The Who were one of the most energetic of the British beat groups: fans came to expect exhibitions of explosive violence at their live performances, and it was this element of performance art that made the band an ideal subject for films.
The Who, formed in 1964, were four young men from the poorer parts of London: guitarist Pete Townshend (b. May 1945), vocalist Roger Daltrey (b. May 1944), drummer Keith Moon (b. August 1947, d. September 1978), and bassist (b. August 1947, d. September 1978), and bassist ...