John played the lead bass...he followed no one... Pete had hard time catching up to John, and Keith...as Keith also loved to get ahead... Result was power rock like no other.
A lot of them should, I can't stand how most focus on guitarists, like sure, film them a bit, but when a bassist plays great stuff, that's where my attention is
Lets not forget either that the fucker just stood there like a rock. I always admired that vibe he brought to the band; the cool aloof one. Very fluid player and the most thunderous bass player I've ever heard live. Hated to see him go.
Nick The Bastard I would bet that they're one of the few that consistently perform at a great level, but I wouldn't doubt that the Stones could pull off a hell of a show in 2012, just might be more of a toss up
The Stones have always been looking up at The Who. I've seen over 300 shows and have seen most everyone i've wanted to. Their Endless wire show, the 2012ish Quad, and then this last tour - 2016 - were as good as any shows I've ever seen. They were tight, spot on, and brought energy that those half their age can't muster. I'm looking forward to yet one more tour. After all. I did see them on their Farewell Tour - in 1982!!!
Agreed, David! “Quad” is IT!!! (with all due respect to Tommy) And I believe this is the best “Real Me” I’ve ever heard! 😎 The Who were absolutely on-fire, topped-off with Entwistle completely leaving the galaxy at warp-speed! This was insane, even for him! 😁😎❤️
Quadrophenia is a more consistently brilliant album, but Tommy's high points are much higher than Quadrophenia's. The Amazing Journey/Sparks and Pinball Wizard are better than anything on Q, but Tommy also has filler tracks like Tommy's Holiday Camp and There's A Doctor.
@@jamesdaniels487 Gee it’s hard to go past The Real Me, 5:15, Love Reign O’er Me, The Punk and the Godfather when it comes to high points. I like both albums. But Quad will always be the standout. For me anyway.
"Quadrophenia" got me through my youth. Thankfully, I had the opportunity to tell Mr. Townshend long ago and far away. He was kind to a gawky teenage girl. I think it should be required listening in high schools across the globe.
The reason Sir "Ox" Entwistle dosen't Beyonce it up, is due to a phenomenon called "SBGF" or Spontaneous Bass Guitar Fire. Sir Entwistle fingers were so quick and talented his bass guitar could and often did spontaneously combust. Hence during prolonged concert performances he had to wear a fire retardant suit under his concert clothes.
Rabbit was a great fit for the band, ever since he stopped performing with The Who they have not sounded nearly as good, on the keyboard end of things at least. Unfortunately I've heard there's issues between Roger and Rabbit.
I was at this gig. It was the first time I saw them but I knew it was a special one. I saw them again in Feb 2002 at Watford Colosseum not long before John died. That was the most deafening gig I’ve ever seen. It was SUCH a good decision they made to put that camera on Johns bass during 5:15. Then we could really see how it went down with him.
It takes many, many repetitions of this video/audio to begin to grasp the complexity and magnitude of John Entwistle's playing on this piece. He carries the rhythm, the bass, the fills, and the lead. Pete's addition of some nice treble at the end is nice too.
Love Daltrey's high-raspy screaming-rock notes... ♫ Can you see the real me, doctor? DOCTOOORRRR!!!! Can you see the real me, mother? MOTHEEEERRRRR!!! Can you see the real me, preacher? PREACHEEEERRRR!!!...♫♫♫
Just played this, after listening to the Pearl Jam version. And althought that's pretty good, this is so much better. The Who always seem to be pissed off about something, and manage to put that anger and energy in their songs..
Definitely. What about the W.A.S.P. version? I spent years not hearing the original Who one, thought it was a WASP song. Usually hate covers, but this is the exception to the rule. You cannot beat The Who doing this, but the WASP version also has a fantastic energy about it, as well as Blackie Lawless's unique singing voice.
In my humble opinion this is the finest bass players song in all of rock, played by the best player ever John Entwistle. I have been playing this song for 30 years and have seen them play it live 5x and it never gets old.
