Suzi Quatro is a trailblazing rocker whose gritty voice and fierce bass playing shattered the glass ceiling in the male-dominated world of rock and roll. Born Susan Kay Quatro on June 3, 1950, in Detroit, Michigan, she sprang from a musical family and honed her chops in the local band scene, including with her sisters in The Pleasure Seekers. Quatro's breakthrough came after she moved to the UK in the early 1970s, where she caught the attention of producer Mickie Most. Her blend of raw rock energy and glam theatrics yielded hits like "Can The Can" and "48 Crash," making her an icon in Europe and Australia, although her home country remained more resistant to her rebellious persona.

Nevertheless, Suzi Quatro became a figure of empowerment, inspiring generations of female musicians to pick up the bass and lead bands. Beyond music, she also ventured into acting, most memorably playing Leather Tuscadero on the popular American sitcom "Happy Days." Releasing music consistently through the decades, her recent work showcases an artist who refuses to rest on her laurels. Albums like "The Devil in Me" echo the same spirit and vitality that propelled her early career, proving that Quatro remains as relevant and vibrant as ever. The 2022 remaster of her iconic hit "Can The Can" connects her pioneering past with contemporary audiences, ensuring her legacy continues to resonate.

Genres

Glam Rock

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Latest Release

Face To Face

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KT Tunstall

Album - 10 Tracks - Released August 11, 2023