Why Pete Townsend loves The Rolling Stones so much.
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Every great musician has his - favourite great band. And, as a rule, meeting her made the most lasting and vivid impression on him... The legend of The Who Pete Townsend is no exception. As a teenager he was dazzled by one great British band that made him a "wake up." (as Pete himself puts it).
What's interesting is that this band was founded in just a few years before the emergence of The Who. However, the latter owes a lot to him, because the first time he saw them perform live, Townsend was overwhelmed and inspired. And yes: it was at that significant performance that he saw the famous gesture for the rest of his musical career. "windmill"which will become its essential calling card.....
Townsend's favourite band that has forever held a place in his heart
When he was a teenager, Townsend studied at the art college. And it was there that the band that changed his idea of rock forever performed... Next are Pete's own memories:
"It was in 1962 or 1963, I don't remember exactly. But I've always remembered that live performance... I was in art college and they were performing there. They were just starting their career at that point, but they were already very cool! I had long hair, and I'd seen a lot of rock stars before. But these guys were like no one else. They were unique, self-sufficient. They stood out from the crowd, and they had this wild, crazy vibe..."
So who are we talking about? Well, Townsend continues:
"I said to my mate, 'Mate, look at them! Who are they?". And he said: "The Rolling Stones." They were just starting out, but I already realised how great they were going to be. They were so cheeky and mischievous that it was impossible not to pay attention to them... When Jagger did his trademark turns, the girls would scream. It was something..."
By the way: it was at that live performance that Pete first saw the famous swing. "windmill" - gesture made by Richards, which made him hold his breath, and
"That hand movement struck me. I immediately copied it, and from then on it became my signature swing," Pete recalled with a smile.
How are the Rolling Stones cooler than the Beatles? Pete's opinion
Although both bands are great and wonderful in their own way, millions of music lovers still debate to this day over whether or not, who's coolerBeatles or Rolling Stones? Well: everyone will have their own answer to that question, but as far as Pete is concerned, there's no band more legendary to him than The Rolling Stones. And here's why .
"There's a huge difference between them - just like a chasm. I liked the Beatles, but The Rolling Stones changed the way I thought about rock and they were in my heart forever. They shocked me with their audacity, their appeal, their defiant behaviour on stage... The Beatles were a joy to watch. But it was the Rolling Stones that finally made me wake up and open my mouth!"
Pete continues:
"There were a lot of screaming girls at Beatles concerts. But at the Rolling Stones concerts, there were screaming blokes too! I mean - do you realise how cool they were? They gathered all kinds of people around them and made them move to the beat of the music. I have nothing against the Beatles, they are really great, but for me personally, it was The Rolling Stones who made the breakthrough in British rock".
Keith Richards wasn't a fan of The Who, but Mick Jagger was very fond of them
Well, what about the Rolling Stones themselves were thinking about The Who? After all, the last band, which appeared a couple of years later, was also an important participant in the British invasion and made a big name for itself on the world stage! Well: The Rolling Stones have different opinions on this matter.
Specifically - Keith Richards He never classified himself as a fan of Townsend's team, and yet - he found The Who to be talented blokes.
"I was never a fan of The Who, but I always found them to be talented blokes. In particular - Roger Daltrey was a brilliant vocalist in my opinion. Keith Moon was a great drummer, but there was one problem: he could only play brilliantly for his lads. If you wanted to jam with him, he could stumble in the same place. But that's normal. It happens - when certain musicians are made for each other..."
Oh, here we go Mick JaggerIn turn, he has always had a great appreciation for The Who. In his interview he said the following:
"I've always loved The Who and especially Pete - not just because he's brilliant at his craft, but because he's a cool guy! He's always fun to be with. At the same time, he's very intelligent and sincere. There's a special magnetism about him..."
