The Who – My Generation

Album Info

Artist: The Who

Title: My Generation

Year: 1965

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Tracklist

  • 1. Out In The Street - Stereo Version (2:30)
  • 2. I Don't Mind - Stereo Version (2:36)
  • 3. The Good's Gone - Stereo Version (4:05)
  • 4. La-La-La Lies - Stereo Version (2:15)
  • 5. Much Too Much - Stereo Version (2:43)
  • 6. My Generation - Stereo Version (3:18)
  • 7. The Kids Are Alright - Stereo Version (3:05)
  • 8. Please, Please, Please - Stereo Version (2:43)
  • 9. It's Not True - Stereo Version (2:30)
  • 10. I'm A Man - Stereo Version (3:20)
  • 11. A Legal Matter - Stereo Version (2:49)
  • 12. The Ox - Stereo Version (3:56)
  • 13. I Can't Explain - Stereo Version (2:05)
  • 14. Bald Headed Woman - Stereo Version (2:34)
  • 15. Anyway Anyhow Anywhere - Stereo Version (2:43)
  • 16. Daddy Rolling Stone - Stereo Version (2:59)
  • 17. Anytime You Want Me - Stereo Version (2:37)
  • 18. Shout And Shimmy - Stereo Version (3:19)
  • 19. Circles - Stereo Version (3:13)
  • 20. Instant Party Mixture - Stereo Version (3:29)
  • 21. Leaving Here - Stereo Version (2:49)
  • 22. Lubie (Come Back Home) - Stereo Version (3:42)
  • 23. (Love Is Like A) Heat Wave - Stereo Version (2:41)
  • 24. Motoring - Stereo Version (2:47)
  • 25. Daddy Rolling Stone - Alternate Stereo Version (3:06)
  • 26. The Kids Are Alright - Alternate Stereo Version (3:07)
  • 27. My Generation - Instrumental Stereo Version (3:38)
  • 28. Out In The Street - Alternate Stereo Version (2:33)
  • 29. I Don't Mind - Full Length Stereo Version (3:45)
  • 30. The Good's Gone - Full Length Stereo Version (4:27)

Review

'My Generation' by The Who is a rock 'n' roll thunderbolt that struck the music world in late '65. This debut album is a glorious fusion of R&B influences and raw, rebellious energy that would go on to shape the future of rock. From the moment you drop the needle on this record, you're hit with a sonic assault that was light years ahead of its time.

The album's production, helmed by Shel Talmy, captures the band's live wire energy in all its chaotic glory. Recorded at IBC Studios in London, you can almost smell the sweat and hear the amp buzz between tracks. The addition of Nicky Hopkins on piano adds a layer of depth to the band's sound, perfectly complementing Pete Townshend's innovative guitar work that would later influence axe-slingers from Hendrix to punk rockers.

The title track 'My Generation' is a middle finger to the establishment that still resonates today, while 'The Kids Are Alright' showcases the band's knack for crafting catchy rock anthems. Their covers of James Brown tunes like 'Please, Please, Please' pay homage to their R&B roots while tracks like 'Out in the Street' hint at the sonic exploration to come. This album isn't just the birth of The Who, it's the Big Bang of rock as we know it. - Hank

Listening Guide

• Vibe: High-Energy Workout

• Insight: With its rebellious spirit and adrenaline-pumping rock anthems, this album is perfect for powering through an intense workout. The raw energy and driving rhythms will keep you motivated, while the bold attitude in every track makes it easy to push yourself harder. It’s a sonic boost for anyone looking to break a sweat with some rock ‘n’ roll edge.