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XS All Areas – The Greatest Hits

Status Quo · 2004

157 min · 40 tracks · hard rock · classic rock · boogie rock

A spirited collection of boogie rock anthems that encapsulate Status Quo's energetic and straightforward sound.

Why listen to this

Best for
party-ready anthems for gatherings nostalgic sing-alongs with friends energetic tracks for road trips
Context
By the time 'XS All Areas – The Greatest Hits' was released in 2004, Status Quo had established themselves as stalwarts of British rock since their formation in the late 1960s. This compilation arrived after a long career marked by numerous lineup changes and evolving styles, showcasing hits from their extensive catalog while celebrating their enduring appeal in classic rock circles.
If you like
hard rock, classic rock, boogie rock

XS All Areas – The Greatest Hits is an album by Status Quo, released in 2004. A spirited collection of boogie rock anthems that encapsulate Status Quo's energetic and straightforward sound. This greatest hits compilation underscores Status Quo's status as one of the UK's beloved rock bands, featuring songs that have become staples at festivals and gatherings. The album highlights their commercial success, with several tracks charting in the UK over decades, while also serving to introduce new listeners to their iconic boogie sound. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does XS All Areas – The Greatest Hits sound like?

A spirited collection of boogie rock anthems that encapsulate Status Quo's energetic and straightforward sound. Rooted in hard rock and classic rock.

What makes XS All Areas – The Greatest Hits by Status Quo notable?

This greatest hits compilation underscores Status Quo's status as one of the UK's beloved rock bands, featuring songs that have become staples at festivals and gatherings. The album highlights their commercial success, with several tracks charting in the UK over decades, while also serving to introduce new listeners to their iconic boogie sound. By the time 'XS All Areas – The Greatest Hits' was released in 2004, Status Quo had established themselves as stalwarts of British rock since their formation in the late 1960s. This compilation arrived after a long career marked by numerous lineup changes and evolving styles, showcasing hits from their extensive catalog while celebrating their enduring appeal in classic rock circles.

Who is XS All Areas – The Greatest Hits for?

XS All Areas – The Greatest Hits works well if you're into party-ready anthems for gatherings, nostalgic sing-alongs with friends and energetic tracks for road trips.

How many songs are on XS All Areas – The Greatest Hits?

XS All Areas – The Greatest Hits has 40 tracks, running approximately 157 minutes.

Tracklist

40 tracks·157:25

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Caroline Standout 4:20
  • 2 Down Down 3:40
  • 3 Paper Plane 2:55
  • 4 Big Fat Mama 4:54
  • 5 Roll Over Lay Down 5:40
  • 6 Softer Ride 4:05
  • 7 Don't Waste My Time 4:21
  • 8 Little Lady 3:03
  • 9 Mystery Song 3:57
  • 10 Rain 4:35
  • 11 Break the Rules 3:40
  • 12 Something About You Baby I Like 2:41
  • 13 Hold You Back 4:31
  • 14 Rockin' All Over the World Standout 3:36
  • 15 Whatever You Want 4:02
  • 16 Don't Drive My Car 4:14
  • 17 Again and Again 3:41
  • 18 Forty-Five Hundred Times 7:42
  • 19 All Stand Up 4:10

Disc 2

  • 1 You'll Come 'round 3:27
  • 2 Thinking of You 3:57
  • 3 Jam Side Down 3:28
  • 4 Creepin' Up on You 5:03
  • 5 Down the Dustpipe 2:23
  • 6 Pictures of Matchstick Men Standout 3:12
  • 7 Ice in the Sun 2:12
  • 8 In My Chair 3:11
  • 9 Gerdundula 3:22
  • 10 Wild Side of Life 3:16
  • 11 Rock 'n' Roll 4:04
  • 12 What You're Proposin' 4:17
  • 13 The Wanderer 3:28
  • 14 Living on an Island 3:47
  • 15 Marguerita Time 3:28
  • 16 In the Army Now 4:42
  • 17 When You Walk in the Room 3:04
  • 18 Burning Bridges 4:21
  • 19 Fun Fun Fun 4:05
  • 20 Old Time Rock and Roll 2:59
  • 21 Anniversary Waltz, Part 1 5:32

Release Date

September 20, 2004

Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

157 min 25 sec