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Ask Mr. Know-It-All: A smashing success
Q: The rock group The Who was famous for its guitar smashing at the end of performances. How did that come about? — M.S., Torrance, Calif.
A: In late 1964, Pete Townshend threw a temper tantrum and smashed a guitar following an onstage accident. The audience loved it, and instrument destruction became a regular part of the live act.
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