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First off,comparing AC/DC's situation to the who is ridiculous because AC/DC were already a huge band before Brian Johnson was ever heard of,there was never a who without Daltrey.

I'm not suprised Roger would say some stupid shit like this,he doesnt even see what a joke he has become after selling that Who cover band they've been cash cowing to the public that never saw the actual Who and don't know the difference.i wouldnt open my mouth about anyone if i were him,A guy sitting in a Lambo that has no engine or transmission and still thinks riding in the fast lane.

Those two songs alone Angus did with GnR at Coachella kicked more ass than anything Roger Daltrey has done in 35 years ,he needs to keep his mouth shut.

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Talking about Daltrey brings up a point:

Couldn't AC/DC have constructed a wider version of the clear curved plexiglass decibel barrier Townsend used on tour to shield Brian's hearing from the worst of the sonic boom onstage? Yeah, it would have sucked for him not to be too mobile, but could've been a way for the band to fulfill tour agreements and save face.

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...what lem motlow sais is quite funny, and I liked Axl`s singing at Coachella and think people should give this strange collaboration a chance, but-
I`ve seen The Who on their current tour, and they DID kick ass. Roger`s a trouper, still a great singer and in a cultural position to air his judgment however he fancies.
Still I think Axl is a funky idea. Why not wait for the shows? it might work, it might not. It`ll be something else, and that`s good

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First off,comparing AC/DC's situation to the who is ridiculous because AC/DC were already a huge band before Brian Johnson was ever heard of,there was never a who without Daltrey.

I'm not suprised Roger would say some stupid shit like this,he doesnt even see what a joke he has become after selling that Who cover band they've been cash cowing to the public that never saw the actual Who and don't know the difference.i wouldnt open my mouth about anyone if i were him,A guy sitting in a Lambo that has no engine or transmission and still thinks riding in the fast lane.

Those two songs alone Angus did with GnR at Coachella kicked more ass than anything Roger Daltrey has done in 35 years ,he needs to keep his mouth shut.

you could not be more wrong

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Roger Daltrey weighs in on the controversy:

THE WHO's ROGER DALTREY On AXL ROSE Singing For AC/DC: 'Give Me A Break'

April 21, 2016

Give Me A Break

During a brand new interview with Postmedia Network, THE WHO frontman Roger Daltrey was asked for his opinion on the news that Brian Johnson was retiring from AC/DC because he risks substantial hearing loss if he continues to perform in large arenas and stadiums. Daltrey said: "I mean, I really feel badly for Brian. It must be heartbreaking for him after all the service he's given that band over the years.

"I thought their farewell statement to the press and to Brian was fairly curt, to say the least. I felt for him. That must have hurt.

He continued: "I've spoken to Brian. He's got loads of other things he wants to do in his life.

"I think AC/DC will miss Brian much more than Brian will miss AC/DC. There you go. What do you expect from Australians? [Laughs]... And he's such a lovely guy, Brian. I've known him for 40-odd years, more..."

As for the announcement that Johnson will be replaced by GUNS N' ROSES singer Axl Rose for the remainder of the "Rock Or Bust" world tour beginning May 7 in Lisbon, Portugal, Daltrey said: "I mean, go and see karaoke with Axl Rose? Give me a break. [Laughs]"

Read more at [www.blabbermouth.net]

...well said.

Roger Daltrey Calls AC/DC With Axl Rose 'Karaoke'

a tinge of irony i'd say, given half his original band is dead and he's still flogging it.

True, but if Daltrey were out, would Townshend summon a replacement and still dare to call it The Who? I'd hope not...

That's funny, Pete would fold it immediately

true that, because the who have never quit, only to regroup/add new members and start again.[/quote

True that, they could be criticized for carrying on without Keith or John but I doubt Townshend would have continued to cal it The Who without Roger, nor would Roger call a band without Pete, The Who.

so true...charlie's also disposable.

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I agree that Roger Daltrey is the last person that should be opening his mouth about a band carrying on longer than they should. Whats left of The Who is still good, and its a good show, but I agree that its laughable coming out of Daltrey's mouth about what should and should not happen in a different band. AC/DC aren't even really his peers. I don't care that much, but if pressed for an answer I'd say he should keep his mouth shut.

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Someone snuck some audio of Axl rehearsing with AC/DC:

Shoot To Thrill

Thunderstruck

Gotta admit that he sounds good, but I don't think anyone thought he couldn't hack it. I said from the beginning that he'd be able to hit notes that Brian hasn't been able to in years.

What certain fans object to is the shabby manner in which Brian is being treated.

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The new line up...

AC/DC 2016:
Angus Young: Lead Guitar
Stevie Young: Rhythm Guitar
Axl Rose: Vocals
Cliff Williams: Bass Guitar
Chris Slade: Drums

....just imagine the horror.......


It would be more like:

THE ROLLING STONES 2016:
Keith Richards: Lead Guitar
Tyler Wood: Rhythm Guitar
Steven Tyler: Vocals
Darryl Jones: Bass Guitar
Lars Ulrich: Drums

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Makes me think of the induction speech for THE ROLLING STONES at The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame by Pete Townshend.....

Something like: "What ever you do ROLLING STONES, don't grow up gracefully, it wouldn't suite you".

Great speech and funny at the time, but.....

Well, well... take a look at AC/DC now and where Pete Townshend got to with THE WHO.

LONG LIVE THE ROLLING STONES!!!