Rick Parfitt – Over And Out (2018)
FLAC (tracks) 24 bit/44,1 kHz | Time – 35:42 minutes | 446 MB | Genre: Rock
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When the awful news broke on Christmas Eve 2016 that legendary rocker and Status Quo member Rick Parfitt had passed, fans around the world were devastated that one of rock’s most iconic performers had been silenced. However, unknown to almost anyone, Rick had in fact virtually completed his first solo album whilst undergoing a period of recuperation after his heart attack in July. That album, poignantly titled “Over And Out” now have been released through earMUSIC.
‘Over And Out’ is but the latest element of the incredible legacy and body of work that Rick Parfitt leaves. A testament to his talent, his winning way with words, an incredible joie de vivre and a spirit that never flagged. He’ll be missed but ‘Over And Out’ is a great way to remember him. Gone but not forgotten.
Featuring 10 brand new songs, including the title track that broke hearts anew when it was played at Rick’s funeral, this is an album of depth and passion. Created by Rick Parfitt and Producer Jo Webb, the record is a true labour of love and showcases the softer side of Rick as a writer, artist and performer away from the Quo maelstrom as well as the purest rock and roll sound of earlier Status Quo records. Despite the fact Rick Parfitt had finished recording his guitar and vocal parts, a recording session was planned to happen in February 2017. Certain tracks were not totally finished when Rick died. The call to help ensure that his work could be completed, so that the world could hear it was answered by musicians of the calibre of Queen’s Brian May and Muse’s Chris Wolstenholme, both of whom were close to Rick. Rick’s son, Rick Parfitt Jnr, was also involved in the creative process, as were John “Rhino” Edwards and Alan Lancaster, amongst many others. All of those involved in completing the songs that Rick had written for ‘Over And Out’ have done him proud in bringing his vision to fruition.
Tracklist:
01 – Twinkletoes
02 – Lonesome Road
03 – Over and Out
04 – When I Was Fallin’ in Love
05 – Fight for Every Heartbeat
06 – Without You
07 – Long Distance Love
08 – Everybody Knows How to Fly
09 – Lock Myself Away
10 – Halloween
Musicians:
Rick Parfitt – guitar
Brian May – guitar
Chris Wolstenholme – bass
Rick Parfitt Jnr – vocals
John “Rhino” Edwards – drums
Alan Lancaster – bass, vocals
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