Months ago, both my kids came up to me with their Spotify playlist on their mobiles and asked, if I knew this awesome band with the crazy drummer. The boring old fart I am I had never mentioned The Who to them before. Nevertheless, all by themselves they came across the greatest band on this planet and were instantly won over.
John Entwistle and Geezer Butler added so much to the dynamic and dimension to these 4 piece bands. The live performance by the Who is what separated the boys from the men.
The Ox. He stands there like a rock. With all that mayhem and craziness going on around him. And he belts out the bassline of a God. Unfuckingbeleivably awesome.
They have always been my favorite band, Pete is the reason I started playing the guitar in 1976 and I still play, not like Pete but his spirit is in me and I will always love The Who!
The Who was the first Super Group - all 4 were best at what they did. I had the great fortune to see John Entwistle in concert one time. I was not disappointed. This is my favourite Who song of all time. VOL MAX every time it comes on Sat radio - sadly not often enough. Thanks for publishing this version RemoDrumfreek102. Much appreciated. :-)
This song is together with the live performance of 'Who Are You' at the Concert for New York and 'Young Man Blues' from Live at Leeds the best live performance of The Who... a truely incredible band, will never be equalled.
The late great John Entwistle possible the greatest bass player ever he was a superb musician and so sadly missed by all true WHO fans likewise the unique Keith Moon how we miss them both I hope they are jamming up there with all the greats and THANKS JOHN @ KEITH WE WILL ALWAYS MISS YOU BOTH TAKE CARE MY FRIENDS.
I listen to this song over and over trying to pick everything in it. So complicated is the bass. I think it's a moment when Pete acknowledges the superiority of John's musicianship.
When I die, I don't wanna go to heaven...I wanna go to bass heaven where John is...where he reigns forever....If your thinking of learning bass, watch this and you'll know what you should aspire to....You'll never match him, but he will forever be your idol.
Daltry took care of his voice. To have the range he does at his age is quite remarkable. Pete is his wonderful self. The other guys did a good job. Absolutely f'n fantastic.
Incredible version - they are on fire, Entwhistle unbelievable and Zak doing a great job. Love the tone Pete is squeezing out of that strat! Roger is great voice too…..
Like his father, Zack's drumming blends seamlessly into the piece. I have listen to this a thousand times and every time I hear another layer. Will be analyzed for many years to come.
Oh, my! Hadn't seen this version before now. Audio quality isn't the best, but know what? IT DOESN'T EVEN MATTER when the Who are on top of their game. The best there ever was, or ever will be. Just awesome.
Just to add another voice in favour of John: Entwhistle quite frankly was the greatest bass player in rock of all time. Never mind Lem, John Paul, that Manowar guy, Steve Harris and many many other greats. J.E. was the one! In combination with the late Keith Moon it was one hell of a rhythm section. As it says on John's amp: MATCHLESS!
I would never disrespect John Alec Entwistle by referring to him as a "bass player." He was a multi-instrumentalist, but he lit the music world on fire as a BASSIST.
Thanks to Track, Polydor, UMG, Eel Pie Publishing and of course The Who for letting this great clip stay up here on YT for everyone to enjoy! This is absolutely AWESOME!
@Browncoat1138 Yup! And don't forget the interplay with Moon along with that awesome bass! This song is one massive bass & drum solo! Long live the OX... long live Moon... LONG LIVE ROCK!
After 40 years of hearing/seeing Entwistle you'd think I wouldn't marvel at his talent every time I find new film of his work - but I do. Every single time.
One of the best live performances of this out there. Whole band on fire. Zak doing a pretty damn good "Keith Moon" here on the drums. Even looks a little like young Keith from a distance. Entwistle obviously on fire...but Daltrey and Towsend are right there in brilliance with him. Nobody attacks a rock guitar better than Pete.
Thunderfingers, the greatest Bass player who ever lived, may he rest in peace
Agee also
Yeah - thats rite - RIP John!!! - NO ONE can play the Bass like JOHN ENTWISTLE!!!
lucas sadler John Entwistle is the best bass player ever, Chris Squire (Yes) the second best
lead bass
Not only that, he legitimately pushed Pete well past his comfort zone!
