Suzi Quatro (July 7, 1972) "Rolling Stone" / "Brain Confusion (For All the Lonely People)" Single 7" (RAK 134 UK)

Released July 7, 1972

Reference: UK: RAK 134

A. Rolling Stone

(Errol Brown / Phil Dennys)

B. Brain Confusion (For All the Lonely People)

(Suzi Quatro)

Demo copies have the artist as Susie Quatro. Commercial releases in Portugal, US and New Zealand list the artist as Suzie Quatro. Produced by Mickie Most.

UK VARIANTS:

• Demo (four prong)

• Commercial (knockout centre)

• Commercial (solid centre)

• Misspelt demo (Susie Quatro)

CHART PERFORMANCE

Portugal: Peak position 1

Elsewhere: No significant chart impact

INTERNATIONAL VARIANTS: 

• Portugal - Stateside 8E 006-93743 - 1972

(Misspelt label)

• New Zealand - RAK RAK 134 - 1972 (Misspelt label)

• USA - RAK ZS7 4512 - 1972

(Misspelt label)

RECORDING 

The single was recorded in London with session musicians including Duncan Browne, Peter Frampton, and Alan White. “Brain Confusion” was originally recorded by Quatro with her earlier band The Pleasure Seekers / Cradle and re-recorded for this release.

MUSIC AND LYRICS 

"Rolling Stone" reflects Quatro’s personal story of independence and life on the road. "Brain Confusion (For All the Lonely People)" explores feelings of alienation and mental turmoil, written by Quatro herself.

RELEASE 

This was Suzi Quatro’s debut solo single, marking her transition from band member to solo artist under producer Mickie Most. Released on RAK Records in the UK

RECEPTION 

The single achieved limited commercial success except in Portugal where it reached number one. It led to a shift in Quatro’s image and musical direction for subsequent releases.

PERSONNEL

Suzi Quatro – vocals, bass Session musicians including Duncan Browne, Peter Frampton, Alan White

BACKGROUND 

The release marked Suzi Quatro’s transition from a band member to a solo artist. After limited success outside Portugal, her image shifted to the iconic leather-clad rocker for later hits. “Brain Confusion” was originally from her time with The Pleasure Seekers / Cradle.

SOURCES Discogs, 45 World, Wikipedia. BBC Official Charts