Quadrophenia The Who

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Vinyl LP - Reissue

  • Release Date: 12/09/2008
  • Original Release: 1973
  • 2 Disc Set
  • Sales Rank: 8,599
  • Label: MCA
  • UPC: 042283107410

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Quadrophenia

Disc 1
1LISTENI Am the Sea 2:08
2LISTENThe Real Me 3:20
3LISTENQuadrophenia 6:13
4LISTENCut My Hair 3:44
5LISTENThe Punk and the Godfather 5:10
6LISTENI'm One 2:37
7LISTENThe Dirty Jobs 4:29
8LISTENHelpless Dancer 2:33
9LISTENIs It in My Head? 3:43
10LISTENI've Had Enough 6:14

Disc 2
1LISTEN5:15 4:59
2LISTENSea and Sand 5:01
3LISTENDrowned 5:26
4LISTENBell Boy 4:55
5LISTENDoctor Jimmy 8:36
6LISTENThe Rock 5:48
7LISTENLove, Reign o'er Me 6:37

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Editorial Reviews

Pete Townshend revisited the rock opera concept with another double-album opus, this time built around the story of a young mod's struggle to come of age in the mid-'60s. If anything, this was a more ambitious project than Tommy, given added weight by the fact that the Who weren't devising some fantasy but were re-examining the roots of their own birth in mod culture. In the end, there may have been too much weight, as Townshend tried to combine the story of a mixed-up mod named Jimmy with the examination of a four-way split personality (hence the title Quadrophenia), in turn meant to reflect the four conflicting personas at work within the Who itself. The concept might have ultimately been too obscure and confusing for a mass audience. But there's plenty of great music anyway, especially on "The Real Me," "The Punk Meets the Godfather," "I'm One," "Bell Boy," and "Love, Reign o'er Me." Some of Townshend's most direct, heartfelt writing is contained here, and production-wise it's a tour de force, with some of the most imaginative use of synthesizers on a rock record. Various members of the band griped endlessly about flaws in the mix, but really these will bug very few listeners, who in general will find this to be one of the Who's most powerful statements. Richie Unterberger, All Music Guide

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Equal to Tommyby JohnQ

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July 23, 2009: This one may not have been as popular or as influential as their Tommy album but it is an excellent Rock opera and has aged even better than its predecessor. It is another dark vision into the psyche of Pete Townshend but enjoyable none-the-less.

This review was written about the CD edition.

The Who's 'Quadrophenia' on vinyl - another jaw dropperby cblou2000

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March 05, 2009: This review is confined to the topic of the vinyl version(s) of 'Quadrophenia.' First things first though - there are at least three vinyl versions of this title: 1) The regular reissue on MCA, (2) The 'Classic Records' limited edition, all analog mastered, 180 gram, virgin vinyl, audiophile quality pressing, and 3) The Polydor label (B&N says it's on the MCA label but it isn't) all analog mastered, 180 gram, virgin vinyl, audiophile quality pressing. When you order 'Quadrophenia' on vinyl from B&N, it's the Polydor version you get.

I listened to it without interruption and sat stunned for a few minutes at the quality. I have the 'Classic Records' version, which cost an arm and a leg, and there is no audible difference between the 'Classic' and Polydor versions. One would have to have been in the studio for both masterings to tell a difference between the two. Every subtle nuance is captured on the vinyl versions.

Everything on this album is top notch. It has everything the original had including the photo album in the center and the original cover (but there is a tiny bar code on the back cover).

Sometimes it's a crap shoot when you buy vinyl records. It may be scratched or have debris from the pressing plant that causes undesirable clicks and pops. However, usually, top end pressings like the 180 gram virgin vinyl pressings are relatively problem free when you buy them.

At B&N if your record is scratched or damaged in any way, THEY pay the return postage. Also, any purchase over $25 gets free shipping on most items. Also, if you pay the $25 to be in the club, you receive a 10% discount automatically. It's a win/win situation. If you get a bad copy, they'll either replace the item or refund your money with no questions asked - the customer is always right. I know - that's an old-fashioned concept.

I don't work for B&N, I just like to write reviews.

I Also Recommend: Who's Next, Beatles One, Rubber Soul, With the Beatles [Remastered], Prisoner in Disguise.


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