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12 Gold Bars

Status Quo · 1980

46 min · 12 tracks · hard rock · classic rock · boogie rock

A spirited collection of anthemic rock tracks packed with infectious energy and boogie rhythms.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • spirited anthems for celebration
  • steady energy for road trips
  • infectious rhythms for dancing
  • sing-along favorites with friends

Maybe skip if you want

  • slow, introspective listening preference
  • seeking deep lyrical narratives

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time '12 Gold Bars' was released in 1980, Status Quo had already established themselves as a leading band in the UK rock scene, following their breakthrough album 'Quo' in 1974. This compilation showcased their most popular hits, solidifying their commercial peak in the late 1970s and early 1980s while also providing a bridge for new listeners to their extensive catalog.
Stylistic neighbors
The Who· AC/DC· Foghat

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Rockin’ All Over the World 3:33
  • 2 Down Down 3:50
  • 3 Caroline 3:43
  • 4 Paper Plane 2:56
  • 5 Break the Rules 3:39
  • 6 Again and Again 3:41
  • 7 Mystery Song 3:58
  • 8 Roll Over Lay Down 5:42
  • 9 Rain 4:34
  • 10 Wild Side of Life 3:16
  • 11 Whatever You Want 4:02
  • 12 Living on an Island 3:47

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