What’s the Story? Podcast

E329 - WTS 345: Richie Malone

Published: May 11, 2026

Duration: 43:06

This week we chat to rockstar Richie Malone. 

Like a lot of kids growing up, Richie idolised his favourite band, but unlike most Richie actually joined them!

For the last 10 years, he’s been carrying the torch for Status Quo’s legendary rock and iconic sound, stepping into the role left by his hero Rick Parfitt and bringing his own energy to stages around the world.

We talk about the surreal moment he got the call to join the band, what it’s really like on the road as a musician, how people reacted...