Who's Greatest Hits

From their beginnings as the patron saints of Britain's mod, mod, mod, mod world, to their sophisticated compositions and musical virtuosity, The Who remain one of the greatest rock bands. Ever. With so many songs that helped redefine the very genre that they were a part of, it's annoying that Who's Greatest Hits only dabbles in The Who's catalog, ignoring for instance, the beautiful tension of hits like "I Can See for Miles" or the exhilarating rush of genius at the beginning of "Baba O'Riley." The collection does provide a decent array of the band's growth from "Substitute" and their signature "My Generation," through "Pinball Wizard," "Won't Get Fooled Again," and, eventually, "Love Reign O'er Me." As a brief overview, Who's Greatest Hits is initially satisfying, but like The Who themselves, it leaves the listener wishing for more. --Steve Gdula