ock legend co-founder of , recently drew an unexpected comparison between and , adding his voice to a growing list of rock icons who hold in high regard. In a candid interview, Townshend shared his admiration for songwriting skills and the infectious joy she brings to her music, placing her among the greats of both past and present. During his appearance on the What It Takes podcast, , a Grammy-winning songwriter himself, didn't shy away from expressing his respect for artistry.
"I'm a song dreamer in a sense," the 79-year-old musician explained. "So I love the great songwriters of my father's era, Gershwin and so on. And also the great songwriters of today, past .
.. to .
" Townshend's comments reflect his appreciation for ability to create music that resonates with people from all walks of life. While he admitted that not all of her music is to his personal taste, emphasized how much he values the joy clearly takes in her craft. Taylor Swift's Eras Tour: a safe space for fans admiration for didn't stop at her songwriting.
He also praised her record-breaking The Eras Tour, which grossed over $1 billion and provided a safe, unifying space for fans. Reflecting on the tour, compared it to the music festivals of the late 60s and early 70s, which brought together different genres and created a sense of togetherness. "It could be heavy music like .
.. but also more gentle music like ," he recalled.
For , ability to foster such an inclusive and positive environment is reminiscent of the best qualities of past musical eras. Sympathy for Swift's battle over her masters The legendary guitarist also voiced his support for during her public battle over the rights to her master recordings, calling the situation "heartbreaking." When former manager sold the rights to her first six albums, expressed his sympathy, stating, "She doesn't own the f***ing music.
She doesn't own the words." As continues to re-record her early albums, comments highlight the respect she commands, not just among her peers, but among rock legends like himself..
