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Bad Company pushes the doors open at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame – Associated Press

By Mark Kennedy

NEW YORK (AP) — Bad Company singer-songwriter Paul Rodgers treasures one of his last phone calls with guitarist Mick Ralphs. It was to deliver the news that, at long last, they’d been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

“I said to him, ‘Do you remember when we were looking for a band name and we called each other with silly names?’ And then I just called him up one day and I said, ’Bad Company’ and he dropped the phone and he said, ‘Oh yeah, that’s it. That’s the name,’” says Rodgers.

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OUT NOW | Can’t Get Enough: A Tribute To Bad Company

CAN’T GET ENOUGH: A TRIBUTE TO BAD COMPANY

Featuring Slash, Charley Crockett, The Pretty Reckless and More

OUT NOW

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees and music icons, BAD COMPANY are being celebrated with a first ever, star-studded tribute album is available now via Primary Wave Music.

Purchase the album on limited-edition silver colored vinyl, CD and all digital formats and special merch bundles HERE

Country rock superstar, HARDY kicks off the album and delivers a blistering rock reinvention of Bad Company’s “Ready for Love.” Bringing a powerful, emotionally charged edge to the classic, it honors Paul Rodgers’ timeless vocals while channeling his own signature intensity and modern sound.

Watch lyric video for “Ready for Love” HERE

CAN’T GET ENOUGH: A TRIBUTE TO BAD COMPANY features legendary and contemporary artists from Rock, Country, and Americana – genres deeply influenced by Bad Company – including HARDY, The Pretty Reckless, Joe Elliott and Phil Collen from Def Leppard, Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators, Charley Crockett, Halestorm, Blackberry Smoke, The Struts, Dirty Honey and Black Stone Cherry, offering fresh takes on the band’s iconic songs. Bad Company was founded by Mick Ralphs and Paul Rodgers in 1973. Rodgers and Bad Co drummer Simon Kirke also appear on the album, bringing the tribute full circle.

CAN’T GET ENOUGH: A TRIBUTE TO BAD COMPANY Track Listing:

1. “Ready For Love” – HARDY
2. “Shooting Star” – Halestorm (feat. Paul Rodgers)
3. “Feel Like Makin’ Love” – ​​Slash Featuring Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators
4. “Run with the Pack” – Blackberry Smoke (feat. Paul Rodgers & Brann Dailor)
5. “Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy”– The Struts
6. “Bad Company” – Charley Crockett
7. “Rock Steady” – Dirty Honey
8. “Burnin’ Sky” – Black Stone Cherry
9. “Seagull” – Joe Elliott and Phil Collen of Def Leppard (feat. Paul Rodgers & Simon Kirke)
10. “All Right Now” – The Pretty Reckless
    
    

For updates and further info visit: BadCompany.com

Paul Rodgers Says Bad Company Will Likely Perform at Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

From RollingStone.com:

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony is less than three weeks away, and there’s still much we don’t know about the event: Is there a chance that OutKast will show up and perform for the first time in 11 years? Is there even a minuscule possibility that the White Stripes will appear together for the first time in 16 years? Who will sing with Soundgarden? How will Joe Cocker, Warren Zevon, Nicky Hopkins, and other deceased members of the new class be honored? And how exactly will Iggy Pop, Olivia Rodrigo, Elton John, David Letterman, Beck, and other special guests be utilized?

What we do know after chatting with Paul Rodgers is that Bad Company are almost certainly going to reunite for the event, marking their first live performance since 2019.

Read the entire article here: https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-features/paul-rodgers-bad-company-hall-of-fame-1235450573/

Listen Now: Charley Crockett Covers Bad Company’s Rock Anthem, “Bad Company

CHARLEY CROCKETT “BAD COMPANY”

PRODUCED BY SHOOTER JENNINGS

AVAILABLE NOW

from forthcoming album

CAN’T GET ENOUGH: A TRIBUTE TO BAD COMPANY

First Ever Tribute Album to Bad Company out October 24, 2025

September 17, 2025 – One of today’s most authentic and fast-rising voices in Americana and country music, Charley Crockett has released his rendition of the classic, “Bad Company” (written by Paul Rodgers and Simon Kirke) from the forthcoming tribute album, Can’t Get Enough: A Tribute to Bad Company, to be released October 24, 2025 on Primary Wave Music.

