STATUS QUO frontman and cofounder Francis Rossi has shared two new tracks, ‘Something In The Air (Stormy Weather)’ and ‘Go Man Go’, which come from his forthcoming solo album, ‘The Accidental’ that will be released on January 30 on CD, LP, and Digital formats.
“For anyone who liked any of my solo albums previously, well, I’ve no idea what you’ll make of this one because it’s a real departure, but I love it,” Rossi says. “It’s loud, the guitars are right to the fore, and there are some great songs there.”
While Rossi‘s previous solo albums explored his love for acoustic ballads, vocal harmonies, and the blend of British rock with country influences, this album, his first in seven years, marks a true return to the energetic, guitar-driven sound that made him a legend with STATUS QUO.
The fresh blood in question comes largely from Hiran Ilangantilike, a guitarist who was originally a school friend of one of Francis‘ children, and co-producer Andy Brook.