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Join Together

The Who · 1990

132 min · 34 tracks · hard rock · progressive rock · R&B

An exhilarating blend of rock operatic grandeur and raw, gritty anthems that showcase The Who's enduring spirit.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic peaks and valleys
  • exhilarating sing-along moments
  • theatrical storytelling elements
  • intense emotional crescendos
  • late-night reflective listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek straightforward single experiences

Where this album fits

Themes
rock opera revival· 80s slick production
Career context
By 1990, The Who was navigating a complex phase in their career marked by lineup changes and the death of drummer Keith Moon. 'Join Together' came out nearly two decades after their landmark album 'Tommy,' reflecting both nostalgia and a renewed vigor as they revisited their classic material while integrating new works. This album served as a testament to their resilience and relevance in the evolving rock landscape.
Stylistic neighbors
The Kinks· Led Zeppelin· The Rolling Stones
Sounds like this from elsewhere
The Miracle by Queen — Shares grandiose rock operatics and polished production, echoing themes of resilience and unity.
Earthling by David Bowie — Merges rock with anthemic energy and modern production, reflecting a spirit of reinvention.
Rattle and Hum by U2 — Combines rock roots with anthemic soundscapes and themes of nostalgia and cultural reflection.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Overture 5:27
  • 2 1921 2:52
  • 3 Amazing Journey 3:07
  • 4 Sparks 4:35
  • 5 Eyesight to the Blind (And the Hawker) 2:17
  • 6 Christmas 4:24
  • 7 Cousin Kevin 3:56
  • 8 The Acid Queen 3:44
  • 9 Pinball Wizard 4:20
  • 10 Do You Think It's Alright? 0:23
  • 11 Fiddle About 1:38
  • 12 There's a Doctor 0:19
  • 13 Go to the Mirror! 3:23
  • 14 Smash the Mirror 1:09
  • 15 Tommy Can You Hear Me? 0:57
  • 16 I'm Free 2:11
  • 17 Miracle Cure 0:23
  • 18 Sally Simpson 4:18
  • 19 Sensation 2:21
  • 20 Tommy's Holiday Camp 0:57
  • 21 We're Not Gonna Take It! 8:44

Disc 2

  • 1 Eminence Front 5:43
  • 2 Face the Face 6:11
  • 3 Dig 3:59
  • 4 I Can See for Miles 3:43
  • 5 A Little Is Enough 5:05
  • 6 5:15 5:47
  • 7 Love, Reign O'er Me 5:58
  • 8 Trick of the Light 5:39
  • 9 Rough Boys 4:34
  • 10 Join Together 5:11
  • 11 You Better You Bet 5:33
  • 12 Behind Blue Eyes 3:45
  • 13 Won't Get Fooled Again 9:34

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