Outlaw country troubadour Charley Crockett brings grit, soul, and swagger to his cover of “Bad Company”. Known for his genre-blending style that fuses vintage country, blues, and Americana, Crockett delivers a haunting and heartfelt interpretation that feels both timeless and unmistakably his own. With a voice steeped in storytelling and defiance, Charley’s version taps into the song’s renegade spirit, reimagining it through the lens of the American West and his own life experiences: playing his pawn-shop guitar on the streets of New Orleans, hitchhiking, and riding freight trains north until he found himself busking on the streets of New York in 2009.

“What a song. Never imagined I’d be asked to cut a Bad Company tune, especially this one,” says Crockett. “I grew up cranking the volume anytime it was on a classic rock station in Texas. Still do. It’s an untouchable and timeless song. I only hope I can do it some justice.”

“Bad Company” was produced by Grammy-Award winning Shooter Jennings (Brandi Carlile, Tanya Tucker) and Crockett at Sunset Sound Studios Los Angeles. Legendary bassist, Darryl Jones – known for powering The Rolling Stones, Miles Davis, and Sting – brings his iconic groove to the track.

Watch music video of “Bad Company” HERE

Stream + Download “Bad Company” HERE

Paul Rodgers and Simon Kirke will join host Steve Harkins on TalkShopLive’s Rock & Roll channel on Thursday, October 9th at 7pm (est) to talk about their 50^thanniversary and upcoming Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction as well as the exciting new tribute album.

TalkShopLive will have a limited number of vinyl autographed by Paul and Simon available. Pre-order HERE

CAN’T GET ENOUGH: A TRIBUTE TO BAD COMPANY features legendary and contemporary artists from Rock, Country, and Americana – genres deeply influenced by Bad Company – including HARDY, The Pretty Reckless, Joe Elliott and Phil Collen from Def Leppard, Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators, Charley Crockett, Halestorm and more, offering fresh takes on the band’s iconic songs. Bad Company was founded by Mick Ralphs and Paul Rodgers in 1973.

Pre-order & Pre-save album on limited-edition silver colored vinyl, CD and all digital formats and special merch bundles HERE

CAN’T GET ENOUGH: A TRIBUTE TO BAD COMPANY Track Listing:

1. “Ready For Love” – HARDY
2. “Shooting Star” – Halestorm (feat. Paul Rodgers)
3. “Feel Like Makin’ Love” – ​​Slash Featuring Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators
4. “Run with the Pack” – Blackberry Smoke (feat. Paul Rodgers & Brann Dailor)
5. “Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy”– The Struts
6. “Bad Company” – Charley Crockett
7. “Rock Steady” – Dirty Honey
8. “Burnin’ Sky” – Black Stone Cherry
9. “Seagull” – Joe Elliott and Phil Collen of Def Leppard (feat. Paul Rodgers & Simon Kirke)
10. “All Right Now” – The Pretty Reckless
    
    

For updates and further info visit: BadCompany.com

OUT NOW: Dirty Honey covers the Bad Company Classic “Rock Steady”

September 12, 2025 – Dirty Honey has released their rendition of the Bad Company classic, “Rock Steady” (written by Paul Rodgers) from the forthcoming tribute album, Can’t Get Enough: A Tribute to Bad Company, to be released October 24, 2025 on Primary Wave Music.

“Bad Company are plain and simply one of the cornerstones of rock and roll,” says Marc LaBelle, lead vocalist of Dirty Honey. “Their music has been part of the soundtrack of my life for as long as I can remember. Paul Rodgers voice is timeless, classic, and like a fine wine only got better with age.”

Watch music video of “Rock Steady” HERE

Stream + Download “Rock Steady”HERE

Dirty Honey kick off their 2^nd leg of their Mayhem & Revelry tour with The Struts in Las Vegas, NV September 13th. The Struts also appear on Can’t Get Enough with their own rendition of “Rock n’ Roll Fantasy.”

Tickets and tour info HERE

Paul Rodgers and Simon Kirke will join host Steve Harkins on TalkShopLive’s Rock & Roll channel on Thursday, October 9th at 7pm (est) to talk about their 50^thanniversary and upcoming Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame induction as well as the exciting new tribute album.

