Roger Daltrey has acknowledged that The Who's drumming has never fully recovered since Keith Moon's death in 1978, while confirming that Zak Starkey is rejoining the band after his contentious departure last year. The comments matter because they shed light on the long-running instability behind the drum kit for one of rock's most enduring acts, and signal a possible reunion ahead of further live dates. Daltrey's candid remarks, made in an interview with Life Minute TV, suggest the band is prioritising chemistry and energy over technical polish when choosing a drummer.

Daltrey said Kenney Jones, who played with the group for a decade after replacing Moon, was "a great drummer" but that "a straight drummer just does not work with The Who." Simon Phillips and later Scott Devours also filled in over the years, with Starkey serving as the band's drummer from 1996 until his dismissal last year. Daltrey revealed that The Who have now rehearsed with Starkey again to assess whether they can "still hit the notes" and maintain the drive needed for their music, with a view to possible shows next year.