Zak Starkey clarified that he was not fired but retired from The Who, following confusion over his departure from the band. In an Instagram post, Starkey revealed that Roger Daltrey told him he had not been fired but retired to work on his own projects. The drummer emphasized that he was available for future projects and that he and Daltrey ended their conversation on good terms. The back and forth about Starkey's departure from The Who began in April, with Pete Townshend later confirming the drummer's exit and wishing him the best. The band announced Scott Devours as their new drummer, as they prepare for their farewell North American tour starting in August.