The Quo-Cast

In this episode of The Quo-Cast, Jamie Dyer is joined by Logan from the Status Quo Tribute Band, My Status is Quo. The podcast is doing a short series of episodes focusing on Alan Lancaster, getting different perspectives on his musical contribution to Status Quo.

Status Quo released their final album for Pye Records, Dog of Two Head, on 5 November 1971, marking the end of an era and laying the essential groundwork for the classic Quo boogie sound.

In this episode of The Quo-Cast, Jamie Dyer revisits Dog of Two Head to examine why this cult classic remains such a fan favourite despite not charting upon its initial release. We look through the original gatefold packaging, break down the tracklisting including "Umleitung", "Railroad", and "Someone's Learning", and take a deep dive into the UK Top 10 album charts from November 1971 to explore the musical landscape Quo was up against.

Was Dog of Two Head an overlooked masterpiece ahead of its time, or the necessary stepping stone toward Piledriver? Let us know your favourite tracks and thoughts in the comments below!

Status Quo, The Spectres, and Traffic Jam: The Pye & Piccadilly A’s & B’s (1966–1973) Full Review & Unboxing!

Countless compilations cover Status Quo’s formative years, but how does this 2CD collection from BGO Records hold up? In this episode of The Quo-Cast, we take an in-depth look at this chronological journey through the band’s early singles and B sides on Pye and Piccadilly.

From their 1966 as The Spectres and Traffic Jam, through the psychedelic pop era, and straight into the boogie sound that defined the band's legacy, we break down the packaging, remastering, the liner notes, and the essential A and B-sides.

In this episode of The Quo-Cast, Jamie Dyer counts down his top 5 Alan Lancaster vocal performances on Status Quo recordings.

Which Alan Lancaster tracks top your personal list? Did your favourite make the cut, or do you think another classic deserved the number one spot? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!

The Quo-Cast is a podcast and YouTube channel dedicated to the legendary British rock band Status Quo. Featuring interviews with fans, tribute bands, and those associated with the band, it covers all things Quo—from tours and albums to singles, solo material and more. Exclusive content such as unboxing, commentary, insights, haul videos, and reviews are also available.Subscribe for early access to discussions, commentary, and interviews. Connect with us via:📧 Email: [email protected] & 📸 Instagram: @TheQuoCast👍 Facebook: Facebook.com/TheQuoCastYou can also listen to The Quo-Cast on all major podcast platforms, including Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh...If you've enjoyed this episode, consider tipping the creator on the dedicated Ko-Fi page. Any tip contributes towards expenses, including Zoom, the purchase of Quo-related products and other related costs. Any revenue will be declared as part of Jamie's income as a content creator. : https://ko-fi.com/thequocast

In this episode of The Quo-Cast, Jamie Dyer looks back on the 10th anniversary of Status Quo's 2016 album Aquostic II: That's a Fact.

Following the massive success of Aquostic (Stripped Bare), the band returned with a second acoustic outing featuring reworked deep cuts, brand-new original compositions, and more elaborate arrangements. Jamie breaks down the album track-by-track, discussing highlights like the country hoedown take on "That's a Fact", the slowed-down ballad reimagining of "Dear John", Andy Bown's original compositions, and the poignant closing track "Rockers Rollin'"—the final studio album performance featuring the late, great Rick Parfitt.

What are your thoughts on Aquostic II: That's a Fact ten years on? Did you prefer it to the first volume, and what is your favorite track on the record? Let us know in the comments!

The 18th of October 2026 marked the 100th anniversary of the birth of Chuck Berry, one of the most influential musicians in Rock and Roll history. His distinctive guitar and songwriting inspired many bands and artists for decades afterwards, including the British Rock Band Status QuoIn this episode, Jamie Dyer discusses the 7 Chuck Berry songs that were recorded by Quo in the studio, noting the release of the originals and Quo's covers. The songs include Bye Bye Johnny, No Particular Place to Go, Rock and Roll Music, Carol, You Never Can Tell, Roll Over Beethoven and Memphis, Tennessee.

In this episode of The Quo-Cast, Jamie Dyer sits down with David and Jack from The Status Quo Songbook—a new tribute project that puts a unique spin on Status Quo's music.

David (formerly of The Quo Experience) and Jack discuss why they moved from the traditional tribute format, ditched guitar amps for modern digital amp modellers, and built a setlist designed to surprise casual listeners and die-hard Quo fans alike. We chat about their acoustic medley, tackling deep cuts rarely performed live, power metal crossovers, and their upcoming live tour dates!

Status Quo Songbook Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/thestatusquosongbook

What songs would you love to see in an unconventional Status Quo tribute setlist? Are you in favor of bands digging deep into the back catalogue instead of sticking strictly to the hits? Let us know in the comments below!

In this episode of The Quo-Cast, Jamie is joined once again by Dan T to discuss and review the special Quo Connection gig celebrating original Status Quo drummer John Coghlan's 80th birthday at The Half Moon in Putney! The gig included deep cuts like "I Saw the Light", "Drifting Away", and a unique take on "Spinning Wheel Blues".

Then, Dan gives his thoughts on Francis Rossi's The Way We Were Vol 2.

Were you at The Half Moon for John's 80th birthday celebrations? What are your favourite memories of seeing John Coghlan live? Let us know in the comments below!

Celebrating 50 years of Status Quo's iconic 1976 album Blue for You! In this episode of The Quo-Cast, Jamie takes a close hands-on look at the brand-new 50th Anniversary reissue released via Demon Records for National Album Day.

We unbox and review both the double blue vinyl gatefold LP and the 7-inch packaging 2-CD edition, comparing packaging quality, bonus tracks, and the new remaster by Francis Rossi and Andy Brook.

Are you picking up the vinyl, the CD, or both? What are your standout tracks from Blue for You? Share your thoughts and memories in the comments below!

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In this episode of The Quo-Cast, Jamie Dyer dives deep into The Way We Were: Volume 2, the latest 17-track archival release from Status Quo frontman Francis Rossi (released via earMUSIC).

Following up on the success of Volume 1, this collection offers a rare, behind-the-scenes look into Francis Rossi’s songwriting partnership with Bob Young. Jamie gives his thoughts on the demos, most of which would go on to be reworked for Status Quo albums including Heavy Traffic (2002), The Party Ain't Over Yet (2005), In Search of the Fourth Chord (2007) and Quid Pro Quo (2011). Also solo tracks and unreleased compositions.

What are your thoughts on The Way We Were: Volume 2? How do you feel it compares to Volume 1, and which demo or unreleased track stood out most to you? Drop your thoughts in the comments below!

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