Pictures – 40 Years of Hits
Status Quo · 2008
144 min · 40 tracks · hard rock · classic rock · boogie rock
A high-energy celebration of rock anthems that encapsulates Status Quo's boogie-driven essence over four decades.
Why this album works
- Best for
- high-energy sing-along moments celebratory party atmosphere nostalgic hits for gatherings
- Context
- Released in 2008, 'Pictures – 40 Years of Hits' marked a significant retrospective for Status Quo, celebrating their extensive career since forming in 1962. This compilation came at a time when the band had seen various lineup changes and shifts in musical trends, yet they remained a staple of British rock music. The album also coincided with their continued appeal to nostalgic fans while attracting new listeners.
- If you like
- hard rock, classic rock, boogie rock
Pictures – 40 Years of Hits is an album by Status Quo, released in 2008. A high-energy celebration of rock anthems that encapsulates Status Quo's boogie-driven essence over four decades. This compilation achieved commercial success, reaching the top 10 in the UK Albums Chart and solidifying Status Quo's status as enduring figures in rock music. It features classic hits that have influenced generations of rock musicians and showcases the band's prolific songwriting and performance legacy. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Pictures – 40 Years of Hits sound like?
A high-energy celebration of rock anthems that encapsulates Status Quo's boogie-driven essence over four decades. Rooted in hard rock and classic rock.
What makes Pictures – 40 Years of Hits by Status Quo notable?
This compilation achieved commercial success, reaching the top 10 in the UK Albums Chart and solidifying Status Quo's status as enduring figures in rock music. It features classic hits that have influenced generations of rock musicians and showcases the band's prolific songwriting and performance legacy. Released in 2008, 'Pictures – 40 Years of Hits' marked a significant retrospective for Status Quo, celebrating their extensive career since forming in 1962. This compilation came at a time when the band had seen various lineup changes and shifts in musical trends, yet they remained a staple of British rock music. The album also coincided with their continued appeal to nostalgic fans while attracting new listeners.
Who is Pictures – 40 Years of Hits for?
Pictures – 40 Years of Hits works well if you're into high-energy sing-along moments, celebratory party atmosphere and nostalgic hits for gatherings.
How many songs are on Pictures – 40 Years of Hits?
Pictures – 40 Years of Hits has 40 tracks, running approximately 144 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Pictures of Matchstick Men Standout 3:08
- 2 Ice in the Sun 2:09
- 3 Down the Dustpipe 2:02
- 4 In My Chair 3:13
- 5 Paper Plane 2:58
- 6 Mean Girl 3:56
- 7 Caroline Standout 3:46
- 8 Break the Rules 3:38
- 9 Down Down Standout 3:51
- 10 Roll Over Lay Down (live) 5:41
- 11 Rain 4:33
- 12 Mystery Song 3:58
- 13 Wild Side of Life 3:15
- 14 Rockin' All Over the World 3:34
- 15 Again and Again 3:39
- 16 Whatever You Want 3:48
- 17 Living on an Island 3:48
- 18 What You're Proposing 3:51
- 19 Lies 3:53
- 20 Don't Drive My Car 4:12
Disc 2
- 1 Something 'Bout You Baby I Like 2:39
- 2 Rock 'n' Roll 3:50
- 3 Dear John 3:10
- 4 Ol' Rag Blues 2:46
- 5 A Mess of Blues 3:20
- 6 Marguerita Time 3:19
- 7 The Wanderer 3:20
- 8 Rollin' Home 3:57
- 9 Red Sky 4:10
- 10 In the Army Now 3:40
- 11 Ain't Complaining 3:58
- 12 Burning Bridges (On and Off and on Again) 3:50
- 13 Medley: The Anniversary Waltz, Part 1 5:31
- 14 I Didn't Mean It 3:22
- 15 Fun, Fun, Fun 3:03
- 16 Jam Side Down 3:27
- 17 You'll Come 'round 3:24
- 18 The Party Ain't Over Yet 3:51
- 19 Beginning of the End 3:16
- 20 It's Christmas Time 4:10
Release Date
November 10, 2008
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
144 min 56 sec
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