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Nearly a quarter-century (and bassist John Entwistle) passed between what had been considered the Who's career-capping album, It's Hard and this 21-song epic, which at its best has the band of two pining for the days of Who's Next. Built from the triumph of the mini-opera Wire & Glass EP (included here in its entirety), Endless Wire mixes metaphors of music, war, and religion, while showcasing Roger Daltrey's ageless vocal cords and Pete Townshend at his windmilling best. Launching with a "Baba O'Riley"-like synth break in "Fragments," Daltrey asks "Are we breathing out or breathing in?" and Townshend answers with a thrashing, crashing Gibson. When the volume is turned up, there are echoes of three decades ago. "It's Not Enough" and "Mike Post Theme" conjure images of Entwistle and Keith Moon--the latter song, with its quiet verse and thunderous chorus, recalls "Going Mobile" and longs for Moon to whack it into shape. But the linchpin remains Townshend's songwriting, whether he's questioning faith ("Man in a Purple Dress"), showing gratitude for support ("You Stand By Me"), or dreaming of entertaining immortals into eternity ("Out on an Endless Wire"). By the time it wraps up, Endless Wire tells two things. No, it does not quite rank with the band's best work. But yes, as long as Pete Townshend and Roger Daltrey walk the earth in tandem, the Who live on. --Scott Holter
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THE WHO Endless Wire (2006 UK limited edition 2-CD set - This is Roger & Petes first studio album in 24 years which as Pete says has been recorded discontinuously over the space of 4 years. Comprising a 21-track CD album featuring 9 new Townshend compositions alongside the full-length version of the mini opera Wire And Glass and Bonus Extended Versions of We Got A Hit & Endless Wire. Complete with a Bonus CD including 7 tracks recorded live in Lyon during their 2006 European tour)
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
This actually is a Who album - and a very good one. Now, this is an old fashioned work of art - you have to listen to it more than once - 5 spins you will be "into" it - 10 spins and it will be part of your DNA.
The other reviews on this page mention all the tracks - yes, Mike Post Theme is a classic, yes, The Mini Opera really works, but yes, you must get the deluxe edition which closes with the two extra tracks - they do not seem tacked on, they actually complete the album.
I heard that Roger Daltry said recently that he believed Pete's best work was in front of him. From the evidence here he could very well be right!
The other reviews on this page mention all the tracks - yes, Mike Post Theme is a classic, yes, The Mini Opera really works, but yes, you must get the deluxe edition which closes with the two extra tracks - they do not seem tacked on, they actually complete the album.
I heard that Roger Daltry said recently that he believed Pete's best work was in front of him. From the evidence here he could very well be right!
13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Album works both musically and artistically. Excellent and powerful sounds woven with some concepts from the band who started the genre and are still innovating. It is The Who but not quite as we know it. Misses the sixth star that would have been due if the drums and to an extent the bass had been allowed to rampage. Fans desire 11 on the amp but unconditionally accept why it was not possible.
You can't hide or escape from the quality from a band who could tour perennially just on the back catalogue. Endless Wire adds to that legend.
Why - because it is good.
You can't hide or escape from the quality from a band who could tour perennially just on the back catalogue. Endless Wire adds to that legend.
Why - because it is good.
12 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
To be honest I bought the album thinking it would be a stones style going through the motions type of album.
It is just the opposite, Townsend has obviously put a lot of heart into his writing and a great solid album has been made which deserves to stand on its own merits and not that of the past
It is just the opposite, Townsend has obviously put a lot of heart into his writing and a great solid album has been made which deserves to stand on its own merits and not that of the past
Most Recent Customer Reviews
best of there later stuff after moon
you need to listen to it a few time's.nothing like there old stuff when moon was around,still good to hear them.
Published 12 months ago by darren1661
Who'd have believed it!
I lost interest after "Face Dances" and in all honesty it may have stayed that way if I hadn't seen "Amazing Journey" on the Beeb one Friday night earlier this year (THANK YOU and... Read more
Published on 24 Oct 2008 by Metal Boru
After 24 years of wait Pete produces some demos with Roger Daltrey and...
Pete Townshend waited 24 years, the dead of John Entwistle and the decline of Roger Daltrey s' voice to "produce" a new collection of songs. Read more
Published on 14 July 2007 by Luile
We got a HIT!!!
The group's current line up, mainly Roger Daltrey lead vocals, Pete Townshend guitars, vocals, Zac Starkey Drums, Pino Palladino Bass, with John "Rabbit" Bundrick on Hammond Organ... Read more
Published on 29 May 2007 by mystic fred
It's all Petes
I would have bought with its proper title of "Scoop 4", it's good but it's only partial Who. There's only 1 track I'm not keen on but its slowly growing on me, as a Pete Townshend... Read more
Published on 29 Dec 2006 by Mr. Paul F. Sharp
THIS IS NOT A WHO ALBUM...but don't let that put you off!
Anyone expecting the raw power of earlier Who albums such as Who's Next will be sadly disappointed.
You could say that The Who are evolving with age, but in reality... Read more
You could say that The Who are evolving with age, but in reality... Read more
Published on 13 Dec 2006 by Mr. Steven B. Marlor
Who's Best - for 24 years!
"Endless Wire" is the Who's first studio album in 24 years. And a lot was expected from it. Although there are some high points, the whole set is just a touch disappointing. Read more
Published on 7 Dec 2006 by A. Jackson
HIT!
GOOD NEWS - WHO GOT A HIT! A great album, full of great songs - actually I wanted to put the best songs onto my mp3 player next to the Ultimate classic Who songs, but had to grab... Read more
Published on 18 Nov 2006 by P. Gabor
Disappointing
I wanted to enjoy this album, sooo much did I want to enjoy it, but I found it bland.
I know Roger & Pete are getting on a bit, but I dont see it as an excuse for a lot... Read more
I know Roger & Pete are getting on a bit, but I dont see it as an excuse for a lot... Read more
Published on 13 Nov 2006 by S. Hammond
Not much to get excited about.
This album contains a wide variety of musical styles and generally succeeds best where it doesn't try to echo the Who of yesteryear. Read more
Published on 6 Nov 2006 by a music fan
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