Arguably the best bass ever played in a rock song. Entwistle made the bass a lead instrument. The Ox was amazing.
To hear this song and not recognize that John's driving the bus, and only show him at his most passive moments, if at all, is almost criminal.
❤
Draving magic bus ha ha ha 😂 rip ⭕❌ : 🌗 😢 ( Guy platteau Marseille France 😎)
John played the lead bass...he followed no one...
Pete had hard time catching up to John, and Keith...as Keith also loved to get ahead... Result was power rock like no other.
@@samkitty5894 yeeeeeeeeeeeeear ( Guy platteau Marseille France 😎)
Dude...the video should be of John the ENTIRE time. This song is bass porn!!
This is possibly the greatest RUclips comment ever
A lot of them should, I can't stand how most focus on guitarists, like sure, film them a bit, but when a bassist plays great stuff, that's where my attention is
Damn right! They waited until the middle of the song to show any close ups of his playing.
And Guitar porn and singing porn and drumming porn
Considering this song is built for the Bass to be Lead.....yep.
John Entwhistle...the best basist ever!!!
Legend
Amen!!
@@samhelsel443 yeeeeeeer⭕❌🔥👍 Rip ⭕❌🌗( Guy platteau Marseille France 😎)
John once said that this song was basically an extended bass solo. HELL YES!! Long live the Ox!
I have heard that he played it as a joke in the studio, but they loved it so so much they recorded it and used it.
I remember it being called "a bass solo with words".
The job of Entwistle is simply marvelous...tons of perfect notes!
The greatest fucking rock band in the fucking world. Period.
if that isn't the most unfuckinbelievable bass playin.....what is?....we've died and went to bass heaven!
Lets not forget either that the fucker just stood there like a rock. I always admired that vibe he brought to the band; the cool aloof one. Very fluid player and the most thunderous bass player I've ever heard live. Hated to see him go.
@@jta1973 like a rock. Every time he performed
Incredible live version. The Who must be the only "veteran" band that could pull off performances this good late in their career.R.I.P. John.
Nick The Bastard I would bet that they're one of the few that consistently perform at a great level, but I wouldn't doubt that the Stones could pull off a hell of a show in 2012, just might be more of a toss up
Fuck off! I saw the Stones in 2012 and they were a bunch of wankers. No one could ever match the Who for a live energy show . . . at ANY age!
The Stones have always been looking up at The Who. I've seen over 300 shows and have seen most everyone i've wanted to. Their Endless wire show, the 2012ish Quad, and then this last tour - 2016 - were as good as any shows I've ever seen. They were tight, spot on, and brought energy that those half their age can't muster. I'm looking forward to yet one more tour. After all. I did see them on their Farewell Tour - in 1982!!!
Dont forget about Aerosmith and Steven Tyler. But I agree that The Who are a great live band! Cheers!
The epic material certainly helps too.
How anyone can say Tommy is the better of the two Who rock operas is beyond me. Quadrophonia from beginning to end is simply unbelievable.
Agreed, David! “Quad” is IT!!! (with all due respect to Tommy) And I believe this is the best “Real Me” I’ve ever heard! 😎 The Who were absolutely on-fire, topped-off with Entwistle completely leaving the galaxy at warp-speed! This was insane, even for him! 😁😎❤️
@@sdingeswho very nicely put!
Quadrophenia is a more consistently brilliant album, but Tommy's high points are much higher than Quadrophenia's. The Amazing Journey/Sparks and Pinball Wizard are better than anything on Q, but Tommy also has filler tracks like Tommy's Holiday Camp and There's A Doctor.
@@jamesdaniels487 Gee it’s hard to go past The Real Me, 5:15, Love Reign O’er Me, The Punk and the Godfather when it comes to high points. I like both albums. But Quad will always be the standout. For me anyway.
"Quadrophenia" got me through my youth. Thankfully, I had the opportunity to tell Mr. Townshend long ago and far away. He was kind to a gawky teenage girl. I think it should be required listening in high schools across the globe.
Maybe my favorite Who song of all. Just f'ing all-out. Entwistle's bass is like a force of nature, a crusher!
