Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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The Isle of Wight Festival 1970 was more than a mass gathering of music lovers: it was a pivotal turning point in live music history. With over 600,000 attendees, it pushed the boundaries of festival organisation, live recording, and rock performances. The iconic event helped define the modern festival experience, inspiring generations of artists and fans alike. This episode of Lost Concerts of History showcases performances from The Who, Jethro Tull and Joni Mitchell, documenting the transitional period from the idealism of Woodstock to the reality of a generation coming to terms with its own fading dream.

Watch these concerts in full!

Joni Mitchell
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The Who
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Jethro Hull
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Video produced in partnership with @Polyphonic

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