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.
Joe Elliott and Phil Collen of Def Leppard (feat. Paul Rodgers & Simon Kirke of Bad Company) delivers a beautiful reinvention of Bad Company’s “Seagull” – listen HERE. Bringing a powerful, emotionally charged edge to the classic, it features one of the UK’s greatest ever rock bands, and huge Bad Company fans, alongside original members Paul Rodgers and Simon Kirke
“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!? What a privilege it is for myself & Phil to cover one of my favourite Bad Co songs WITH Paul & Simon! Wow!” – Joe Elliott, vocalist with Def Leppard.
Watch lyric video for “Seagull” 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. Rodgers and Bad Co drummer Simon Kirke also appear on the album, bringing the tribute full circle.
Purchase album on limited-edition silver colored vinyl, CD and all digital formats and special merch bundles HERE
ESPN has also collaborated with Primary Wave Music, working closely on the tribute album release by debuting and featuring numerous songs from the album in ESPN’s SEC/college sports on ABC games and NFL programming. “The Music of Bad Company has always resonated with sports and sports coverage,” said Kevin Wilson, Creative Director, Music, ESPN Creative Studio. “It’s a privilege to include these amazing duets and covers of Bad Company by amazing artists especially the same year that Bad Company is entering the Rock and Roll Hall of fame”
CAN’T GET ENOUGH: A TRIBUTE TO BAD COMPANY Track Listing:
“Ready For Love” – HARDY
“Shooting Star” – Halestorm (feat. Paul Rodgers)
“Feel Like Makin’ Love” – Slash ft. Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators
“Run with the Pack” – Blackberry Smoke (feat. Paul Rodgers & Brann Dailor)
“Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy”– The Struts
“Bad Company” – Charley Crockett
“Rock Steady” – Dirty Honey
“Burnin’ Sky” – Black Stone Cherry
“Seagull” – Joe Elliott and Phil Collen of Def Leppard (ft. Paul Rodgers & Simon Kirke)
“All Right Now” – The Pretty Reckless
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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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