From there, he performs with the band “The Law”, then finally settling on “Paul Rodgers & Company”. Rodgers records a solo album and goes on to form “The Firm” with former Led Zeppelin guitarist Jimmy Page. In July 1983, Bad Company announces they have officially disbanded. However, he stays to record the 1982 release “Rough Diamonds”, which included the single “Electricland,” as well as performing on the follow-up tour.
Rodgers began to consider leaving the group. In 1980, the break-up rumors begin again. The album includes the popular tracks “Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy” and “Gone, Gone, Gone.” Furthermore, we see the band adding synthesizers and strings to their musical mix. Needless to say, they squash the rumors by releasing “Desolation Angels” in 1979. When they take a break in 1978, and rumors start to travel around the music world that the band is breaking up. Meanwhile, songs from all three of these albums remain staples of classic rock radio to this day.īad Company continues with its non-stop schedule, touring and recording “Burnin’ Sky” in 1977. They go on to release “Straight Shooter”and “Run With the Pack” which are also consecutive platinum albums in the UK and US. As well as electrifying rock anthems like “Ready For Love,” “Rock Steady” and the title track “Bad Company” also become instant hits worldwide.
Immediately, it goes platinum five times over and features the smash hits, “Can’t Get Enough,” and “Movin’ On”.
And as a result, they become the first band signed to Zeppelin’s Swan Song label.Ĭoming out of the gate with their 1974 self-titled debut “Bad Company”. Rodgers’ brings in Led Zeppelin manager Peter Grant. They like what each other brings to the table.īringing on King Crimson bassist/vocalist Boz Burrell, adding drummer Simon Kirke and Rodgers Christens the band “Bad Company”. Paul Rodgers participates in a jam session with Mick Ralphs the guitarist of Mott The Hoople. Bad Company, comes together as a rock super group after the band “Free” disbands.
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