Album Ranking - The Who (1965-1978)

A ranking of The Who studio albums released between 1965 and 1978 from worst to best

Author: Aidan McKenna

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9: Who Are You (1978)

Nothing to write home about

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8: Tommy (1969)

Evolutionary music but a bit weird in all honesty

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7: A Quick One (1966)

Under-rated but a bit inconsistent in terms of quality

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6: Live at Leeds (1970)

You can feel the personality of the band

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5: My Generation (1965)

A really good first album, sets the tone

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4: Who’s Next (1971)

An all-round good album, the go to classic rock album of the 60’s

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3: The Who By Numbers (1975)

The most under-rated album, so underappreciated

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2: The Who Sell Out (1967)

One of my favourite concept albums, they didn’t take it too seriously

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1: Quadrophenia (1973)

The best concept album ever made in my opinion, very relatable story, subtle drums and great guitar