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Status Quo

Musical Group

English rock band formed in 1962. Began with late-60s psychedelic pop and moved into boogie/hard rock in the 1970s. Known for riff-driven songs, strong live shows and long commercial success in the UK.

Formed in 1962; early psychedelic albums include Picturesque Matchstickable Messages... and Spare Parts; 1970s onwards they adopted a boogie/hard-rock sound; notable songs/albums mentioned in reviews include "Pictures of Matchstick Men", "Rockin' All Over the World" and "Whatever You Want".

Reviews celebrate Status Quo's steady, riff-driven boogie rock, their energetic live shows and long career. Early work shows psychedelic pop roots; 70s onwards emphasize hard-boogie rhythm. Key albums noted include Piledriver, Quo and Rockin' All Over the World.

For:Fans of classic rock, boogie rock, live rock recordings and music nostalgia

 The penultimate track was always "The Mexican" by Babe Ruth, a magnificence, a masterpiece, a crazy thrill to dance to every Sunday at seven in the evening.

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 To be played at full volume.

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 When it’s time to play and give it their all, Status Quo don’t disappoint; they are a guarantee, one of those bands that has made stages around the world their home.

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