On this day March 16 1981 The Who released their ninth studio album Face Dances. The album marked a new era for the band as it was their first without drummer Keith Moon who passed away in 1978. Former Small Faces drummer Kenney Jones stepped in as his replacement bringing a different rhythmic style to the band’s sound.
Face Dances was a commercial success reaching number four on the Billboard charts and hitting number one in Canada. The album featured the hit You Better You Bet which became one of The Who’s most recognizable songs and a favorite on rock radio.
80s insight: You Better You Bet was the fourth most played video on MTV during the network’s early years helping to introduce The Who to a new generation of fans.
Face Dances was a commercial success reaching number four on the Billboard charts and hitting number one in Canada. The album featured the hit You Better You Bet which became one of The Who’s most recognizable songs and a favorite on rock radio.
80s insight: You Better You Bet was the fourth most played video on MTV during the network’s early years helping to introduce The Who to a new generation of fans.