TalkShopLive will have a limited number of vinyl autographed by Paul and Simon available. Pre-order HERE

CAN’T GET ENOUGH: A TRIBUTE TO BAD COMPANY features legendary and contemporary artists from Rock, Country, and Americana – genres deeply influenced by Bad Company – including HARDY, The Pretty Reckless, Joe Elliott and Phil Collen from Def Leppard, Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators, Charley Crockett, Halestorm and more, offering fresh takes on the band’s iconic songs. Bad Company was founded by Mick Ralphs and Paul Rodgers in 1973.

Pre-order & Pre-save album on limited-edition silver colored vinyl, CD and all digital formats and special merch bundles HERE

CAN’T GET ENOUGH: A TRIBUTE TO BAD COMPANY Track Listing:

1. “Ready For Love” – HARDY
2. “Shooting Star” – Halestorm (feat. Paul Rodgers)
3. “Feel Like Makin’ Love” – ​​Slash Featuring Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators
4. “Run with the Pack” – Blackberry Smoke (feat. Paul Rodgers & Brann Dailor)
5. “Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy”– The Struts
6. “Bad Company” – Charley Crockett
7. “Rock Steady” – Dirty Honey
8. “Burnin’ Sky” – Black Stone Cherry
9. “Seagull” – Joe Elliott and Phil Collen of Def Leppard (feat. Paul Rodgers & Simon Kirke)
10. “All Right Now” – The Pretty Reckless
    
    

For updates and further info visit: BadCompany.com

Dirty Honey (photo Linda Eklov)

Blackberry Smoke Covers Bad Company’s “Run With The Pack”

BLACKBERRY SMOKE “RUN WITH THE PACK”

FEATURING PAUL RODGERS FROM BAD COMPANY

AVAILABLE NOW

from forthcoming album

CAN’T GET ENOUGH: A TRIBUTE TO BAD COMPANY

First Ever Tribute Album to Bad Company out October 24, 2025

August 20, 2025 – Torchbearers of southern rock, Blackberry Smoke has released their rendition of the Bad Company classic, “Run with the Pack”, from the forthcoming tribute album, Can’t Get Enough: A Tribute to Bad Company, to be released October 24, 2025 on Primary Wave Music.

Bad Company co-founder and vocalist Paul Rodgers sings background vocals on the track, while Brann Dailor of Mastodon plays percussion and also provides background vocals. Both artists are featured in the official live studio session video. Watch HERE

Stream + Download “Run with the Pack”HERE

“Bad Company has always been one of those bands that just hits you in the chest – raw, soulful and real,” says Charlie Starr of Blackberry Smoke. “Run with the Pack” is like a masterclass in groove and grit. There’s simplicity to it that’s so powerful – no frills, just feel. You don’t need to dress it up – it’s just honest. Paul Rodgers’ voice is cool confidence, never overdone, just authentic. That kind of music doesn’t age; it just gets cooler.”

Paul Rodgers says, “Blackberry Smoke absolutely channeled the essence of the song and everyone delivered from their souls. I love every aspect of their performance harmonies, guitars and delivery!”

CAN’T GET ENOUGH: A TRIBUTE TO BAD COMPANY features legendary and contemporary artists from Rock, Country, and Americana – genres deeply influenced by Bad Company – including HARDY, The Pretty Reckless, Joe Elliott and Phil Collen from Def Leppard, Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators, Charley Crockett, Halestorm and more, offering fresh takes on the band’s iconic songs. Bad Company was founded by Mick Ralphs and Paul Rodgers in 1973.

Pre-order & Pre-save album on limited-edition silver colored vinyl, CD and all digital formats and special merch bundles HERE

CAN’T GET ENOUGH: A TRIBUTE TO BAD COMPANY Track Listing:

1. “Ready For Love” – HARDY
2. “Shooting Star” – Halestorm (feat. Paul Rodgers)
3. “Feel Like Makin’ Love” – ​​Slash Featuring Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators
4. “Run with the Pack” – Blackberry Smoke (feat. Paul Rodgers & Brann Dailor)
5. “Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy”– The Struts
6. “Bad Company” – Charley Crockett
7. “Rock Steady” – Dirty Honey
8. “Burnin’ Sky” – Black Stone Cherry
9. “Seagull” – Joe Elliott and Phil Collen of Def Leppard (feat. Paul Rodgers & Simon Kirke)
10. “All Right Now” – The Pretty Reckless
    
    

For updates and further info visit: BadCompany.com

Listen Now – The Struts’ Cover Bad Company’s “Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy”

The first single to CAN’T GET ENOUGH: A TRIBUTE TO BAD COMPANY is out now!

