TVD Live Shots: Roger Daltrey at the Fox Theater Oakland, 3/15

What does the legendary Roger Daltrey do in his time off from The Who? Apparently he spends it with members of The Who’s touring band including Simon Townshend (younger brother of Pete), Frank Simes, Jon Button, Loren Gold, and Scott Devours.

Billed as playing “The Who hits, rarities and solo hits,” the seated show kicked off with The Who’s “Overture” from Tommy before the familiar furious acoustic guitar strumming of “Pinball Wizard” brought the Fox to its feet as Daltrey did his signature mic spin.

Between songs, Daltrey was more than happy to chat up the room. From dedicating “Another Tricky Day” to Donald Trump Jr. (whose wife had recently filed for divorce) to sharing the story behind the recording of “Athena,” Roger gave the show an intimate feel that the fans clearly appreciated as they hung on his every word.

While the set list did cover solo hits “Without Your Love,” “Days of Light,” “After the Fire,” and “Always Heading Home,” Daltrey primarily stuck to The Who catalog but didn’t hesitate to go deep for this special night which even saw Led Zeppelin’s legendary guitar player Jimmy Page enjoying the show from the back of the theater.

It’s not very often that one gets to witness a legendary performer this close and personal and Daltrey did not disappoint. Defying his 74 years, he sounded great and brings an energy to his performance that makes it clear that he truly enjoys his time on stage.

Roger Daltrey

LESLIE MENDELSON

Leslie Mendelson

SETLIST
Overture
Pinball Wizard
Who Are You
Another Tricky Day (dedicated to Donald Trump Jr. )
Behind Blue Eyes
Giving It All Away
Athena
I Can See for Miles
Days of Light
After the Fire
Dreaming From the Waist
Going Mobile
How Many Friends
The Real Me
Without Your Love
Naked Eye
Baba O’Riley
Young Man Blues (Mose Allison cover)
Always Heading Home

TVD Live Shots: Roger Daltrey at the Fox Theater Oakland, 3/15

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