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Post by reasonforliving on May 3, 2018 12:20:12 GMT
May be there is not enough of a market now for Quo related books but I'm surprised there is not more about or romours of anything. So, may be this is an hypothetical question, but is ther a book (or books) that wyou would be looking forward to from the Quo camp? As far as the band themselves are concerned, I doubt there is much that we haven't heard one way or another from Francis. I don't think I would want to read his version of the recent years. I like to listen to him, I quite like his apparent attitude, but I get the feel that you have to take some of what he says with a pinch of salt and that sometimes things are said just for effect. I've read 'John's' book and again I think we've heard most of his (Quo) story and although I think anything new would be probably reliable, I doubt there is too much to say. A book from Alan would probably be a good read but I think he would have an axe to grind (and not a bass 'axe') but I would read it all the same. I think a Rhino book would be hugely entertaining and include lots of stories but might be a view through 'quo tinted specticlals' to get a real insight. So from the really longstanding members, that leaves Andy. This, I think, would really give an insight to the band covering the main years and so I would this is probably the one I would really want to read. I don't think there would be much that other band members, past or present, could say that was interest to me. Obviously they have had lives before and or after Quo but....
So then, who else is there? Bob? Pip? John Eden? Simon? ....? I think Bob would have a good story to tell? I remember Pip and John Eden giving recollections of some recording seeions on the original Quo Message Board that were interesting. I like that kinda stuff and if Francis were to write anything then backgrounds to writing and sessions from the 'old days' would be good!
What else would we like to read?!?!
It is sometimes said that everyone has a book in them - I am pretty sure I don't have a book in me but if I did, it might be Rockin' All Over The World - the album that made or broke Quo? After the remasters, I think it would be really interesting to really dig in to the process of that album with those involved and surmise how it might have been different!!
Ramble over!!
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Post by viking55 on May 3, 2018 12:32:26 GMT
Good thread. I agree with you. Out of all I think a book by Andy would be a great read. After all he stretches back to 73 and has been a constant through the main periods of the band. I think it could happen but probably after the band quits or he leaves. Not forgetting he was a member of ‘ The Herd’ a major Psych Band of the middle / late 60’s. So he could shed light on that period which would get my interest !
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Post by snakelady on May 4, 2018 6:35:15 GMT
Yep, agree with all above - a book from Andy would be of interest for me, as he was probably more an observer than involved with band politics and he's been around so long he's seen it all. Rhino's tour logs have always been an entertaining read, so to have them collected in a book and hopefully extended with a bit more detail and insights would be an enjoyable read, I'm sure. Not a band member, but from the Quo camp - I'd be interested to read a book about Quo from Simon Porter's view too. It would show a very different, but equally important aspect of how the band works and survives in the tricky business branch that is the music industry. Everybody else ? I've no idea actually - it would depend on their styles of writing. For a few years Pat Marks wrote about being on the road with Quo from his POV and one of the truckers did something similar for a short while and I enjoyed reading both. So who's to know ? Maybe there's a writer's talent hidden in Lloyd or some other road crew or staff member too ? Good topic, actually - and hopefully an encouragement for some from the Quo camp to pick up a pen (or rather a computer keyboard ..)
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Post by Rob on May 5, 2018 23:12:59 GMT
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Post by mortified on May 6, 2018 10:14:07 GMT
I wouldn't mind reading a warts and all account but I doubt we'll get that. And if we did, much of it would be contradicted because everyone involved seems to have a different take on things; a different perspective depending on how it affected them. There is the additional factor that most of the protagonists probably can't remember much before 1980 odd anyway Maybe Andy Bown would be the best placed but even he isn't going to bite the hand that feeds. I know I wouldn't.
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Post by snakelady on May 7, 2018 6:13:21 GMT
From a personal POV we got the warts and all bios from Rick and Francis with XSAA, mortified. I suppose that's as detailed as we'll ever get one and quite open in many respects (and probably as much as the guys remembered too ). It wasn't from the band/business side though. Both wouldn't talk about internal matters or merely brush over them in a superficial way. I doubt that will change with any further future book, regardless of who wrote it. And actually that's no surprise - and none of our business either. Yep, we are a nosy bunch and we relish juicy anecdotes, but actual (business) relationships will certainly at the max. be talked about once all is over and the band is history. Chances are there will be no one left then to do the talking .. So can we please have more of them anecdotes now
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Post by snakelady on May 29, 2018 7:15:05 GMT
In the meantime we know whose book we're getting next .. I'm not exactly looking forward to reading it as I don't expect it to contain much new info, but I will read it.
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Post by smokie on May 31, 2018 20:43:54 GMT
As already mentioned, a book from Andy would, I think, be an interesting read. He's been in the band for ages and seems to get along with everyone. He must have a few tales to tell.
If there is to be an autobiography from Francis, I'll buy it but I'm not so sure if it's a great idea. Depending on what it contains, it might just cause more diversion amongst the fans as there's fans who are for him and there's others who are vehemently against him.
At the end of the day, people will believe what they want to believe no matter who authors the book.
