Pete Townshend - Let My Love Open The Door (E Cola Mix)

Pete Townshend does a pretty interesting version of "Let My Love Open the Door" on a VH1 awards show in 1996. The song comes from Townshend's 1980 album, Empty Glass."Let My Love Open the Door" has been used in many films, most notably Jerry Maguire, and even a few t.v. series.

The Who - Sparks Live at Leeds

All I need to say about this version of "Sparks" is Live at Leeds and you'll know that this is a legendary performance. The concert was recorded 41 years ago today, February 14, 1970 and released as an album on May 16. Nicknamed the "brown bomber" for its simple album jacket, which resembles a bootleg, the CD was The Who's first live album. Gibson.com has an article here which looks back on the recording of Live at Leeds. For many this is the greatest live album ever and is part of the reason The Who are considered to be such a great live act.

Although one performance does not make or break someone in my opinion, The Who have had decades of great live showings on their resume. Live at Leeds is clearly one of those occasions that The Who were aobve and beyond everyone else.

Roger Daltrey Interview

This is a good, lengthy interview with Roger Daltrey conducted by Dave Gorman of Absolute Radio. Daltrey touches on quite a few topics, most notably the upcoming concerts at the Royal Albert Hall for the Teenage Cancer Trust Charity.

Robert Plant and the Band of Joy - 12 Gates to the City (Washington)

Washington D.C. was the site for this performance by Robert Plant and the Band of Joy on February 2. "12 Gates to the City" is quite different from what most people expect from Robert Plant, but he nails it perfectly.

Roger Daltrey Playing with Solo Band at TCT

It's now been confirmed through The Who's official website that Roger Daltrey will be using his solo band for next month's performance of Tommy as part of the Teenage Cancer Trust benefit show. That band consists of Simon Townshend on rhythm guitar and vocals, Frank Simes (pictured with Roger above) on lead guitar, Jon Button on bass, Loren Gold on keyboards and Scott Devours on drums. I would imagine there will also be some special guests. I like this band a lot, particularly Simon and Frank Simes.

Robert Plant and The Band Of Joy - Cindy, I'll Marry You Someday - DAR Hall - Washington, DC - 2/1/11

"Cindy. I'll Marry You Someday" comes off of the album put out by Robert Plant and the Band of Joy. Whenever they perform the song in concert, they play it at a faster tempo than what appears on the CD.

Robert Plant & The Band of Joy - Gallows Pole @ House of Blues in Boston

Robert Plant and the Band of Joy perform "Gallows Pole" and take a final bow in the above video from the House of Blues in Boston on January 25.