Bula Quo!
Status Quo · 2013
76 min · 19 tracks · hard rock · classic rock · boogie rock
A vibrant mix of classic rock anthems and boogie-infused tracks celebrating island life.
Why this album works
- Best for
- vibrant anthems for group sing-alongs dynamic journey with energetic peaks island vibes for sunny afternoons
- Context
- Bula Quo! marked Status Quo's return after a three-year hiatus since their previous album, Quid Pro Quo. It showcases their enduring ability to blend their signature boogie rock sound with new influences while appealing to both longtime fans and a newer audience. The album coincided with the band's involvement in the film Bula Quo!, which further solidified their legacy in rock music.
- If you like
- hard rock, classic rock, boogie rock
Bula Quo! is an album by Status Quo, released in 2013. A vibrant mix of classic rock anthems and boogie-infused tracks celebrating island life. The album received mixed reviews but was notable for its unique concept tied to a feature film, making it a significant part of Status Quo's discography. It also saw commercial success, reaching number 14 on the UK Albums Chart, demonstrating the band's lasting appeal in the classic rock genre. "Rockin' All Over the World (Bula edit)" served as a promotional single, showcasing their ability to reinterpret classic hits. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Bula Quo! sound like?
A vibrant mix of classic rock anthems and boogie-infused tracks celebrating island life. Rooted in hard rock and classic rock.
What makes Bula Quo! by Status Quo notable?
The album received mixed reviews but was notable for its unique concept tied to a feature film, making it a significant part of Status Quo's discography. It also saw commercial success, reaching number 14 on the UK Albums Chart, demonstrating the band's lasting appeal in the classic rock genre. "Rockin' All Over the World (Bula edit)" served as a promotional single, showcasing their ability to reinterpret classic hits. Bula Quo! marked Status Quo's return after a three-year hiatus since their previous album, Quid Pro Quo. It showcases their enduring ability to blend their signature boogie rock sound with new influences while appealing to both longtime fans and a newer audience. The album coincided with the band's involvement in the film Bula Quo!, which further solidified their legacy in rock music.
Who is Bula Quo! for?
Bula Quo! works well if you're into vibrant anthems for group sing-alongs, dynamic journey with energetic peaks and island vibes for sunny afternoons.
How many songs are on Bula Quo!?
Bula Quo! has 19 tracks, running approximately 76 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Looking Out for Caroline 4:00
- 2 Gogogo Standout 4:16
- 3 Run and Hide (The Gun Song) 4:13
- 4 Running Inside My Head 3:42
- 5 Mystery Island 4:22
- 6 All That Money 3:14
- 7 Never Leave a Friend Behind 2:51
- 8 Fiji Time 3:15
- 9 Bula Bula Quo (Kua Ni Lega) Standout 3:51
Disc 2
- 1 Living on an Island (Fiji Style) Standout 3:46
- 2 Frozen Hero 4:20
- 3 Reality Cheque 4:06
- 4 Rockin All Over the World (Bula edit) 4:28
- 5 Caroline (live) 5:06
- 6 Beginning of the End (live) 4:26
- 7 Don't Drive My Car (live) 3:49
- 8 Pictures of Matchstick Men (live) 2:30
- 9 Whatever You Want (live) 5:10
- 10 Down Down (live) 5:04
Release Date
June 10, 2013
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
76 min 29 sec
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