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Post by wolfman on Dec 12, 2016 19:07:38 GMT
Yes had a similar problem. In 1989 you only had Chris Squire from the classic line up. While Jon Anderson, Bill Buford, Rick Wakeman and Steve Howe. Recorded an album as ABWH. They were more Yes than Chris Squire's Yes. Though they later joined both bands for a tour. Now though we have Yes with no original members. well that will confuse the average punter..
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Post by curiousgirl on Dec 12, 2016 19:11:18 GMT
I understand why you feel frustrated if you're still enjoying the sound this version of Quo makes. I think if the sound of Quo hadn't shifted, then the anger and frustration over the line-up changes would be less. I was upset when John left but I didn't notice a huge shift in sound when Pete took over on drums. But to my ear, they do sound different now. And to me, they are no longer the Status Quo that I fell in love with. Yes, the bitching gets tedious but its only cos we care. They are an odd band. As the sound changed on record years before it did on stage. They have to sound different now for three reasons, Ricks guitar sound missing, Ricks vocals and harmonies missing and the change in Rossi's guitar sound being different since he changed guitars. Back in the late 70s, I didn't particularly notice the change from RAOTW onwards. And that might have been because that's around the time when I discovered the band and I was listening forwards and retrospectively backwards at the same time. ie: combing WHSmiths in the Elephant for any Quo cassettes I could find. So I heard the 60s stuff, the classic period and RAOTW within about a 12 month period. And I think that's why I was surprised to discover the upset that RAOTW produced from reading these boards. The sound of post 86 Quo is different to my ears. As a lapsed fan, the first time I listened to a concert was the R2 gig in 2011. And I enjoyed it but something was missing. I couldn't put my finger on it at the time and I thought maybe I'd grown out of Quo. Then I heard the snippets of the jam on film Hello Quo, and later the reunion tours and my personal mystery was solved. There is of course an overlap in sound which is why I'm happy when tracks from some of the later albums - I don't own them all - pop up on my ipod shuffle. Personally, I can't object to the name being used because its carried on for 30 years now, with the sound I don't quite get. But in my mind now, they are two distinct bands.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 12, 2016 19:47:33 GMT
I am extremely frustrated when I read the various supposed fans determine that the current line up is not Status Quo. Every band has personnel changes, especially if they have been around for a while. The band name normally stays the same. You either like the band or you don't. If you don't then what value are you adding bitching and sniping about the band members, especially Rossi. Ironically, this only really happened after the Frantic Four did their two tours. Give the boys a break and either support the band or move on. Hi All, Steve, We all have freedom of expression and freedom of choice etc.etc. and will always express that. If you cannot bear the thought of people slagging the band off then express your freedom of choice and either go to another thread or log out completely.... I personally have reached my limit with the Quo. I was a defender to a point of Francis but this last decision to carry on without RP was the straw that broke the camels back in my opinion for many who may have possibly thought like I did.
There are a few bands around that play with no original members yet remain whatever named band, there are even more that play with one original member which to me is OK so long as the core sound of whatever band doesn't change. But in Quo's case it now has especially with out RP and the Acoustic set up being announced as their way forward.
For many it stopped being Quo when JC left others or when AL left leaving just RP and FR at the helm. To now say well fuck everybody else and what they think were going acoustic is just a swift kick between the legs to the thousands of fans that have followed the band through all their upheavals this being one to many.
Like I said exercise your freedom of choice and move on matey.....
Geoff.
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Post by derryquo on Dec 12, 2016 19:58:43 GMT
The only response this deserves is to be deleted by admin, assuming they won't do that, FUCK OFF That is uncalled for he has a right to his views as much as anyone. And let us remind you when some of us were saying what we still say about the band you were drinking with Rhino. I nearly forgot that I bought rhino a pint for all the uncalled for personal abuse that I gave him, I should have just told him that he has never fitted into status quo and that he should fuck off too. back to the post, the original post was wrote to get a reaction, he got one, I think he should fuck off
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Post by madtom on Dec 12, 2016 20:04:37 GMT
That is uncalled for he has a right to his views as much as anyone. And let us remind you when some of us were saying what we still say about the band you were drinking with Rhino. I nearly forgot that I bought rhino a pint for all the uncalled for personal abuse that I gave him, I should have just told him that he has never fitted into status quo and that he should fuck off too. back to the post, the original post was wrote to get a reaction, he got one, I think he should fuck off I don't think the OP was written to deliberately stir things up. Looking at his other posts, Steve appears to have been a fan since the 70s and hasn't posted anything antagonistic before. He's only expressing his honest opinion which just happens to be at odds with most others on here.