The reason Sir "Ox" Entwistle dosen't Beyonce it up, is due to a phenomenon called "SBGF" or Spontaneous Bass Guitar Fire. Sir Entwistle fingers were so quick and talented his bass guitar could and often did spontaneously combust. Hence during prolonged concert performances he had to wear a fire retardant suit under his concert clothes.
This is the best version of this song by The Who. The heavy piano influence really does it for me !!!!
@@mescalormavideos7767 Roger doesn't get nearly enough love for this performance. He's amazing.
Rabbit was a great fit for the band, ever since he stopped performing with The Who they have not sounded nearly as good, on the keyboard end of things at least. Unfortunately I've heard there's issues between Roger and Rabbit.
It's amazing.
One of the top 3 rock vocalists EVER!!
John Entwistle takes that song to the stratosphere. Incredible bass playing. I miss him a lot.
HOLY FUCK.
That was the best live performance I`ve ever seen.
It just can`t get any better.
The Who found their second wind from 1999 until Entwistle's death in 2002. Some great performances during that time.
I was at this gig. It was the first time I saw them but I knew it was a special one. I saw them again in Feb 2002 at Watford Colosseum not long before John died. That was the most deafening gig I’ve ever seen. It was SUCH a good decision they made to put that camera on Johns bass during 5:15. Then we could really see how it went down with him.
Unfortunately for me I saw them in 2002 just after John’s death… would have loved to see him play
Entwistle by far was the star of that song. The guy was a beast of a bass player.
2:44 John's bass playing gets plain scary amazing.
Townshend has to rip a solo just to try and take the attention off of Entwistle for a second hahah
There is no bassist in rock who comes close to John. Just astonishing in every level.
It takes many, many repetitions of this video/audio to begin to grasp the complexity and magnitude of John Entwistle's playing on this piece. He carries the rhythm, the bass, the fills, and the lead. Pete's addition of some nice treble at the end is nice too.
John just completely owns the bass on this song
entwistle is fucking AMAZING!
Very
Try listening to 5:15 from the same concert.
Love Daltrey's high-raspy screaming-rock notes...
♫ Can you see the real me, doctor? DOCTOOORRRR!!!!
Can you see the real me, mother? MOTHEEEERRRRR!!!
Can you see the real me, preacher? PREACHEEEERRRR!!!...♫♫♫
Four guys all playing lead coming together as one. Spectacular.
All bass players watchin this....you wish in your entire lifetime that you can play like him....just sick....everytime i watch this im floored!
I could live 100 lifetimes and not get close to JE's ability. JE is superhuman in his talent and ability. RIP John
Entwhistle. Fingers like the arms of an octopus: each with it's own brain. Some of the best guitar by Pete I have ever heard.
A truly epic performance of one of Quadraphonia best songs...the bass playin?....I'm forever in awe of this man.
Just played this, after listening to the Pearl Jam version. And althought that's pretty good, this is so much better. The Who always seem to be pissed off about something, and manage to put that anger and energy in their songs..
Definitely.
What about the W.A.S.P. version? I spent years not hearing the original Who one, thought it was a WASP song. Usually hate covers, but this is the exception to the rule. You cannot beat The Who doing this, but the WASP version also has a fantastic energy about it, as well as Blackie Lawless's unique singing voice.
Yep spare a thought for Pete's guitar tech who has to duck a few times ! Still angry still great live !
it's called passion mate .
Pj is a great version
Dat bass. OMG
Steve C John Entwistle, the Ox with the thunderfingers.
Happy Birthday, St. Entwistle!
In my humble opinion this is the finest bass players song in all of rock, played by the best player ever John Entwistle. I have been playing this song for 30 years and have seen them play it live 5x and it never gets old.
No one is like John!!!!
Regardless of being one of my favourite Who songs,and loving this version..........I'm here for the Bass. THE greatest.
Are you kidding me? Unbelievable performance. Thank you for sharing
I can listen to this song over and over......it is so great. Long Live The Who
::10 years from now::
"daddy, what's rock and roll?"
::plays this video::
"i like rock and roll."
"i love you, son."
