
Zak Starkey Says He Was ‘Retired’ Not ‘Fired’ From the Who, According to Roger Daltrey
Zak Starkey expanded on his departure from the Who, explaining Roger Daltrey says the drummer was 'retired' rather than 'fired'
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Subscribe NowZak Starkey expanded on his departure from the Who, explaining Roger Daltrey says the drummer was 'retired' rather than 'fired'
Pete Townshend and Roger Daltrey are revving up the Who one last time for a tour they're naming after their 1971 deep cut 'The Song Is Over'
“There have been some communication issues … and these have been aired happily,” says Townshend of drummer Starkey.
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From power-pop anthems to operatic epics to stadium-size rockers and beyond
The guitarist also sounds off on the absurdity of NFTs, the future of classic rock, the Spotify controversy, why he loves Freaks and Geeks, and more
“Charlie Watts wept at Keith Moon’s funeral,” Townshend wrote. “I wish I was capable of such tears today. Instead, I just want to say goodbye”
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