Iconic rock star Roger Daltrey muses his mortality and band’s future at 80

WEB DESK: Iconic frontman of rock band “The Who” Roger Daltrey mused on his mortality and his future with his band following recent 80th birthday on Sunday.

In a recent interview, the Englishman soberly reflected on his age, admitting that he views it as an indication that he is “on the way out”.

The singer recently stepped down as the curator of the annual Teenage Cancer Trust (TCT) charity concerts, a role he has held for almost 24 years.

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Roger Daltrey stated that someone else had to take the reins and drive the initiative forward, hinting at an end to his involvement with the charity.

Reviewing his recent performances, Daltrey confessed to feeling nervous and challenged, especially following a prolonged break due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Daltrey’s future with The Who remains uncertain. While he is willing to part ways with that era of his life, primarily considering himself a performer rather than a songwriter, he also acknowledged the need for discussions with his bandmate, Pete Townshend, to navigate the band’s future.

In the meantime, Daltrey is preparing for an upcoming “semi-acoustic” solo tour in North America. During this tour, he will perform classic songs from The Who and his solo catallogue.

Roger Daltrey was born on March 1, 1944, and is widely recognized in the rock music industry. Some of his most famous tracks include “My Generation” and “Won’t Get Fooled Again.”

The Englishman debuted with his band in 1964 and as a soloist in 1973. Daltrey with his band The Who has sold over 100 million records worldwide throughout.

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The rock star has won numerous awards including a Lifetime Achievement Award from the British Phonographic Industry, the Kennedy Center Honors in 2008 and The George and Ira Gershwin Award for Lifetime Musical Achievement at University of California (UCLA) in 2016.

He was honoured for his contributions to the rock music by being inducted into both, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the UK Music Hall of Fame.