Months ago, both my kids came up to me with their Spotify playlist on their mobiles and asked, if I knew this awesome band with the crazy drummer. The boring old fart I am I had never mentioned The Who to them before. Nevertheless, all by themselves they came across the greatest band on this planet and were instantly won over.
Thunderfingers earned that nickname. Hot damn.
John Entwistle and Geezer Butler added so much to the dynamic and dimension to these 4 piece bands.
The live performance by the Who is what separated the boys from the men.
The Ox. He stands there like a rock. With all that mayhem and craziness going on around him. And he belts out the bassline of a God. Unfuckingbeleivably awesome.
They have always been my favorite band, Pete is the reason I started playing the guitar in 1976 and I still play, not like Pete but his spirit is in me and I will always love The Who!
This is a great song. What a way to start off their best work. With a punch in the face. Great live version!!
The Who was the first Super Group - all 4 were best at what they did. I had the great fortune to see John Entwistle in concert one time. I was not disappointed. This is my favourite Who song of all time. VOL MAX every time it comes on Sat radio - sadly not often enough. Thanks for publishing this version RemoDrumfreek102. Much appreciated. :-)
This song is together with the live performance of 'Who Are You' at the Concert for New York and 'Young Man Blues' from Live at Leeds the best live performance of The Who... a truely incredible band, will never be equalled.
This version is at least 10000 times better than the studio one
This is incredible! They got better the longer they played together. Only time can do this. Thanx for posting, the absolute best
f**king grate from the lads still delivering the goods all these years later I love em !
***** sorry typo great not grate !!! ooops lol
oh ok lol
The late great John Entwistle possible the greatest bass player ever he was a superb musician and so sadly missed by all true WHO fans likewise the unique Keith Moon how we miss them both I hope they are jamming up there with all the greats and THANKS JOHN @ KEITH WE WILL ALWAYS MISS YOU BOTH TAKE CARE MY FRIENDS.
Great bass sound. We miss ya John...
Yep, I’m back for another listen. 😎🎸🥁🇬🇧
Entwistle was a god among bassists...this performance was truly outstanding.
I was wondering if Entwistle was still alive for this when I saw the title and clicked it. I had my answer with the first bass note.
+CapAnson12345 you are so right what aguitar bass legend respect to you for appreciating it i love the WHO
+CapAnson12345 That was what happened to me as well.
+CapAnson12345 me too this song without him is just not the same
CapAnson12345 - I doubt that they would play this song without him.
Super moment musical et chant merci à vous et zak starkey à la batterie exceptionnelle comme BATTEUR
Simply AWESOME! To see the expression on the fans faces at the end says"we have witnessed greatness in its purest form "!
you never hear any musician rip the who they are still loved respected and never duplicated.
A blistering performance!
The sound of John's bass is just fantastic! Just like it always was..
Greetings from Portugal
The who is one of my favourite group . This song is fuckin' good
Long live the who... This performance was brilliant.
Drummer is Zak Starkey - Ringo's son. FYI Keith Moon used to give him drum lessons
B Hamblin - Ringo gave him a guitar one year, for his birthday. The same year, Keith gave him a drum kit. The rest is history.
not in this video. drummer at this time was kenney jones
@@HuntChicagoHomes That's not Kenny Jones.
@@jameskaihatu6209 Indeed. It's definitely Zak Starkey who played on 4 tracks of the most recent album.
@@HuntChicagoHomes This is from 2000. It's Zak Starkey playing drums. Kenney's last official appearance with the Who was in 1988.
My all time favorite song by this legendary band. The main reason is the incredible Thunderfingers! King of the bass and he really makes this song.
I listen to this song over and over trying to pick everything in it. So complicated is the bass. I think it's a moment when Pete acknowledges the superiority of John's musicianship.
if you can...do whatever it takes to try and isolate Entwistle's bass in this insane recording.1
Entwistle plays lead on this on this song. What a bass player. Ox!!
This is just so wonderful I can't stop dancing and jumpin. I remember jumpin when this first came out on vinyl and then at the cinema.
Pure and raw power!!!!
