Bad Company

Bad Company is a British rock supergroup that formed in London in 1973, known for their influential hard rock and blues rock sound, achieving multi-platinum album sales and producing numerous classic rock staples. After securing recording contracts with Swan Song Records and Island Records in 1973, Bad Company, comprised of Paul Rodgers (ex-Free), Simon Kirke (ex-Free), Mick Ralphs (ex-Mott the Hoople), and Boz Burrell (ex-King Crimson), released their debut album, ‘Bad Company’ (1974). Recorded at Headley Grange, the album quickly achieved commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard 200 in the US and number 3 on the UK Albums Chart. Under the management of Peter Grant, the album spawned hit singles, with ‘Can’t Get Enough’ climbing to number 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1974, and ‘Movin’ On’ reaching number 19 on the same chart.

Consistently achieving platinum certifications, Bad Company sold 20 million RIAA-certified units in the US and over 40 million albums worldwide. The original lineup disbanded with Paul Rodgers’ departure in 1982. Bad Company reformed in 1986 with Brian Howe as lead vocalist, releasing albums such as ‘Fame and Fortune’ (1986) and ‘Dangerous Age’ (1988). Their 1990 release, ‘Holy Water,’ achieved platinum status.

In 2015, their first two studio albums, ‘Bad Company’ and ‘Straight Shooter,’ were re-released as remastered editions. They continued touring, including with Joe Walsh in 2016. Bad Company has been selected for induction into the prestigious Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2025.