Renowned musicians Pete Townshend and Roger Daltrey from the iconic rock band The Who are set to hold a significant press conference in London on Thursday, May 9. This event will announce an exciting new venture titled The Song Is Over, which is generating considerable buzz among fans and music enthusiasts alike.

According to the official channels of The Who, this highly anticipated announcement will feature a livestreamed Q&A session, allowing fans from all corners of the world to engage directly with the band. Fans have been actively submitting their questions on various social media platforms, thereby creating a vibrant atmosphere of excitement. This event promises to be a pivotal moment in The Who‘s illustrious six-decade journey in the music industry, and it has captured the attention of both loyal followers and new listeners alike.

The title of this intriguing project, The Song Is Over, is a nod to a lesser-known track from The Who‘s acclaimed 1971 album Who’s Next. The band recently showcased this song live for the first time in March at the prestigious Royal Albert Hall in London. However, the performance faced challenges as Daltrey encountered technical issues, stating, “To sing that song, I do need to hear the key. And I can’t hear. There’s no pitch here. I just hear drums, boom boom boom. I can’t sing to that.” This incident has only heightened interest in the upcoming announcement.

This is not the first instance where The Who has hinted at a potential farewell. Back in 1982, the band embarked on what they labeled a farewell tour, gracing the cover of Rolling Stone magazine with the provocative headline “The Who: The End.” At that time, Townshend was just 37 and Daltrey was 38. Fast forward to today, and Townshend is approaching his 80th birthday while Daltrey recently celebrated his 81st year, prompting fans to ponder the future of the legendary band.

Longtime drummer Zak Starkey, who briefly parted ways with the band earlier this year, is anticipated to participate in any forthcoming live performances. Starkey left following the Royal Albert Hall concert but was swiftly reinstated. Townshend addressed the situation, stating, “There have been some communication issues, personal and private on all sides, that needed to be dealt with, and these have been aired happily.” This indicates a positive resolution and a hopeful future for the band’s live endeavors.

While The Who has not officially confirmed that The Song Is Over will entail a tour, speculation is rife among fans. Many are curious if it could potentially be a new studio album, a biographical film, or even a fresh rock opera. Daltrey has previously entertained the idea of a biopic focused on Keith Moon, although there have been no recent updates regarding that project. The mystery surrounding this announcement adds to the excitement and anticipation.

The last album released by The Who was in 2019, titled Who, which debuted at an impressive No. 2 on the Billboard 200 chart. This marked the band’s highest-charting album since Quadrophenia reached the same position back in 1973. The continued success of their music showcases The Who‘s enduring legacy in the music industry and their ability to resonate with audiences across generations.

Complete details regarding the highly anticipated project The Song Is Over will be unveiled during Thursday’s announcement, and fans eagerly await what promises to be an exciting chapter in the storied history of The Who.