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5d ago

The Who Parts Ways With Drummer Zak Starkey for Second Time in Weeks

Pete Townshend announces Scott Devours as Starkey's replacement for the band's North American farewell tour, as Starkey disputes the circumstances of his exit.

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Overview

  • Zak Starkey, The Who's drummer since 1996, has been dismissed for the second time in just over a month, according to Pete Townshend's Instagram announcement.
  • Townshend stated that Starkey's departure marks a time for change and wished him well, while naming Scott Devours as his replacement for the upcoming U.S. farewell tour.
  • Starkey denied voluntarily leaving the band and claimed he was asked to issue a statement falsely attributing his exit to pursuing other musical projects.
  • The initial dismissal in April reportedly followed artistic disagreements during a London concert, but Starkey was reinstated three days later after private discussions.
  • The Who, with only founding members Pete Townshend and Roger Daltrey remaining, is preparing for a North American farewell tour celebrating their six-decade legacy.