The Quo-Cast

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!