Status Quo Live

Status Quo

Status Quo Live

Review

"Status Quo Live" captures the raw energy and unrelenting drive of one of Britain's most enduring rock bands at the peak of their powers. Recorded at Glasgow's Apollo Theatre in 1976 and released in 1977, the album is a powerful showcase of Status Quo's signature boogie rock sound. The band tears through extended versions of fan favorites like "Caroline," "Roll Over Lay Down," and "Forty-Five Hundred Times," delivering tight musicianship with infectious intensity. The double-LP format allows for improvisation and crowd interaction that studio recordings can't replicate, making the live versions feel fresh and electric. Rick Parfitt and Francis Rossi’s crunchy guitar interplay is front and center throughout, backed by a rock-solid rhythm section that keeps everything charging forward. The recording quality is remarkably good for a '70s live album, preserving both the band's dynamics and the feverish response of the audience. "Status Quo Live" is more than just a concert document—it's a testament to how powerful a live rock show can be when delivered with genuine passion and musical chemistry. A must-listen for fans and anyone curious about the band’s legendary live reputation.

Info

**Status Quo Live** is a double live album by British rock band Status Quo. It was released in the UK on March 4, 1977, by Vertigo Records, and in the US later the same year by A&M Records. The album was recorded over three nights at the Glasgow Apollo in Scotland during October 1976. Renowned for capturing the high energy and raw rock 'n' roll atmosphere of the band's live performances, the album showcases classic tracks like "Caroline," "Roll Over Lay Down," and "Forty Five Hundred Times." It became a commercial success, reaching number 3 on the UK Albums Chart, though it did not chart in the US. Status Quo Live was produced by Status Quo themselves, with engineering handled by Damon Lyon-Shaw. It remains a fan favorite and a definitive representation of the band's live sound during their peak touring years.

Tracklisting

  1. 1. Junior's Wailing - Live
  2. 2. Backwater / Just Take Me - Live At Glasgow Apollo, Glasgow / 1976
  3. 3. Is There A Better Way - Live At Glasgow Apollo, Glasgow / 1976
  4. 4. In My Chair - Live At Glasgow Apollo, Glasgow / 1976
  5. 5. Little Lady / Most Of The Time - Live At Glasgow Apollo, Glasgow / 1976
  6. 6. Forty-Five Hundred Times - Live At Glasgow Apollo, Glasgow / 1976
  7. 7. Roll Over Lay Down - Live At Glasgow Apollo, Glasgow / 1976
  8. 8. Big Fat Mama - Live At Glasgow Apollo, Glasgow / 1976
  9. 9. Caroline - Live At Glasgow Apollo, Glasgow / 1976
  10. 10. Bye Bye Johnny - Live At Glasgow Apollo, Glasgow / 1976
  11. 11. Rain - Live At Glasgow Apollo, Glasgow / 1976
  12. 12. Don't Waste My Time - Live At Glasgow Apollo, Glasgow / 1976
  13. 13. Roadhouse Blues - Live At Glasgow Apollo, Glasgow / 1976
  14. 14. Is There A Better Way - Live At Sunplaza Hall, Japan / 1976
  15. 15. Little Lady - Live At Sunplaza Hall, Japan / 1976
  16. 16. Most Of The Time - Live At Sunplaza Hall, Japan / 1976
  17. 17. Rain - Live At Sunplaza Hall, Japan / 1976
  18. 18. Caroline - Live At Sunplaza Hall, Japan / 1976
  19. 19. Roll Over Lay Down - Live At Sunplaza Hall, Japan / 1976
  20. 20. Big Fat Mama - Live At Sunplaza Hall, Japan / 1976