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In this edition of The Extended Play Lounge, we're listening to Tommy by The Who. Perhaps not surprisingly, I had really only heard Pinball Wizard and a few snippets here and there of this double album rock opera. And, I had virtually no understanding of the real plot of the story. So, come along for the ride with me!

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Tommy (The Who) | Extended Play Lounge Episode 67

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Mark L

Although I am not a big fan of the Ken Russel movie, there were a few good choices made. Tina Turner as the Acid Queen was a great casting idea. I also think that the song order was changed so that I’m Free came directly after smashing the mirror, which makes more sense to me. I could be misremembering the latter, because it has been a long time. I can’t believe that I have been listening to this album for 55 years, and still know it by heart.

Allen

Ha---I can't get out of my head Keith Moon's hyper "Uncle Ernie" character (from the 1979 film) as he "fiddles about" (would love to see Doug's reaction just to that scene).

Ralph Darvill

Hi Doug, I haven't listened to the whole of Tommy for a VERY long time, probably since the early 70s when my brother played it on almost constant rotation! Very interesting analysis. Oh and those chickens are turkeys...cos the turkey is our traditional Christmas roast bird.