A one-off single from the band's early years, "Down the Dustpipe" was a departure from their psychedelic roots into a harder rock sound that would define their future output.
- The single was written by Del Shannon.
- It reached number 5 in the UK charts.
- This was the first Status Quo single to feature guitarist Dave Edgerly.
Status Quo are a British rock band formed in London in 1962. They are known for their brand of blues-ted rock and roll, characterized by a heavy guitar riff-based sound. Down the Dustpipe was released when the band was still finding its definitive sound and lineup, prior to the lineup that would achieve their greatest success.
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