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Post by Rob on Jun 1, 2018 19:06:41 GMT
As already mentioned, a book from Andy would, I think, be an interesting read. He's been in the band for ages and seems to get along with everyone. He must have a few tales to tell. If there is to be an autobiography from Francis, I'll buy it but I'm not so sure if it's a great idea. Depending on what it contains, it might just cause more diversion amongst the fans as there's fans who are for him and there's others who are vehemently against him. At the end of the day, people will believe what they want to believe no matter who authors the book. Maybe one of those fans you mention should write a book. As some of them post in such a matter of fact way about the goings on in the band over the decades they must have been living up FRs arse all their lives.
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Post by smokie on Jun 1, 2018 23:04:34 GMT
As already mentioned, a book from Andy would, I think, be an interesting read. He's been in the band for ages and seems to get along with everyone. He must have a few tales to tell. If there is to be an autobiography from Francis, I'll buy it but I'm not so sure if it's a great idea. Depending on what it contains, it might just cause more diversion amongst the fans as there's fans who are for him and there's others who are vehemently against him. At the end of the day, people will believe what they want to believe no matter who authors the book. Maybe one of those fans you mention should write a book. As some of them post in such a matter of fact way about the goings on in the band over the decades they must have been living up FRs arse all their lives. is this the level of your debate rob? Really? Hoped for better. snakelady @bam mortified.
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Post by smokie on Jun 1, 2018 23:30:42 GMT
As already mentioned, a book from Andy would, I think, be an interesting read. He's been in the band for ages and seems to get along with everyone. He must have a few tales to tell. If there is to be an autobiography from Francis, I'll buy it but I'm not so sure if it's a great idea. Depending on what it contains, it might just cause more diversion amongst the fans as there's fans who are for him and there's others who are vehemently against him. At the end of the day, people will believe what they want to believe no matter who authors the book. Maybe one of those fans you mention should write a book. As some of them post in such a matter of fact way about the goings on in the band over the decades they must have been living up FRs arse all their lives. Classy! If we can't get a book from a fan who's been "living up FRs arse" then hopefully we can get one from a fan who has been living up the arse of Alan? Or John? I despair. I really do.
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Post by snakelady on Jun 2, 2018 6:48:19 GMT
Maybe one of those fans you mention should write a book. As some of them post in such a matter of fact way about the goings on in the band over the decades they must have been living up FRs arse all their lives. Classy! If we can't get a book from a fan who's been "living up FRs arse" then hopefully we can get one from a fan who has been living up the arse of Alan? Or John? I despair. I really do. Don't let him get to you and simply ignore ridiculous statements like that. As always they say much more about the one who writes them than those he's trying to abuse. That's why we don't remove them. And we know who he is and he's under observation I can assure you. I just wonder how many more aliases he's got ..
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Post by Rob on Jun 2, 2018 9:38:09 GMT
I am not trying to abuse anyone, just highlighting that some fans post in a fashion that presents their opinions in a matter of fact way. Like they believe they lived the dream alongside the band.
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Post by Rob on Jun 7, 2018 19:44:28 GMT
Maybe one of those fans you mention should write a book. As some of them post in such a matter of fact way about the goings on in the band over the decades they must have been living up FRs arse all their lives. Classy! If we can't get a book from a fan who's been "living up FRs arse" then hopefully we can get one from a fan who has been living up the arse of Alan? Or John? I despair. I really do. There was no bias in my choice of band member, I simply chose FR as he has been the mainstay. However, it does appear to have served well in inadvertently highlighting your own bias
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Post by noproblems on Jun 8, 2018 16:24:58 GMT
I'd be interested to read a book about Quo from Simon Porter's view too. It would show a very different, but equally important aspect of how the band works and survives in the tricky business branch that is the music industry. That would be fascinating, but as someone else pointed out in this thread, it will probably be sterilised to the point of boredom. I wish I could have been a fly on the wall when Rick's retirement was being discussed.
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Post by LOZ on Jun 8, 2018 17:01:28 GMT
janet n john. well ya did ask
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Post by mortified on Jun 9, 2018 6:17:45 GMT
janet n john. well ya did ask " A behind the scenes kiss and tell book about the secret love affair between John Coghlan and Janet Street Porter which ultimately led to the Status Quo drummer leaving the band he'd been in since he was a boy...."
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Post by snakelady on Jun 11, 2018 6:47:05 GMT
I'd be interested to read a book about Quo from Simon Porter's view too. It would show a very different, but equally important aspect of how the band works and survives in the tricky business branch that is the music industry. That would be fascinating, but as someone else pointed out in this thread, it will probably be sterilised to the point of boredom. I wish I could have been a fly on the wall when Rick's retirement was being discussed. Not sure there actually was a lot of discussing going on. Fate took Rick out of the equation and then it was a question of continuing or not. Rick was still alive and treaties had to be fulfilled so Ritchie was brought in with Rick's blessing. I doubt any further plans that were made for Rick once he was better again (solo album, book ..) lead to bigger discussions within the band. The only one for whom it had consequences was Francis and I assume he voluntarily had his album release pushed back in favour of Rick's. Otherwise it was simply down to 'do we continue with this line-up or not' and Simon waving contracts, as well as Francis' sense of responsibility will have played a role to continue - for now at least.
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Post by LOZ on Jun 1, 2020 20:47:49 GMT
janet n john. well ya did ask " A behind the scenes kiss and tell book about the secret love affair between John Coghlan and Janet Street Porter which ultimately led to the Status Quo drummer leaving the band he'd been in since he was a boy...."
saw that book in poundland ( )
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