off to war and loses his 4 limbs and his whole face. I think he can only hear and feel but can't communicate at all with the outside world. That shit is like Twilight Zone/Black Mirror. I think it is available to watch on KZbin for free. And the song is pretty good too, as someone who isn't a metal fan in general.

[@tonytony5380]

You'd swear keith moon had 8 arms..lol

[@davidcampbell4174]

Imagine how much more he would have drank with 8 arms.

[@Alerivas1971]

This whole album live is other superior level. The who live at isle of wight festival 1970 it's the climax.

[@jonathanlocke6404]

I was really glad you could appreciate something like "Christmas"...A lot of people don't. This is kind of what I think of when I hear the term "art rock"...It's hard, it's melodic, but it's a little avant-garde...

[@benhinds2971]

This is a guess, but I think most of the people who love this so much have also heard it live. That's a different ball game. So if you are on the fence about this one, I would suggest listening or/watching it live circa 1969-73. The Isle of Wight Festival 1970 is good.

[@coopm3087]

There's a movie called Tommy too starring Roger daltrey and it has the music from the album

[@ElGordo1959]

Keef the loon, Moon was really an octopus in disguise! 🙃

[@waynemoon5359]

Thanks Guys.

[@bobdelp2023]

THEY HAD A FEW CONCEPTUAL ALBUMS LA & CHE, ONE YOU NEED TO DO BESIDES THIS IS : QUADROPHENIA 👍😊 BUT YEAH THE FILM ( TOMMY ) WAS GREAT TOO, JUST A WHOLE CAST INCLUDING OF COURSE ELTON ( PINBALL WIZARD )😊, ANN MARGARET, JACK NICHOLSON, TINA TURNER ( THE ACID QUEEN ), ANYWAY YEAHHHH A WOLE FRIGGIN CAST GUYS, HOPE YOU ENJOY FOR SURE!😊

[@sheila1965troubles]

Dude, why are you yelling? 😋

[@fasteddie777666]

If you haven't seen the movie yet...Tommy is played in the movie by Roger Daltrey . the Who's singer....and the drummer...Keith Moon plays the role of Uncle Ernie, the pedo Uncle !!!!...Elton John is the Pinball Wizard (Tommy), Opponent....and Tina Turner is the Acid Queen to name some of the cast !!!!

[@danmayberry1185]

"Underture" might be Keith Moon's best drum track.

[@stillstanding8286]

I know that lots of people are telling you to watch the movie version and others the live anniversary show. The movie is a trip (basically everything directed by Ken Russell is) and I’ve always felt that the live version was a bit overblown and uneven. But, they’re all worth checking out as long as you keep in mind that even though they’re both based on the same source they are very different from the original album. I agree that Keith Moon as “Uncle Ernie” and Tina Turner as “The Acid Queen” both make the movie worth your while. I’ve been a fan of this album since it came out in 1969 (I was in high school).

[@jimmcevers9443]

As long as you're on to Rock Operas, I'd love to see what your thoughts on Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's "Jesus Christ Superstar" might be.

[@theperfectmotorcycleistwom9921]

The Underture is my favourite song on the album.

[@jefmay3053]

I can't wait for you to finish the album. What's this about another channel for the movie? The movie is a trip!

[@chopa2less]

Pete Townsend sings "The Acid Queen."

[@gergsar]

Pete Townsend wrote the whole thing, and called it a rock opera, and it was the first! Keith Moon on drums!

[@richardlambert3364]

I sure hope you run into the movie after hearing this... Would be a shame to miss it.... It puts all these songs into the context of the times....... I think you would find that many of your questions will be very clearly answered... As far as the Acid Queen,,,, it's not about him getting a piece and the drugs... although that is happening..... those are just added experiences like all the rest that are talked about....

[@darkmagus64]

I thought that I had found the Holy Grail when I listened to it in its entirety for the first time.

[@johndrx165]

The live versions are next level. They used to perform the whole album.

[@realbser1956]

Keith Moon just owns side 2. 🥁

[@richardmartin9565]

It's an opera! It should be noted that Pete Townsend played his lead guitar in chords.

[@bostonwhofan]

"I believe in love but how can men who've never seen light be enlightened? Only if he's cured, will his spirit's future level ever heighten?" That's the type of question philosophers have pondered for the eons. If one needs to know Jesus in order to get into heaven, how can people who can't see or hear and can't be taught ever get into heaven? Great writing from 23 year old Pete Townshend when he wrote that song "Christmas".

[@diogenesagogo]

A trans girl got murdered recently by a couple of teenagers (boy & girl) who had been planning to sadistically kill someone, anyone weaker - child, baby even - for weeks. Psychopaths have walked amongst us since time immemorial. As parents we must be eternally vigilant & not be blinded by love for our children - or, more likely, indifference.

[@kennay1232]

ya'll are friggin awesome may i offer gentle giant

[@benhinds2971]

Think about what a gamble this was. Townsend could have been laughed at, and quit writing music. There was sincerity even in the silly parts. Balls.

[@melvinwomack3717]

It's The musicality for me bros 2:24 very detailed they are definitely painting a picture