September 7, 1978, Keith Moon left us for the great gig in the sky, his lifestyle is mythological, his exploits legendary, but it’s his drumming that he should be remembered for, he propelled The Who into hyperdrive, making them one of the most dynamic and visceral live bands on the planet. His influence on other drummers can never be underestimated (as he was a real ‘one-off’), we all owe him a debt that cannot be repaid. He shared the stage with the world’s most unique bass player – but that’s a eulogy for another time.
– Pat Thomas is the author of the recently released work, Listen, Whitey! The Sights and Sounds of Black Power 1965-1975
