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Post by therockdoctor on Dec 1, 2017 9:38:57 GMT
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Post by musiktruhe on Dec 1, 2017 9:48:26 GMT
Good News
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Post by therockdoctor on Dec 1, 2017 10:10:23 GMT
Full details now on the official Quo site
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Post by freewilly on Dec 1, 2017 10:11:36 GMT
Brian May and Alan Lancaster are on it.
Available in two mixes. Halloween is on it.
Hope this becomes a big hit! I'm certainly excited by it
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Post by raotwsht on Dec 1, 2017 10:24:03 GMT
Looking forward to hearing this.
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gav
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Post by gav on Dec 1, 2017 10:29:10 GMT
"When the awful news broke on Christmas Eve 2016 that legendary rocker Rick Parfitt had passed, fans around the world were devastated that one of rock’s most iconic performers had been silenced. However, unknown to almost anyone, Rick had in fact virtually completed his first solo album whilst undergoing a period of recuperation after his heart attack in July. That album, poignantly titled ‘Over And Out’ will now be released on 23 March 2018 through earMUSIC.
Featuring 10 brand new songs, including the title track that broke hearts anew when it was played at Rick’s funeral, this is an album of depth and passion. Created by Rick Parfitt and Producer Jo Webb, the record is a true labour of love and showcases the softer side of Rick as a writer, artist and performer away from the Quo maelstrom as well as the purest rock and roll sound of earlier Status Quo records.
Despite the fact Rick Parfitt had finished recording his guitar and vocal parts, a recording session was planned to happen in February 2017. Certain tracks were not totally finished when Rick died. The call to help ensure that his work could be completed, so that the world could hear it was answered by musicians of the calibre of Queen’s Brian May and Muse’s Chris Wolstenholme, both of whom were close to Rick. Rick’s son, Rick Parfitt Jnr, was also involved in the creative process, as were John “Rhino” Edwards and Alan Lancaster, amongst many others. All of those involved in completing the songs that Rick had written for ‘Over And Out’ have done him proud in bringing his vision to fruition.
Rick´s music always featured two elements - the raw rock and roll sound and a great passion for melodies. “Over And Out” offers the best of both worlds: It has been recorded and written with a band´s spirit between Rick and Jo. They shared various mixes, reflecting the sound of the sessions and the spirit that was present in the “room”.
The album has also been mixed by top producer Ash Howes, offering a different view on the songs but also leaving a dilemma open for interpretation, which one would Rick prefer? The polished, big sounding mixes or the original band mixes, raw and full of musical honesty?
Those who were close enough to him over the years would probably say… “both”. This is why the album will be available in its “finished” form, but also as a raw and pure version, for the fans of the rockier side of Rick´s music in special collector´s editions.
TRACKLISTING
1. TWINKLETOES 2. LONESOME ROAD 3. OVER AND OUT 4. WHEN I WAS FALLIN' IN LOVE 5. FIGHT FOR EVERY HEARTBEAT 6. WITHOUT YOU 7. LONG DISTANCE LOVE 8. EVERYBODY KNOWS HOW TO FLY 9. LOCK MYSELF AWAY 10. HALLOWEEN
This album is the record that Rick Parfitt had been itching to write. His forced departure from Quo’s live performance circuit, whilst very hard for him to take, did at least free up the time that was needed to create ‘Over And Out’.
‘Over And Out’ is but the latest element of the incredible legacy and body of work that Rick Parfitt leaves. A testament to his talent, his winning way with words, an incredible joie de vivre and a spirit that never flagged. He’ll be missed but ‘Over And Out’ is a great way to remember him. Gone but not forgotten.
Press Release - 01-12-17"
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Post by Deleted on Dec 1, 2017 15:10:09 GMT
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Xland
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Post by Xland on Dec 1, 2017 15:19:45 GMT
Cool, look forward to hearing this. Hope there is some good tunes on it, but I'll be buying it regardless, as a celebration of Rick Parfitt. quorp Like that cover too, simple and striking in equal measure.
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Post by Whoppa Choppa on Dec 1, 2017 15:26:42 GMT
I see it's got "Halloween" on it. Again. That pretty much guarantees it'll be shite. George Michael
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Post by unspokenwords on Dec 1, 2017 15:42:03 GMT
Good to see Ricks music getting a platform.
Thought the album was was going to be pure PLC. Obviously not?
Hope that 'official Status Quo' had no significant hand in it as this would suggest doubtful quality. A bit concerned that Rhino etc were involved. Sincerely hope Rossi's sweaty little hands are no where near it. If corporate Quo have taken over the project I think its purity would be diluted.
Nevertheless overall a nice sentiment to have a release as some form of tribute.
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Xland
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Post by Xland on Dec 1, 2017 15:42:45 GMT
Just pre-ordered the cd.
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Post by Railroad17 on Dec 1, 2017 17:32:07 GMT
Who is the official site waffler?
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RED
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Post by RED on Dec 1, 2017 18:44:19 GMT
Great news!!
Had a bad feeling this was never gunna see the light of day, after the speculation that it’d be released in summer 2017 and then nothing at all.
Looking forward to it, I just hope twinkletoes is better than it sounds;)
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