Watch the in-studio performance of “Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy” here: https://youtu.be/ke9QAW4LCHc?si=RriiUCYxoXPyKIHz

Stream the song here: https://found.ee/rnrfantasy

Just Announced | CAN’T GET ENOUGH: A TRIBUTE TO BAD COMPANY

The First Ever Tribute Album to Bad Company

CELEBRATING THE 2025 ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME INDUCTION AND THE 50+ ANNIVERSARY

Available October 24 via Primary Wave Music

FEATURING HARDY, SLASH, HALESTORM AND MORE 

DEBUT TRACK “ROCK N’ ROLL FANTASY” BY THE STRUTS

AVAILABLE NOW

(New York, NY) July 28, 2025 – Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees and music icons, BAD COMPANY will be celebrated with a first ever, star-studded tribute album to be released October 24, 2025 via Primary Wave Music. 

CAN’T GET ENOUGH: A TRIBUTE TO BAD COMPANY features legendary and contemporary artists from Rock, Country, and Americana – genres deeply influenced by Bad Company – including HARDY, The Pretty Reckless, Joe Elliott and Phil Collen from Def Leppard, Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators, Charley Crockett, Halestorm and more, offering fresh takes on the band’s iconic songs. Bad Company was founded by Mick Ralphs and Paul Rodgers in 1973. Rodgers and Bad Co drummer Simon Kirke also appear on the album, bringing the tribute full circle.

“I’ve loved Bad Company since the very beginning, a phenomenal combination of two of my favourite bands, Free & Mott The Hoople, what’s not to love?!” says Joe Elliott.  “What a privilege it is for myself & Phil to cover one of my favourite Bad Co songs WITH Paul & Simon! Wow!”

HARDY says, “There’s a short list of bands my dad played for me as a young boy that shaped my love for rock n’ roll, and Bad Company is on that list. It’s a very cool and surreal moment to be part of this project.” Slash adds, “Bad Company was the background music of an important period in my youth. They were such a great band, and a huge influence on me then and still are today.” 

Kicking things off is The Struts “Rock n’ Roll Fantasy.” Recorded and mixed by Bob Clearmountain, watch the band’s studio session video HERE Stream & download song HERE

Pre-order & Pre-save album on limited-edition silver colored vinyl, CD and all digital formats and special merch bundles HERE

CAN’T GET ENOUGH: A TRIBUTE TO BAD COMPANY Track Listing:

1.    “Ready For Love” – HARDY

2.    “Shooting Star” – Halestorm (feat. Paul Rodgers)

3.    “Feel Like Makin’ Love” – ​​Slash Featuring Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators

4.    “Run with the Pack” – Blackberry Smoke (feat. Paul Rodgers & Brann Dailor)

5.    “Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy”– The Struts

6.    “Bad Company” – Charley Crockett

7.    “Rock Steady” – Dirty Honey

8.    “Burnin’ Sky” – Black Stone Cherry

9.    “Seagull” – Joe Elliott and Phil Collen of Def Leppard (feat. Paul Rodgers & Simon Kirke)

10.  “All Right Now” – The Pretty Reckless

For updates and further info visit: BadCompany.com

Check out The Struts with Dirty Honey on tour this summer. More info HERE

BAD COMPANY was formed in 1973, featuring lead vocalist Paul Rodgers, guitarist Mick Ralphs, bassist Boz Burrell, and drummer Simon Kirke. Their self-titled debut album, released in 1974, achieved commercial success with hits like “Can’t Get Enough” and “Feel Like Makin’ Love,” establishing them as major players in the rock scene. Known for their powerful blend of hard rock and blues, they continued their success with albums like “Straight Shooter” (1975) and “Run with the Pack” (1976) solidifying their reputation in the 1970s. BadCompany.com

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