Status Quo; Rick Parfitt Tribute, 1948 - 2016

My tribute to the late, great Rick Parfitt, who passed away on the 24th December 2016.

This video features footage from these concerts;
Milton Keynes Bowl, 21st July 1984 - Caroline, Forty Five Hundred Times, Big Fat Mama
Birmingham N.E.C., 17th / 18th December 1989 - Caroline
Sheffield Arena, 21st September 1991 - Mystery Medley
Birmingham N.E.C., 21st September 1991 - Whatever You Want
Sutton Park / Birmingham, 30th August 1992 - Caroline

[thelittlethingsinlife]

RIP Rick and Alan.. Rossi's Quo is a shadow of what Quo was

[iainwhite]

Who the hell clicks on a Quo channel about Rick’s sad demise and gives it a thumbs down?? Disgraceful 😖 he rocked he rocks on

[markosbientos]

Gutted. The best rhythm guitarist has left the stage.  R.I.P Rick, thanks for many years of great songs. I still have the 1984 End of the road tour jacket in my wardrobe! Play on in the great unknown mate.

[sparx]

I’m an aging old punk but I had always had time for quo, they just knocked it out of the park. If you don’t move to their music then your dead.

[gerardjerry]

One of the most underrated true Rock and Roll bands

[hedalino]

Thank you for the music of my teenage years, Rick. Status Quo

[yvoheaton]

Never be in any doubt that Quo are one of the best rehearsed bands you will have ever seen. Top of their game and true pros....

[hughwilson]

What a fitting tribute to Rick, The best Rhythm guitarists we have ever seen and a lovely man. I was lucky enough to meet him. gone but never forgotten Rick R.I.P

[micawber]

Deeply admire this man, not for his lifestyle, but for his personality and musical talent. After having been thru 3 heart attacks, alcohol and drug problems, 2 divorces and the death of his daughter, he kept going. The cause of his death was ridiculous. A fucking infection. Miss you Ricky, rock on.

[peer]

Rest in peace my friend, I'm 55 years old and you and your friends in Status have followed me for 45 years of my life. See you soon. Greetings from a fan in Sweden

[ntsms]

How can anyone not like, respect and admire Rick?? A 'Rock Legend'. Great to see at the start of this video the original Telecasters, 'TRUE WORKHORSES!. We all miss Ricks unsurpassed contribution to pure and simple 'engine room' rhythm anthems. Met the guys on a number of occasions.

[ErickGervais-udkp]

I love this band so much. R.I.P Dear Ricky, we all love you so much. Thanks for everything.

[piledriverpotter]

Rick was put on this earth to be in Quo but was devastatingly taken away from us too young. RIP(Rock in peace) Rick.

[quolenny]

THIS IS AWESOME! This is why i loved Status Quo my whole life and always will! RIP Ricky...you are deeply missed!

[FATBAZ]

Another rocker gone too early. Always loved the band and the sense of rock mixed with absolute fun. Always professional and entertaining. A great loss and the younguns will miss out on the great character who is Rick.... Bless and love ya

[petewilson]

30 years ago at the age of 8, I made myself a cardboard guitar from old boxes and stuck pieces of string to it with sticky tape. I had no idea really what I was doing but luckily my dad recognised my first love. It was a white telecaster with black pick guard and that paved the way for a lifelong romance with the guitar, but more importantly, with Status Quo. My dad took me to see them about 10 times over the years and it's some of my fondest memories. Rick Parfitt was my hero. The self-proclaimed 'engine room' of the band it's impossible not to nod your head whilst watching him. I had no idea what I was watching was not just special, but also so precious. I feel blessed to have been able to stand so close to him at such a young age and feel the vibrations of the loudest possible experience on earth! I'll never forget Rick going and fetching Fran to come and watch this 10 year old boy jump up and down amongst a sea of older guys, only for them both to acknowledge me whilst they rocked my whole world. Thank you Rick and Quo. I am forever grateful and I look forward to introducing my young son to your music for years to come x

[geoffemery]

Had some the best times of my life listening and watching QUO . Rick was a great rhythm guitarist . RIP. Never forget you .

[seancook]

Rick was my idol, the heart and soul of Quo. Sadly missed.

[petedazer]

Mid 70’s Michigan palace theater! Three bands, five bucks! Rush, Kansas and Status Quo! Very next week, Heart, Kansas and Status Quo! These guys came out with no fanfare, almost completely unknown to Detroit, in front of a beat up wall of Sound City amps! Forever changed my life! Thank you fellas!

[dragoncomber]

6 years! What a voice, what a talent. RIP