The Who - Who Are You [Half-Speed Mastered]

Initially released in August 1978, Who Are You marked a significant chapter in The Who’s career. While it was a commercial triumph, peaking at No. 2 on the U.S. Billboard 200 and achieving double platinum status and No. 6 on the U.K. Albums Chart, it was also tragically the last album to feature legendary drummer Keith Moon, who died a week after its release.

The album saw the band pushing boundaries once more, with the songs referencing the incoming influence of punk music. In fact, the title track was written after a night out with Steve Jones and Paul Cook of The Sex Pistols. Nonetheless, Pete Townshend also delivered some of his most ambitious and intricate arrangements, incorporating layers of synthesizers and strings into The Who’s powerful backing tracks.

The title track “Who Are You” preceded the album in early July 1978, becoming an instant anthem that has remained in the band’s set list to this day. Aided by its appearance in the CSI TV franchise in the early 2000s, it’s one of The Who’s most-streamed tracks.

Format / LP
Released / 10/31/2025
Catalogue / GEF-196627
Barcode / 602448865229
Artist / The Who
Label / Geffen Records
Genre / Pop / Rock