skankdelvar Posted July 20, 2013 Share Posted July 20, 2013 (edited) It's interesting that people say Quo turned into a crowd-pleasing, family-friendly act, given that their first incarnation was a hard-working holiday camp band. One might almost argue that the crunching boogie thing was a temporary aberration. That said, I bow to no man in my admiration not only for their classic mid-period material but also for Rossi and Parfitt's willingness to do whatever is necessary to keep the band going. Yes, the cabaret stuff is anodyne; IIRC Rossi is on record as viewing this as a short-sighted approach sold to them by a manager with whom they have since parted company. And they have made some other questionable choices; playing Sun City at a time when it was profitable but unpopular; wearing white socks with black shoes; playing up to the 'loveable dimbo' image; this movie. Nevertheless, one should not stint praise to an act that continues to enjoy considerable success in the face of adversity while retaining a characteristic modesty and a solid work ethic. Edited July 20, 2013 by skankdelvar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donnyboy Posted July 20, 2013 Share Posted July 20, 2013 [quote name='skankdelvar' timestamp='1374326052' post='2147602'] It's interesting that people say Quo turned into a crowd-pleasing, family-friendly act, given that their first incarnation was a hard-working holiday camp band. One might almost argue that the crunching boogie thing was a temporary aberration. That said, I bow to no man in my admiration not only for their classic mid-period material but also for Rossi and Parfitt's willingness to do whatever is necessary to keep the band going. Yes, the cabaret stuff is anodyne; IIRC Rossi is on record as viewing this as a short-sighted approach sold to them by a manager with whom they have since parted company. And they have made some other questionable choices; playing Sun City at a time when it was profitable but unpopular; wearing white socks with black shoes; playing up to the 'loveable dimbo' image; this movie. Nevertheless, one should not stint praise to an act that continues to enjoy considerable success in the face of adversity while retaining a characteristic modesty and a solid work ethic. [/quote] Good points! I really did enjoy the crunching boogie earlier this year with the original lineup - nothing played that was recorded after 1976!Mostly album tracks & there were complaints that there was no Rockin' All Over The World etc. Saw the " new" line-up recently and you can't deny they do a great show - no staring at the floor looking bored/moody for the Quo!!! Let's Rock! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tinman Posted July 20, 2013 Share Posted July 20, 2013 (edited) This is why I love the Quo: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zx-9b13wsXQ Edited March 24, 2014 by icastle Link fixed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oggiesnr Posted July 20, 2013 Share Posted July 20, 2013 Saw them a couple of years back and I have to confess for sheer enjoyment it was my gig of the year. Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lee4 Posted July 20, 2013 Share Posted July 20, 2013 Used to have a copy of "Just Supposing" and IIRC "Never too late". Great stuff,but I agree with other posters about Marguerita Time et al. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skychaserhigh Posted July 20, 2013 Share Posted July 20, 2013 (edited) [quote name='Tinman' timestamp='1374346453' post='2147963'] This is why I love the Quo: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zx-9b13wsXQ [/quote] Absolute classic !! I have lots of great memories from that gig. Edited March 24, 2014 by icastle Link fixed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lurksalot Posted July 21, 2013 Share Posted July 21, 2013 [quote name='genendeddie' timestamp='1374244831' post='2146861'] .... Quo Live is probably the greatest Live album ever (mmmm maybe not but its right up there) [/quote] Its a great album and really captures the spirit of the band . I love that they still do plenty of gigs and play proper theatres , they tour every year and in venues where the sound is decent. They still cut live well enough to make the night a party . I was hoping to go to an outdoor gig near Crewe next month , but I am away . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Adams Posted July 21, 2013 Share Posted July 21, 2013 I say, I say, I say. What do call a guitarist with no nose??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seashell Posted July 22, 2013 Share Posted July 22, 2013 [quote name='Phil Adams' timestamp='1374432272' post='2148682'] I say, I say, I say. What do call a guitarist with no nose??? [/quote] Anything you like, he can't hear you? Oh hang on, that's a drummer with no ears! I don't know, Mr Adams, what do you call a guitarist with no nos? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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