Pete Townshend: Who I Am

Paperback. Pub Date :2013-07-31 Pages: 544 Language: English He is one of the greatest musical talents Britain has ever produced But even as the principle songwriter and lead guitarist for The Who. it would be unjust to define Pete Townshend's. life simply through his achievements with bandmates Daltrey. Moon and Entwistle.Noting that he has sold over 100 million records over a fifty-year period goes some way to quantifying his accomplishments. but numbers only scratch the surface of his contribution to popular culture.An avid student of his profession. during his career he has been credited with the creation of the concept album. worked as a literary editor. developed scripts for television and the stage. and written songs that have defined a generation. The thinking man's rock star with a dedication to his craft unlike any other in the business. he continues to inspire new...