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The Who are coming toAustralia

Wed 29th Oct, 2008 in Local News

The whispers began on the weekend, but now FasterLouder can confirm The Who are definitely coming down under in 2009 to play the Grand Prix in Melbourne. And you can sure there are more shows to follow.

Spearheaded by Roger Daltrey and Peter Townshend, the iconic British band hasn’t slowed its momentum in recent years. The Who floored the Pyramid Stage on the last day of Glastonbury 2007, with the BBC enthusing, “Daltry and Townshend’s energy and panache still make their (40 years younger) rivals seem tame in comparison.” The praise was echoed by almost all the comments on the Glastonbury site.

It’s a huge win for the 2009 Australian Grand Prix, then, that The Who will perform the closing concert of the Formula One world championship. Last year’s star attraction was KISS, with an estimated 65,000 people witnessing the spectacle. Townsend is “hoping to see an even bigger crowd” – and we get the feeling he’ll get his wish. This could be one of 2009’s defining performances.

The 2009 FORMULA 1Ã¢â€žÂ¢ ING Australian Grand Prix happens at Albert Park, Melbourne, from 26 – 29 March. Stay tuned to FasterLouder for The Who’s national dates when they come to hand.

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summutha

summutha said on the 29th Oct, 2008

Paul_Busch

Paul_Busch said on the 29th Oct, 2008

sarahanne

sarahanne said on the 29th Oct, 2008

who who who who?

mooney88

mooney88 said on the 29th Oct, 2008

csi fans are stoked

darve

darve said on the 29th Oct, 2008

hope they are good....
saw kiss last year and they were horrible

darve

darve said on the 29th Oct, 2008

hope they are good....
saw kiss last year and they were horrible

But i dig the who and will go!

Alexphotosite

Alexphotosite said on the 30th Oct, 2008

Melbourne Grand Prix Pre-sale Onsale NOW!

http://premier.ticketek.com.au/shows/show.aspx?sh=AGPGA09

http://ecards.showticks.com/ampresents/ecards/AMP002/index.html

"General Admission

General Admission tickets will not be mailed or available for collection until late January 2009.

26 - 29 March 2009*

The 2009 FORMULA 1™ ING Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne from 26-29 March, 2009* is a four-day extravaganza of speed, glamour and excitement that has become the benchmark in Formula One.

2009 features include twilight racing, the best Australian support racing categories and a broad off track entertainment program that will excite every event patron.

Plus, performing in their only Melbourne show, The Who will take next year’s Australian Grand Prix to a whole new level with a spectacular concert to herald the conclusion of the opening round of the Formula One World Championship.

Everyone with a valid Grand Prix ticket for Sunday 29 March* will be able to watch the concert, and for dedicated Who fans, a limited number of tickets named My Generation Platinum & Who Are You Gold will be available in two premium (general admission) areas at the front of the stage for $225** and $175** respectively, including general admission access to the circuit on Sunday. (Available to purchase from Monday 3 November, 9am)

The My Generation Platinum area will be an exclusive area immediately in front of the stage. The Who Are You Gold area will be an exclusive area immediately behind this and in front of the general patron viewing area. Click here for a map of The Who concert area.

For grandstand, 4-day general admission and corporate patrons (and any person who has already purchased a Sunday Grand Prix ticket) an upgrade to Who Are You Gold is available for $76**^. (Available to purchase from Monday 3 November, 9am)

Don’t forget, patrons with a valid Sunday 29 March* ticket can view the concert from the general admission area for no additional cost. So what are you waiting for, purchase your tickets now!

* Date subject to FIA confirmation late 2008.
** Transaction fees apply.
^ The upgrade must be used in conjunction with a valid Sunday Grand Prix ticket."

Map:

http://premier.ticketek.com.au/dbimages/sfx33022.gif

Alexphotosite

Alexphotosite said on the 30th Oct, 2008

From: http://www.ampresents.com/?module=events&action=upcomming&id=60

THE WHO

British rock legends THE WHO are coming to Australia to FIRE UP the 2009 FORMULA 1™ ING Australian Grand Prix. Andrew McManus presents one of the greatest ever live rock bands who will bring the curtain down on what is shaping up to be the biggest Grand Prix in Australia’s history. Special guests are Melbourne's Dallas Crane. Tickets for this EXPLOSIVE night are on sale Monday 3rd November.

With hits including ‘Who Are You’, ‘Substitute’, ‘My Generation’, ‘Pinball Wizard’ and ‘You Better You Bet’, The Who was the soundtrack for a generation. Next year they will provide the soundtrack to the Australian Grand Prix.

Performing in their only Melbourne show, The Who will take next year’s GP to a whole new level with a spectacular concert to herald the conclusion of the opening round of the Formula One world championship. Melbounre band Dalls Crane will kick off the evening for them.

The Who is one of the most influential groups in rock music. Their progressive approach to the writing of albums and their exciting live shows are matched by few. The hard rock style they brought to England's music scene was one that set the stage for other bands ranging from Led Zeppelin to The Clash. The Who has sold over 100 million albums and won every major award including Grammies, Brit Awards and Lifetime Achievement honours.

The Who has been inducted into both the US and UK Rock ’N Roll Hall of Fame. All three versions of the American forensic drama CSI (CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, CSI: Miami, and CSI: NY) feature songs written and performed by The Who as their theme songs – “Who Are You”, “Won't Get Fooled Again” and “Baba O'Riley” respectively.

Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend, are the last two surviving members of the original foursome. The band is rounded out by long-time members Simon Townshend (guitar), Zak Starkey (drums), Pino Palladino (bass) and John ‘Rabbit’ Bundrick (keys). “This is a special occasion for us to come and be with you guys at the time of the Grand Prix,” said Townsend. “KISS did it last year and we hear they played to big crowds, but we hope to see an even bigger crowd when we hit Melbourne in March.” “We can’t wait to get there,” added Daltrey, “we hope a load of you turn out to see us. It’s a bloody long way to go, but you’re worth coming to.”

Tickets -

o ‘My Generation Platinum’ tickets - $225. This includes general admission entry to the Grand Prix on Sunday 29 March as well as admission to an exclusive viewing area for The Who immediately in front of the stage.
o ‘Who Are You Gold’ tickets - $175. This includes general admission entry to the Grand Prix on Sunday 29 March as well as admission to a premium viewing area, immediately behind the ‘My Generation Platinum’ viewing area and in front of the general patron viewing area.
o Those who have 4-day general admission, grandstand or corporate tickets can also purchase a $76 upgrade which allows them access to the ‘Who Are You Gold’ area.
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The 2009 FORMULA 1™ ING Australian Grand Prix is on at Albert Park at 26 - 29 March.

Tickets are on sale November 3. For bookings or more information, visit www.grandprix.com.au 13 19 31 or call Ticketek on 131 849.

Dallas Crane are supporting? Urrrrggh! Yuck! Oh well, The Who are coming so who cares!

mooney88

mooney88 said on the 30th Oct, 2008

seriously i wish i was keith moon

Napoleon Solo

Napoleon Solo said on the 30th Oct, 2008

mooney88

mooney88 said on the 31st Oct, 2008

yes.
haha no you know what i mean.