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Bad Company were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as performers in 2025.

Bad Company

Hard rock’s quintessential supergroup, Bad Company featured some of the most highly skilled musicians in 1970s rock & roll.

Formed in 1973, in London by former members of Free, Mott the Hoople, and King Crimson, they stripped the music down to its elemental soul and groove, selling tens of millions of records and delivering FM rock & roll radio standards “Bad Company,” “Can’t Get Enough,” “Ready for Love,” “Feel Like Makin’ Love,” and “Shooting Star.” 
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Books

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Podcasts

Spotify Playlist

Audio

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Video

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Youtube

Archival Resources

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Rock's Backpages Articles

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Influence & Legacy

Bad Company were influenced by...

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  • Heart
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