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Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Recalling John Cena's bombshell announcement at Money in the Bank 2024 before his upcoming tag team extravaganza at the 2025 mega-event
John Cena (Image via X) John Cena is one of the biggest names in the world of wrestling and now, even in Hollywood. The record-breaking superstar is currently on his WWE Farewell Tour, ready to take a step back from the ring and focus more on his acting commitments. He will next be seen at the 2025 Money in the Bank PPE, which will be held tonight, June 7, at the Inuit Dome in California for a thrilling tag team match. But before that, let's take a look back at the same event from last year when John Cena made an announcement that shook the fans completely. John Cena's retirement announcement happened a year ago at Money in the Bank 2024 It was a star-filled night at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada on July 6, 2024. Trish Stratus hosted the explosive event where stars from the Stamford-based promotion came together to deliver some powerful performances. RAW's Drew McIntyre and SmackDown's Tiffany Stratton won the men's and women's Money in the Bank ladder matches. And in between all the nerve-wracking moments, John Cena made a special appearance to announce that he would be retiring from wrestling. He said: "Tonight, I officially announce my retirement from WWE... Thank you so much for allowing me the opportunity to play in a house that you guys built for so many years. Thank you so much for your voice because it's really loud and for your honesty because it's always brutal." John Cena announces he will retire in 2025: Money in the Bank 2024 highlights He announced that 2025 would be his last year as an in-ring performer, but also said that didn't mean he was leaving WWE for good, as it would always be a part of his life and legacy. The 17-time WWE Champion was seen entering the ring with a towel in hand that read a modified version of his renowned catchphrase, "My Time Is Now." It became "The Last Time Is Now," the phrase he has been using all throughout his Farewell Tour as of now. John Cena is coming to Money in the Bank 2025 for a fiery tag team match John Cena will team up with Logan Paul for yet another explosive match, this time a tag-team one, to face none other than Cody Rhodes and Jey Uso . He had lost to Uso earlier this year at the WWE Royal Rumble, becoming the last person to be eliminated out of the ring, making Jey Uso the champion. He then won the Men's Elimination Chamber match which led him to face Cody Rhodes at the 2025 WrestleMania. He turned heel, won the match, and took the Undisputed title from his opponent. And since then, it's been a brand new John Cena that fans have been witnessing. He was last present at the last Saturday Night Main Event show, where he attacked Uso during his match against Paul. Rhodes made his comeback as well, and now fans cannot wait to see what they have in store for Money in the Bank. Also Read: WWE Money in the Bank 2025: Date, match card, streaming details, and what to expect
BreakingNews.ie
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- BreakingNews.ie
The Who announce farewell tour of North America
British rock band The Who have announced their final tour of North America. The duo of Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend will perform hits from across their six-decade career during The Song Is Over North America Farewell Tour, named after the band's 1971 hit. Advertisement The band formed in the 1960s with a line-up that consisted of lead singer Daltrey, guitarist and vocalist Townshend, drummer Keith Moon, who died in 1978, and bass guitarist John Entwistle, who died in 2002. Daltrey said: 'Every musician's dream in the early 60s was to make it big in the US charts. For the Who, that dream came true in 1967 and our lives were changed forever. 'The warmth of the American audiences over the years have been inspirational to me and reflect the feeling I remember getting after hearing the first rock records coming across the radio. Musical freedom! 'Rock gave us a feeling of generational rebellion. To me, America has always been great. The cultural differences had a huge impact on me, this was the land of the possible. Advertisement 'It's not easy to end the big part of my life that touring with The Who has been. Thanks for being there for us and look forward to seeing you one last time.' Last year it was announced that Daltrey was stepping back from his role as curator of the Teenage Cancer Trust's Royal Albert Hall concerts, having launched the series in 2000, but he remains an honorary patron of the charity, with The Cure's Robert Smith taking over curation duties next year. The tour starts in Florida on August 16 2025, with further dates in cities including New York, Toronto, Los Angeles and Vancouver, before a final date in Las Vegas on September 28. Pre-sales will run from May 13 ahead of the general sale beginning on Friday May 16 at 10am. Advertisement Townshend said: 'Well, all good things must come to an end. It is a poignant time. For me, playing to American audiences and those in Canada has always been incredible. 'The warmth and engagement of those audiences began back in 1967 with hippies smoking dope, sitting on their blankets and listening deeply and intensely. Music was everywhere. We all felt equal. Pete Townshend and Roger Daltrey of The Who perform on stage during the Teenage Cancer Trust show at the Royal Albert Hall in March 2025 (Ian West/PA) 'Today, Roger and I still carry the banner for the late Keith Moon and John Entwistle, and, of course, all of our long-time Who fans. I must say that although the road has not always been enjoyable for me, it is usually easy: the best job I could ever have had. I keep coming back. 'Every time I do, I meet new fans and feel new energy. Roger and I are in a good place, despite our age, eager to throw our weight behind this fond farewell to all our faithful fans, and hopefully to new ones who might jump in to see what they have been missing for the last 57 years. Advertisement 'This tour will be about fond memories, love and laughter. Make sure you join in.' The Who, formed in 1964, are best known for the albums Who's Next, Tommy and Quadrophenia, with the latter two adapted into films in 1975 and 1979 respectively. The band went from performing club shows to headlining the Woodstock festival in the US and becoming the biggest box-office draw in the world. Throughout their career the band has had 14 UK Top 10 singles and they were inducted into the Rock n' Roll Hall Of Fame in 1990. Advertisement In 2019 they released the album Who, marking Daltrey and Townshend's first collection of new material since their 2006 album Endless Wire.