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Post by derryquo on Dec 12, 2016 20:10:39 GMT
I nearly forgot that I bought rhino a pint for all the uncalled for personal abuse that I gave him, I should have just told him that he has never fitted into status quo and that he should fuck off too. back to the post, the original post was wrote to get a reaction, he got one, I think he should fuck off I don't think the OP was written to deliberately stir things up. Looking at his other posts, Steve appears to have been a fan since the 70s and hasn't posted anything antagonistic before. He's only expressing his honest opinion which just happens to be at odds with most others on here. MT, that's very fair of you. But at this time, for someone to come on here and say there's only one SQ, take it or leave it, then they are either deliberately stirring it of a fecking numpty......
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Post by madtom on Dec 12, 2016 20:14:26 GMT
I don't think the OP was written to deliberately stir things up. Looking at his other posts, Steve appears to have been a fan since the 70s and hasn't posted anything antagonistic before. He's only expressing his honest opinion which just happens to be at odds with most others on here. MT, that's very fair of you. But at this time, for someone to come on here and say there's only one SQ, take it or leave it, then they are either deliberately stirring it of a fecking numpty...... I've got nothing against Steve and think he should be able to say what he wants as long as he's not shit-stirring, which I don't think he is. Your comment did put a smile on my face though
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Post by The Lord Flasheart on Dec 12, 2016 20:16:03 GMT
I nearly forgot that I bought rhino a pint for all the uncalled for personal abuse that I gave him, I should have just told him that he has never fitted into status quo and that he should fuck off too. back to the post, the original post was wrote to get a reaction, he got one, I think he should fuck off I don't think the OP was written to deliberately stir things up. Looking at his other posts, Steve appears to have been a fan since the 70s and hasn't posted anything antagonistic before. He's only expressing his honest opinion which just happens to be at odds with most others on here. Which is true we all have an an opinion about the band. I have always taken it or leave it, I like ALL of the band members and what they have brought to the table as Status Quo. Some have been better than others it's the nature of the beast. For me the same applies as a Deep Purple fan, lots of different things to see there as well. Personally I see no reason to be offensive to someone just because they have a different opinion. Or call them deluded and they have no idea. Some come here and think that certain posters are also deluded. Why make waves at the end of the day we are talking about a rock band who were massive in the 70s like many others. They have kept going through various line ups, like many other bands from the same era. The band is now nearly over as a working band and OK it's a bit of a mess regarding the end years but we have the music and I will continue to love it for as long as I am around.
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Post by madtom on Dec 12, 2016 20:23:47 GMT
TBF, I do share DQ's and others' frustration with fans of the current lineup because, without them, Rossi would more than likely be forced to resurrect the FF. But, being realistic, that's just me being selfish and no fault of CQ fans who have the right to enjoy whatever music and go to whatever shows they like.
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Post by Mrs Flittersnoop on Dec 12, 2016 20:30:07 GMT
No, people have been pulled Francis' hair out for ages. That is why he is a bit thin on top, and a bit sarky when it comes to hardcore fans.
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Post by dennis on Dec 12, 2016 20:36:47 GMT
I'm quite happy to see Quo even though the band only contains one original band member, I'll even buy their next release. Obviously the sound is different without Alan & Rick, although Francis' playing hasn't been what it was for some time so perhaps less of a miss. Long may they keep rockin' - John Coghlan's Quo!
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Post by curiousgirl on Dec 12, 2016 20:38:13 GMT
The only response this deserves is to be deleted by admin, assuming they won't do that, FUCK OFF ( Totally unacceptable posting on this board Admin)DQ, this is totally unacceptable behaviour on this board. And you have been called out over this by other members here, so I see no problem in saying this to you publicly. And this matter will be dealt with shortly.
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Post by madtom on Dec 12, 2016 20:39:44 GMT
Anyway, I'm not sure I'd want to see the FF again as I doubt I could stomach Rossi anymore. The possibility of PLC being discussed elsewhere on here tonight could well be the best way forward as far as I'm concerned.
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Post by Whoppa Choppa on Dec 12, 2016 20:56:32 GMT
Anyway, I'm not sure I'd want to see the FF again as I doubt I could stomach Rossi anymore. The possibility of PLC being discussed elsewhere on here tonight could well be the best way forward as far as I'm concerned. That's the reason I wasn't there in 2014... His attitude... And it has gotten worse... PLC? I'd come over in a flash! What a way to close this darn circle!
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Post by derryquo on Dec 12, 2016 21:01:05 GMT
The only response this deserves is to be deleted by admin, assuming they won't do that, FUCK OFF ( Totally unacceptable posting on this board Admin)DQ, this is totally unacceptable behaviour on this board. And you have been called out over this by other members here, so I see no problem in saying this to you publicly. And this matter will be dealt with shortly. Well sure it's said now, and where as on other occasions, I was happy to step back, the post got my considered response and one I stand by. But I accept the job admin do here, so que sera sera.
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