Tommy

Tommy is a 1969 rock opera album by The Who that presents a largely continuous narrative about a boy described as deaf, dumb, and blind who later becomes a pinball champion and a messianic figure. Musically it blends hard rock guitar, driving rhythms, and melodic pop hooks with theatrical arrangements and recurring motifs, highlighting Pete Townshend's ambitious songwriting and the band's energetic performances. Its extended song cycles and focus on long-form storytelling helped popularize the concept album format in rock.