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Who's Missing

The Who · 1985

40 min · 12 tracks · hard rock · progressive rock · R&B

A collection of energetic rock and rhythm and blues gems showcasing The Who's early, exuberant spirit.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • energetic bursts of nostalgia
  • dynamic collection of gems
  • for sing-along moments
  • pacing that ebbs and flows

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer long, immersive tracks
  • seek slow, contemplative vibes

Where this album fits

Themes
live rock energy· lyrical whimsy
Career context
Released in 1985, 'Who's Missing' arrived during a period when The Who was less active in the studio, following their 1982 album 'It's Hard'. This compilation features previously unreleased tracks alongside lesser-known songs from their extensive catalog, offering fans a glimpse into their creative evolution amid lineup changes and shifting musical landscapes.
Stylistic neighbors
The Kinks· Led Zeppelin· The Rolling Stones
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Some Girls by The Rolling Stones — Captures a similar blend of rock energy and playful lyrical commentary on contemporary culture.
Young Americans by David Bowie — Shares a rhythmic, soulful approach with whimsical storytelling and a vibrant rock ambiance.
Muswell Hillbillies by The Kinks — Both albums feature a mix of rock energy and narrative-driven lyrics reflecting quirky life experiences.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Shout and Shimmy 3:16
  • 2 Leaving Here 2:49
  • 3 Anytime You Want Me 2:35
  • 4 Lubie (Come Back Home) 3:38
  • 5 Barbara Ann 2:00
  • 6 I'm a Boy (1st version) 2:36
  • 7 Mary-Anne With the Shaky Hands (original version) 3:16
  • 8 Heaven and Hell 3:32
  • 9 Here for More 2:25
  • 10 I Don't Even Know Myself 5:00
  • 11 When I Was a Boy 3:29
  • 12 Bargain (live) 6:22

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