Let’s dive into the latest rock ‘n’ roll drama that’s been making waves in the music world. Roger Daltrey, the iconic frontman of The Who, recently had a meltdown on stage that’s got everyone talking. It comes after Zak Starkey was reinstated into The Who.
During a recent performance at London’s Royal Albert Hall, Daltrey halted the band’s final song, “The Song Is Over,” expressing frustration with the sound mix. He reportedly said, “To sing that song I do need to hear the key, and I can’t. All I’ve got is drums going boom, boom, boom. I can’t sing to that. I’m sorry, guys.”
Following the incident, it was announced that drummer Zak Starkey, son of Ringo Starr and a member of The Who since 1996, would be stepping down. Starkey expressed surprise at the decision, stating he was “surprised and saddened” by the news.
However, just days later, guitarist Pete Townshend clarified that Starkey was not being asked to step down. He attributed the situation to communication issues and acknowledged his own role in the confusion, particularly related to his recent knee surgery and inadequate sound checks. Townshend noted that Starkey agreed to adjust his drumming to better fit the band’s non-orchestral setup.
Now, Roger Daltrey has shared his thoughts on the matter.
