Truancy: The Very Best of Pete Townshend
Pete Townshend · 2015
75 min · 17 tracks · rock music
A rich tapestry of rock storytelling woven through poignant melodies and Townshend's signature guitar work.
Why this album works
This compilation album serves as an essential collection of Townshend's solo work, highlighting tracks that have been pivotal in shaping rock music. It was well-received by critics, affirming Townshend's status as a songwriter and guitarist beyond his contributions to The Who.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with varied pacing poignant melodies for reflective moments engaging storytelling with guitar emphasis
- Context
- In 2015, Pete Townshend released 'Truancy: The Very Best of Pete Townshend' as a retrospective compilation that showcases his solo career following The Who's peak years. This release came after a period of relative quiet for Townshend, providing a platform to revisit his influential works while he was also preparing for further collaborations and performances with The Who.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kim Wilde· Duran Duran· giorge mijael· Kate Bush· Ringo Starr· 10cc· Bee Gees· Joe Jackson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Pure and Easy 5:33
- 2 Sheraton Gibson 2:36
- 3 (Nothing Is Everything) Let’s See Action 6:23
- 4 My Baby Gives It Away 4:00
- 5 Heart to Hang Onto 4:26
- 6 Keep Me Turning 3:46
- 7 Let My Love Open the Door Standout 2:45
- 8 Rough Boys Standout 4:02
- 9 The Sea Refuses No River 5:53
- 10 Face Dances (Pt. 2) 3:23
- 11 White City Fighting 4:40
- 12 Face the Face 5:52
- 13 I Won’t Run Anymore 4:51
- 14 English Boy Standout 4:49
- 15 You Came Back 4:07
- 16 Guantanamo 4:07
- 17 How Can I Help You 4:08
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