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Who to officially release 1971 concert, 'Live At The Oval 1971'
The Who will release, Live At The Oval 1971, as part of the Whooligan Fan Club exclusively HERE, fans will receive early ticket access, exclusive Whooligan merchandise and a copy of Live At The Oval 1971! View the 3 images of this gallery on the original article The Who announced their bittersweet final tour of the US and Canada as a grand finale of their six-decade career. The Who duo, Roger Daltrey & Pete Townshend, revealed the news live during a press conference at the Iconic Images gallery in Piccadilly, London. The 2025 North America Farewell Tour aptly titled The Song Is Over is named after The Who's 1971 classic song. Tickets will be available on Friday, May 16 at 10:00 AM local time at On August 22, 2025— Live At The Oval 1971 will be available on all DSPs, CD, Atmos, and 2-LP 180-gram black vinyl, and limited edition 2-LP Sea Blue & Red Hot color swirl and splatter vinyl. Fans may now pre-order Live At The Oval 1971 on The Who's official store HERE; available for pre-order at all retailers June 13. Live At The Oval 1971 is the first-ever official recording of The Who's sought-after set at Goodbye Summer: A Rock Concert in aid of Famine Relief for the People of Bangladesh. The band notably headlined The Oval cricket ground in Kennington, South London on September 18, 1971 for this benefit. During the show, the band—Roger Daltrey, Pete Townshend, John Entwistle, and Keith Moon—performed a 15-song setlist highlighted staples such as 'Behind Blue Eyes,' 'Won't Get Fooled Again,' 'Pinball Wizard' and more for an audience of 35,000-plus. Previously only available as a poor-quality bootleg, this legendary show has never received an official release until now. Live At The Oval 1971 was newly mixed from the original 8-track analog multi-track tapes. Setting the scene, The Who had just released Who's Next a month prior on August 2, 1971, and played five songs from the latter at The Oval. Renowned for their unpredictable and unforgettable performances, it concludes with Townshend and Moon smashing their equipment. Check out the full tracklisting below. TRACKLISTING: CD 1. So Glad To See Ya 2. Summertime Blues 3. My Wife 4. Love Ain't For Keeping 5. I Can't Explain 6. Substitute 7. Bargain 8. Behind Blue Eyes 9. Won't Get Fooled Again 10. Baby Don't You Do It 11. Pinball Wizard 12. See Me, Feel Me / Listening To You 13. My Generation 14. Naked Eye 15. Magic Bus 2LP LP ONE – SIDE A 1. So Glad To See Ya 2. Summertime Blues 3. My Wife 4. Love Ain't For Keeping 5. I Can't Explain 6. Substitute LP ONE – SIDE B 1. Bargain 2. Behind Blue Eyes 3. Won't Get Fooled Again LP TWO – SIDE C 1. Baby Don't You Do It 2. Pinball Wizard 3. See Me, Feel Me / Listening To You LP TWO – SIDE D 1. My Generation 2. Naked Eye 3. Magic Bus Other related items in the Goldmine Shop
Washington Post
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Washington Post
The Who will perform one last time in North America this summer
LONDON — British rock band The Who are to say their final goodbye to North America this summer. Singer Roger Daltrey and guitarist Pete Townshend confirmed Thursday that they will perform hits from six-decade career during 'The Song Is Over North America Farewell Tour,' named after the band's 1971 hit.
Axios
21-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Axios
Long live rock at the Columbus Main Library
Traditional shushing isn't happening these days at the Main Library, with the clattering of rock 'n' roll pinball machines echoing throughout the atrium. Why it matters: The library is temporarily hosting artifacts from Cleveland's Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, which visitors can view — and play — for free. It's the first time the museum's artifacts have been displayed in Columbus in a major standing exhibit, Rock Hall spokesperson Kelly Schikowski tells Axios. Zoom in: On display are a drum set from Kiss' Farewell Tour, six pinball machines, and historic photos of famous rock stars. A second-floor gallery offers a fascinating synopsis of Central Ohio's own rock music scene from library archives. On the third floor, visitors can share their favorite local concert memories and see copies of Focus Rock Entertainment, a '70s magazine published in Columbus. Plus: Themed programs for all ages are scheduled through May, including "Punk Rocks" on Tuesday evening and a Beatles kids' concert next Saturday. Fun fact: The atrium photos are by Baron Wolman, Rolling Stone's first chief photographer, who was born and raised in Bexley. Wolman credited the Dispatch for starting his career. His first published photographs were of the Berlin Wall being built in 1961, taken while serving in an Army intelligence unit. Wolman offered the images to his hometown paper and was paid $50 for what ended up being a full-page story. It's also on display on the third floor. "I thought, 'I'm getting paid for something I'm doing — I'm gonna be a photographer!'" he told Rolling Stone in 2011. The big picture: Axios Cleveland's Troy Smith, our resident Rock Hall expert, tells me its artifacts often make their rounds throughout the country. Recent examples: a space in Nashville's Ryman Auditorium and a Paul Simon exhibit in Los Angeles. 💭 Alissa's thought bubble: Troy also said his kids enjoyed the pinball machines in Cleveland, so I ventured downtown Thursday to try them out. I love rock music and arcade games, so I appreciated learning their intertwined history. Unfortunately, I also learned I'm absolutely terrible at pinball. 📍 Stop by: 96 S. Grant Ave., through May 22. 9am-9pm Monday-Thursday, 9am-6pm Friday-Saturday, and 1pm-5pm Sunday.
