The group that stole an idea from the Who to make two of the 1970s’ greatest power-pop hits

Minimalism met rock in 1972 when Pete Townshend wrote “Baba O’Riley.” The song’s cyclic, arpeggiating riff was inspired by ...
American Songwriter

This Isolated Bass Track From “Baba O’Riley” by The Who Proves John Entwistle Was a Genius

They didn’t call him “Thunderfingers” for no reason. John Entwistle was one of the most underrated members of the famed hard rock outfit The Who. Which is surprising, considering he was the only ...
The Cheat Sheet

The Who’s ‘Baba O’Riley’ Is Named After 2 People

The Who’s Pete Townshend became a follower of a famous religious leader. Subsequently, the leader inspired one of the most famous classic rock songs of the early 1970s: The Who’s “Baba O’Riley.” In ...
American Songwriter

Behind the Meaning of the Song “Baba O’Riley” by The Who

With its odd title and strange opening, the track, which many believe is named “Teenage Wasteland” has nevertheless overcome any obstacles to become one of the most well-known songs today. (The track ...
Stereogum

Watch Roger Daltrey, Robert Plant, & Eddie Vedder Perform The Who’s “Baba O’Riley” At Teenage Cancer Trust

Roger Daltrey has served as the curator for the annual Teenage Cancer Trust benefit shows, which have taken place at the Royal Albert Hall in London for more than two decades. This was his last year ...