One of my favorite rock bassist !!!! John was always so smooth and natural
When I die, I don't wanna go to heaven...I wanna go to bass heaven where John is...where he reigns forever....If your thinking of learning bass, watch this and you'll know what you should aspire to....You'll never match him, but he will forever be your idol.
Daltry took care of his voice. To have the range he does at his age is quite remarkable. Pete is his wonderful self. The other guys did a good job. Absolutely f'n fantastic.
passion is still alive in rock
This is Transcendent Rock and Roll.
The real 'Greatest Rock'n'Roll Band in the World'
Great version of a great song! amazing music, and awesome lyrics & singing!
Incredible version - they are on fire, Entwhistle unbelievable and Zak doing a great job. Love the tone Pete is squeezing out of that strat! Roger is great voice too…..
Great song!! Greatest band ever!! Great audio quality on this....good job.
A comment worth repeating:
This is Bass PORN.
Entwistle Forever.
Like his father, Zack's drumming blends seamlessly into the piece. I have listen to this a thousand times and every time I hear another layer. Will be analyzed for many years to come.
Ironic that moon(zaks godfather)is really the one who taught him how to play drums at a young age! Ringo gave him a 🎸!
and that my friends is rock n roll! miss the 70s
Thanks for uploading - just amazing
Rock Rock Rock Rock Rock, nuff said!!!!
Oh, my! Hadn't seen this version before now. Audio quality isn't the best, but know what? IT DOESN'T EVEN MATTER when the Who are on top of their game. The best there ever was, or ever will be. Just awesome.
Great to see a video that shows John!
they were incredible talented with an unique sound
Possibly the greatest performance of the Zak+John years imo.
Just to add another voice in favour of John:
Entwhistle quite frankly was the greatest bass player in rock of all time. Never mind Lem, John Paul, that Manowar guy, Steve Harris and many many other greats. J.E. was the one! In combination with the late Keith Moon it was one hell of a rhythm section. As it says on John's amp: MATCHLESS!
One may NEVER nevermind Lem!
Geddy Lee, hello. Don't get me wrong, I LOVE the Ox. But it's wrong to not even write Geddy Lee.
Florian DAVID John was a much better bassist than Geddy Lee. Altough Lee was a much better vocalist.
I would never disrespect John Alec Entwistle by referring to him as a "bass player." He was a multi-instrumentalist, but he lit the music world on fire as a BASSIST.
Lemmy said it best. "He's the best bass player in rock and roll. Ever. No contest."
Ever seen anyone make playing look so effortlessly
Awesome version. Townsend's buzz-saw riffs make this underrated tune one of the best ever by The Who.
This is so f#%king great its unbeleivable
this is insanity!! brilliant
Just outstanding, props to Zak Starkey as well.
god john was awesome
Entwistle...by far the best bassist in the universe. Miss you John.
Zac Starr on drums
! Ringo's son! Keith Moon's godson! In the blood!
His playing is also off the charts, I'm glad someone mentioned!
They'd have to think to hard !
Thanks Remo 4 the upload
Thanks to Track, Polydor, UMG, Eel Pie Publishing and of course The Who for letting this great clip stay up here on YT for everyone to enjoy! This is absolutely AWESOME!
@Browncoat1138 Yup! And don't forget the interplay with Moon along with that awesome bass! This song is one massive bass & drum solo! Long live the OX... long live Moon... LONG LIVE ROCK!
After 40 years of hearing/seeing Entwistle you'd think I wouldn't marvel at his talent every time I find new film of his work - but I do. Every single time.
What an amazing bass part, John Entwistle is/was so genius in underlining the songs.
Entwistle sound is like one bass army playing at once jaja Entwistle forever in my heart and ears!!!
One of the best live performances of this out there. Whole band on fire. Zak doing a pretty damn good "Keith Moon" here on the drums. Even looks a little like young Keith from a distance. Entwistle obviously on fire...but Daltrey and Towsend are right there in brilliance with him. Nobody attacks a rock guitar better than Pete.
Keith was his godfather and taught zak how to play at a young age! Ringo and moon were best friends!