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2025 is marked by a global crisis in drummers, with major bands like The Who, Foo Fighters, and Pearl Jam experiencing unprecedented lineup changes, highlighting the volatile and physically demanding nature of drumming careers and the cultural significance of drummers in music history.
Roger Daltrey of The Who responded to Zak Starkey's public remarks about his firing from the band, calling Starkey’s comments a 'character assassination' and describing the incident at the Royal Albert Hall as a misunderstanding caused by sound issues and miscommunication. Daltrey emphasized his and Pete Townshend's roles as the core of the band, criticizing Starkey's reaction as upsetting.
Roger Daltrey defends his actions during a Royal Albert Hall incident involving Zak Starkey, claiming he was warning Starkey about loudness issues and denying any wrongdoing, despite being accused of character assassination amid the band's internal conflicts.
The article ranks five performances of The Who's iconic 'Won't Get Fooled Again' drum solo, highlighting Keith Moon's legendary last performance, Zak Starkey's acclaimed 2001 rendition, and the challenges faced by subsequent drummers like Kenney Jones, Simon Phillips, and Scott Devours in honoring the band's legacy.
Zak Starkey discusses his firing from The Who, revealing Roger Daltrey's strange call suggesting he might be rehired, and clarifies he didn't make a mistake during a recent performance. Despite the controversy, Starkey remains open to rejoining the band, and shares his father's critical opinion of Daltrey's band leadership.
The sons of The Beatles members—Zak Starkey, Sean Ono Lennon, and James McCartney—have collaborated on a new song called 'Rip Off,' marking the first time three of The Beatles' children have worked together on music, blending rock elements reminiscent of The Beatles' sound.
The sons of Beatles members John Lennon, Paul McCartney, and Ringo Starr—Sean Ono Lennon, James McCartney, and Zak Starkey—have collaborated for the first time on a new song titled 'Rip Off,' as part of the supergroup Mantra of the Cosmos, marking a notable reunion of the next generation of Beatles family members.
Zak Starkey, who played drums for The Who for 30 years, experienced a tumultuous few months involving being fired, rehired, and fired again by the band amid internal conflicts and public disputes. Despite the chaos, Starkey remains involved in new projects like the supergroup Mantra of the Cosmos and expresses a willingness to return to The Who if asked, while reflecting on the band's unpredictable and eccentric nature.
Zak Starkey recounts his tumultuous experience with The Who, claiming he was unfairly blamed for onstage errors during a performance, leading to his firing and brief rehiring before ultimately leaving the band again. He criticizes the band's unpredictable and aggressive nature and mentions that Daltrey has suggested a possible return, though Starkey remains cautious.