

ĭaltrey made his first guitar, from a block of wood, in 1957, a cherry red Stratocaster replica, and joined a skiffle band called the Detours, who were in need of a lead singer. He showed academic promise in the English state school system, placed at the top of his class on the eleven-plus examination that led to his enrolment at Acton County Grammar School. ĭaltrey attended Victoria Primary School and then Acton County Grammar School along with Pete Townshend and John Entwistle. Harry Daltrey was an insurance clerk who was called up to fight in the Second World War, leaving three-month-old Roger and his mother to be evacuated to a farm in Scotland. JSTOR ( May 2022) ( Learn how and when to remove this template message)ĭaltrey was born on 1 March 1944, in Hammersmith Hospital, East Acton, London, the eldest of three children of Harry and Irene Daltrey.Unsourced material may be challenged and removed.

Please help improve this article by adding citations to reliable sources. This section needs additional citations for verification. Planet Rock listeners voted him rock's fifth-greatest voice in 2009, and he was ranked number 61 on Rolling Stone 's list of the 100 greatest singers of all time in 2010. Daltrey has also been an actor and film producer, with roles in films, theatre, and television.

He and Pete Townshend received Kennedy Center Honors in 2008 and The George and Ira Gershwin Award for Lifetime Musical Achievement at UCLA on. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1990, and the UK Music Hall of Fame in 2005. As a member of the band, Daltrey received a Lifetime achievement award from the British Phonographic Industry in 1988, and from the Grammy Foundation in 2001. The Who are considered one of the most influential rock bands of the 20th century and have sold over 100 million records worldwide. His solo hits include " Giving It All Away", " Walking the Dog", " Written on the Wind", " Free Me", " Without Your Love" and " Under a Raging Moon".

Since then he has released ten solo studio albums, five compilation albums, and one live album. He began his solo career in 1973, while still a member of The Who. ĭaltrey's hit songs with The Who include " My Generation", " Pinball Wizard", " Won't Get Fooled Again", " Baba O'Riley" and " You Better You Bet". He is a co-founder and the lead singer of the rock band The Who. THIS EVENT IS A RENTAL OF OUR FACILITY- MEMBER EXCHANGES ARE NOT AVAILABLE.Roger Harry Daltrey CBE (born 1 March 1944) is an English singer, musician and actor. The reviews are in and 70s fans love this show! Roger Daltrey (The Who) told Eric “Hey man, you do Dead Flowers better than the Stones.” If you love 70s music don’t miss this very special evening. Other DizzyFish members include Frank DeMaio (Guitar), Matt Oestreicher (Keyboards), Roger Post (Drums), John Zanella (Bass), and Jon Saxon (Saxophone). Sharon has also appeared several times on Saturday Night Live. Sharon’s musical journey has taken her around the world, touring, recording, and performing with such artists as Billy Preston, Whitney Houston, Roberta Flack, Bette Midler, and many others. She is also the director of both Shoreline Soul and Valley Soul Choirs. King and Johnny Cash.Īngela has had a 35-year career singing and performing with some of the biggest names in music such as Aretha Franklin, Elton John, Michael Jackson, Steely Dan, and many others. Eric as well as being a powerful live performer has written and produced original songs recorded by musical legends B.B. Beautiful artistic background movies create a fabulous & warm atmosphere in which to see a show.Įric & DizzyFish have rocked audiences sharing the stage with Steve Miller, Three Dog Night, Marshall Tucker, and many others. DizzyFish led by Eric Herbst, with backup singers Angela Clemmons and Sharon Jerry-Collins, performs every song with excitement, energy, and passion. “The Best of the 70s” is not a cover band, but rather an amazing show of 70s music played by a great live band. This family-friendly show, will have 70s fans of all ages singing and dancing to their favorite songs. It features the timeless songs of artists like Neil Young, The Beatles, CSN, Van Morrison, Rolling Stones, America, John Denver, The Eagles, Don McLean, Elton John, Bob Seger, Billy Joel, Cat Stevens, Willie Nelson, Eric Clapton, Jimmy Buffett, David Bowie, Bob Dylan, Led Zeppelin, The Band, Kenny Rogers, Pink Floyd & More!! The show, which sold-out in 2019 is ALL-NEW for 2021. The Best of the 70s is a Celebration of the Greatest Music of All Time. Proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test done within 72 hours prior will be required for entry. Presented by: DizzyFishMusic, LLC Rock Series Buy Tickets About the Artist
