Pete Townshend – MRQE

The Who: At Kilburn 1977 (V)

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Featuring one of the last public appearances by Keith Moon, the 1977 Kilburn show is a long-sought holy grail for fans of The Who, performing before a select audience on December 15, 1977 at Kilburn. Also included is a much earlier never-before-seen rarity and one of the band’s personal favorites, The Who’s powerhouse London Coliseum gig from 1969.

The Who: Live in Boston (V)

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 04:00:00 +0000

This film documents The Who’s 2002 performance at Mansfield, Massachusetts. Pete Townshend and Roger Daltrey decided to complete the tour after John Entwistle’s death, and made it a lasting tribute to their fallen comrade.

The Who Live in Hyde Park (V)

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 04:00:00 +0000

The Whos epic 50th Anniversary Tour finale show, recorded at Hyde Park. Experience all the greatest hits including Who Are You, My Generation, I Can See For Miles, Pinball Wizard, See Me Feel Me, Baba ORiley and Wont Get Fooled Again. Plus Pete Townshend, Roger Daltrey, Iggy Pop, Robert Plant, Johnny Marr and others share their stories of the bands history and influence as legendary pioneers of British Rock.

Classic Albums: The Who – Who’s Next (V)

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 04:00:00 +0000

In this 1999 documentary, Pete Townshend, Roger Daltrey and John Entwistle discuss the making of what many consider the Who’s greatest testament to Townshend’s songwriting talent: their classic album “Who’s Next.” Others close to the group weigh in with insights about the late Keith Moon’s importance to the band. The retrospective also features unseen performances of tunes from the platter, including “Won’t Get Fooled Again” and “Baba O’Riley.”

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Live (TV)

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 04:00:00 +0000

This set features rare, one-of-a-kind performances from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremonies, filmed over the past 24 years. The biggest names in rock ‘n’ roll perform in intimate settings, jamming in combinations not seen anywhere else. Plus, the anything-goes induction speeches by rock royalty, along with rare behind-the-scenes footage. For nearly a quarter century, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has honored music’s most influential figures at prestigious black-tie events where performers and audience alike let down their hair. Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Live captures all the excitement of those ceremonies, from the wise and witty speeches, to the most incredible combinations of talent ever assembled on a single stage.

Brian Wilson: On Tour (V)

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Legendary former Beach Boy, Brian Wilson toured America and Japan with a 10 piece band. Here he is captured performing 24 live tracks, and one that has never been issued before. Also included are interviews with Pete Townshend, Sheryl Crow, Neil Young and Patti Smith, a back-stage visit from Ronnie Spector, Paul McCartney’s induction of Wilson to the Songwriter’s Hall of Fame and a series of interviews with the man himself filmed over a 4 year period.

The Secret Policeman’s Ball (TV)

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Amnesty decided not to present a benefit show in 1978 in order to consider how to make better use of the performing talent so favourably disposed to assist it in raising funds. Peter Luff left Amnesty in 1978 and the organisation’s new fund-raising officer, Peter Walker, was deputed to work with Lewis on reconfiguring the show to raise more money and greater awareness of Amnesty. Lewis proposed to Cleese that in addition to the comedy performances the show should feature some contemporary rock musicians. Cleese delegated this responsibility to Lewis who recruited Who guitarist Pete Townshend to perform, as well as New Wave singer-songwriter Tom Robinson.

Smashing Pumpkins: If All Goes Wrong (V)

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 04:00:00 +0000

A feature-length documentary about The Smashing Pumpkins, which chronicles the band’s residencies at The Orange Peel in Asheville and The Fillmore in San Francisco in summer 2007. The documentary covers Pumpkins frontman Billy Corgan’s attempts to write and debut new music at the residencies, as well as the revival of the band with new members.

Being Mick (TV)

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 04:00:00 +0000

For everyone who’s always envied the life of the legendary Rolling Stones frontman, this behind-the-scenes documentary lets you in on Mick Jagger’s private life, with family home movies and interviews, and also follows him recording and performing songs from his solo Goddess in the Doorway” album. Special appearances by Bono, Pete Townshend, Wyclef Jean, Lenny Kravitz, and others are featured.

Lambert & Stamp

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 04:00:00 +0000

In this crazy, chaotic gospel of chance, aspiring filmmakers Chris Stamp and Kit Lambert set out to search for a subject for their underground movie, leading them to discover, mentor, and manage the iconic band known as The Who and create rock ‘n’ roll history.