The Who - Maximum BBC

Review by Luz Sturgeon

Maximum BBC by The Who: A Wild Ride Through Rock History Alright, let’s talk about Maximum BBC, the 1994 compilation album from The Who. This one’s a bit of a treasure chest for fans, pulling together live recordings and rare tracks that span their career. It’s got all the vibes—Pop/Rock, Hard Rock, Mod, you name it. And while this release was mostly aimed at Italy and Japan (shoutout to those countries!), it’s become a cult fave worldwide. Released under some quirky labels like Not On Label (The Who) and Red Robin Records, it feels like an underground gem rather than a polished studio masterpiece—and honestly? That’s part of its charm. Now, flipping through the tracklist is kinda like going on a nostalgia trip if you’re into The Who’s classic stuff. There are repeats here and there (like two versions of “Pictures of Lily” and “I’m A Boy”), but hey, when the songs slap, who cares? Two tracks stuck out to me in particular: “I Can See For Miles” and “Pinball Wizard.” “I Can See For Miles” hits different every time I hear it. Like, how do you even pack so much energy into one song? The raw vocals, the driving beat—it’s just relentless. You can tell they weren’t messing around when they recorded this. Every note screams passion, and it makes me wanna crank up the volume and annoy my neighbors. It’s one of those songs where you realize why The Who were such legends; they didn’t just play music, they attacked it. Then there’s “Pinball Wizard,” which is basically iconic at this point. Whether you’re a fan of rock operas or not, this tune grabs you by the collar and doesn’t let go. It’s catchy as hell, with those staccato guitar riffs and Roger Daltrey belting his heart out. Plus, who wouldn’t love a song about being ridiculously good at pinball? It’s fun, it’s clever, and it reminds me why I fell in love with The Who in the first place. But let’s be real—the album isn’t perfect. Some tracks feel repetitive, and yeah, maybe including multiple versions of the same song wasn’t the best move. Still, hearing these performances stripped-down or live gives you a fresh perspective on old favorites. It’s like hanging out with an old friend—you notice new things about them but still appreciate what made you bond in the first place. One thing that struck me while listening to Maximum BBC is how timeless The Who’s sound feels. Even though this came out in ’94, most of these recordings have that vintage grit that takes you back to smoky clubs and wild gigs. It’s messy, loud, and unapologetically human—which is exactly what rock should be. Oh, and here’s a random thought: If aliens ever landed on Earth and asked for proof of our planet’s musical greatness, I’d hand them this album. Sure, it might confuse them a little with all the repeats, but man, would they get the full force of rock ‘n’ roll spirit. Just saying. So yeah, give Maximum BBC a spin if you’re craving some high-energy rock goodness. It’s not gonna change your life, but it’ll definitely remind you why The Who ruled the scene—and maybe make you wanna shake all over yourself.

Artist: The Who
Album: Maximum BBC

1994

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
I Can See for Miles
I'm a Boy
Run Run Run
I Can't Reach You
Disquises
Boris The Spider
Summertime Blues
I'm Free
Shaking All Over
Dancing In The Street
Seee My Way
La-La Lies
Good Lovin'
The Seeker
Dancing in the Street
I Can See For Miles
Disguises
My Generation
I'm A Boy
So Sad About Us
Pictures Of Lily
Pictures of Lily
Substitute
Pinball Wizard
Shakin' All Over
Anyway, Anyhow, Anywhere
Run, Run, Run
Heaven And Hell
I Can't Reach You
Man With Money
Happy Jack
The Good's Gone
La La La La Lies
Anyway Anyhow Anywhere
Good Lovin'
Our Love Was
The Goods Gone
See My Way
Leaving Here
Just You and Me, Darling
Just You And Me
I'm Free
Boris the Spider

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Catalog Numbers

MOD-1
WHO 001
ROB-1041

Labels

Not On Label (The Who)
Hiwatt
Red Robin Records

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Vinyl
LP
Unofficial Release
CD

Companies

Role	Company
Record Company	My Phenix Co.

Notes

This appears to be an Italian copy identical to Maximum BBC (CD) (HI-WATT WHO 001).
Side 1
Tracks 1-2 recorded May 25 1965
Tracks 3-4 recorded June 19 1965
Tracks 5-6-7 recorded April 22 1965
Tracks 8-9 recorded March 15 1966
Side 2
Tracks 1-2-3 recorded September 13 1966
Tracks 4-5-6 recorded January 17 1967
Tracks 7-8 recorded October 10 1967
All trakcs recorded from original master tapes.
The center hole paper label is the famed Who "target" symbol.
Tracks 1 & 2 recorded May 25, 1965
Tracks 3 & 4 recorded June 19, 1965
Tracks 5, 6 & 7 recorded April 22, 1965
Tracks 8, 9 & 10 recorded March 15, 1966
Tracks 11, 12, & 13 recorded September 13, 1966
Tracks 14-17 recorded January 17, 1967
Tracks 18-22 recorded October 10, 1967
Tracks 23-28 recorded April 13, 1970
Tracks 23-27 recorded April 13, 1970

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Matrix / Runout: 62515XK1

About The Who

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English rock band formed in Hammersmith, London in 1964. They were inducted into Rock And Roll Hall of Fame in 1990 (Performer). Members: Roger Daltrey lead and backing vocals, rhythm guitar, harmonica, percussion (19641983, 1985, 1988, 1989, 1996present) Pete Townshend lead and rhythm guitar, backing and lead vocals, keyboards (19641983, 1985, 1988, 1989, 1996present) Current touring musicians: Zak Starkey drums, percussion (1996present) Simon Townshend guitar, backing vocals (19961997, 2002present) Loren Gold keyboards, backing vocals (2012present) Jon Button bass guitar (2017present) Former members: John Entwistle bass guitar, horns, keyboards, backing and lead vocals (19641983, 1985, 1988, 1989, 19962002; died 2002) Doug Sandom drums (1964; died 2019) Keith Moon drums, backing and lead vocals (19641978; died 1978) Kenney Jones drums (19781983, 1985, 1988, 2014)

Name Vars

Les Who
Los Who
The Who & Special Guests
Thewho
WHO
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Aliases

The High Numbers

Members

Kenny Jones
Pete Townshend
John Entwistle
Keith Moon
Roger Daltrey

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The Who's *Maximum BBC* album, released in 1994, is a treasure trove for fans of raw rock energy. It features a mix of their iconic tracks like "My Generation" and "Pinball Wizard," along with lesser-known gems. What makes it special? It captures the band’s explosive performances recorded for BBC radio sessions. And guess what? Some tracks appear multiple times under slightly different names, like "Pictures of Lily" and "Shakin' All Over." It’s like a time capsule of The Who at their peak, showcasing their versatility across styles like Mod, Hard Rock, and Album Rock. Plus, it’s one of those rare releases that came out in Italy and Japan but not on a major label—just smaller imprints like Red Robin Records and Hiwatt. Pretty wild, right?