A double-album rock opera about a conflicted mod, grander and more cohesive than Tommy. Townshend's synths and Daltrey's voice power it. A high point of 70s concept records. Later output that justifies the journey through the back catalogue.
On vinyl: Well-pressed originals still surface at reasonable prices; modern reissues are a safe bet if you want new.
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More from The Who — where to go next
If you have Quadrophenia, these are the The Who records worth reaching for next.
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Live at Leeds1970 · RockStart here
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My Generation1965 · RockEssential
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Tommy1969 · RockEssential
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The Who Sell Out1967 · RockClassic
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Who's Next1971 · RockClassic
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