The Who’s Pete Townshend hints at epic global farewell tour before retiring: Will this be the end of an era?

Is this the end of an era for The Who? Co-founder, guitarist and principal songwriter Pete Townshend recently hinted at the band’s future in a revealing interview. During a discussion about the return of ‘Tommy’ to Broadway, Townshend shared his thoughts on a potential final tour, stating that it would involve playing in every corner of the world before ‘crawling off to die’. At 78 years old, Townshend confessed that his motivation for touring with The Who has largely been financial, rather than personal fulfillment. While his bandmate Roger Daltrey is eager to keep performing until the end, Townshend is more focused on pursuing other interests in life. Could this be the last chance for fans to catch The Who live in concert? Stay tuned for updates on their potentially epic global farewell tour.