Although they have their roots in the defiant rock of post-war adolescence, The Who have proven themselves to have something of a timeless and universal appeal. The records they have produced over their long and illustrious history still resonate with thousands of people worldwide over six decades after their inception. Without The Who, the rock and roll scene of the 20th century would have looked very different, something Kiss frontman Gene Simmons is all too aware of.
Part of what makes The Who such a legendary outfit is, of course, their live performances. Making a name for themselves with incredibly loud, anarchic and often confrontational live shows, the Roger Daltrey-fronted group paved the way for an entire generation of iconic live acts during a time in which studio records were the be-all and end-all. In addition to their performances, though, the enduring popularity of The Who is largely down to the songwriting genius of guitarist Pete Townshend.