Before it became a classic rock staple...before it showed up in commercials and movie soundtracks…“My Generation” by The Who was a full-blown act of rebellion.In this episode of Don’t Play That Song, we dive into the story behind one of the most explosive singles of the 1960s, and why some radio stations refused to play it. With its defiant attitude, feedback-drenched sound, and that now-iconic stutter, the song didn’t just raise eyebrows. It raised questions.Want to hear all the songs we couldn’t play on the show? Head to dontplaythatsong.com for the official companion playlist.Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and follow the show wherever you get your podcasts.Follow the podcast on Instagram @dontplaythatsongpodSources For This Episode:https://www.radiox.co.uk/artists/the-who/pete-townshend-my-generation-not-queen-mother/https://www.thewho.com/music/my-generation-3/https://www.bbc.co.uk/music/articles/46f837da-9ffa-494d-94e7-c7ffb0781beahttps://faroutmagazine.co.uk/roger-daltrey-stutter-the-who-song-my-generation/https://www.guitarworld.com/features/bewildering-technique-that-went-way-beyond-any-standard-root5th-ideas-listen-to-john-entwistles-isolated-bass-on-my-generationhttps://www.thisdayinmusic.com/liner-notes/the-who-my-generation/https://americansongwriter.com/3-classic-rock-hits-that-were-praised-or-banned-for-featuring-stuttering/https://www.theguardian.com/music/2024/nov/17/shel-talmy-obituary

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