Bad Company - Bad Company (REACTION)

[@tektoniks_architects]

Paul Rodgers is an elite voice in R+R history. Bad Co. was the first band Zeppelin signed onto their Swan Song record label after they formed it. Great band.

[@christophervincent8420]

100% facts right there

[@terryquinn7765]

Did not know that, cool thanks. ✌️

[@Pluvio624]

And, don't forget that Jimmy and Paul went on to form The Firm. Jimmy played with the two greatest rock singers ever, in my humble opinion.

[@tektoniks_architects]

Paul Rodgers may have, in fact, helped save Jimmy Page's life. After John Bonham died, and while Jimmy became isolated and reclusive while he still suffered from a drug dependency, it was Paul Rodgers who helped Jimmy get purpose again by playing together, eventually forming the Firm, and getting out on the road.

[@eximusic]

1st Swan Song release was Silk Torpedo by Pretty Things.

[@billadkins5150]

As I’ve said before, one of the great rock vocalists of all time.

[@michellerenee92580]

yes

[@terryquinn7765]

You can say it again.✌️

[@mikeriley8507]

Yep.

[@bishopsheen6897]

ABSOLUTELY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Azabaxe80]

First and foremost, Rodgers could _sing_ . Although BC played what I'd call generic rock ( _Free_ made better music, mainly because of Paul Kossoff), Paul Rodgers was the reason they differed from the herd. I do not believe he was one of the two best rock vocalists ever, though. Those honors belong to Steve Marriott and Freddie Mercury. And before the Zeppelin worshipping horde comes out, I'd recommend a listen to the 2022 interview Robert Plant had with Rick Rubin in his _Broken Record_ podcast. I never paid _any_ attention to Humble Pie until Plant, in that interview, said that starting out as a vocalist "he couldn't do the Marriott thing". Puzzled, I immediately checked out Marriott and saw exactly what Plant was talking about.

[@julietate7806]

There's a live version of this song that'll knock your socks off! Paul Rodgers plays piano on this one and he's one of the greatest, if not THE greatest, rock and roll vocalists ever.

[@324cmac]

Singer, Paul Rodgers, went from Free to Bad Company and made both bands special.

[@LeroyBrown84]

Also made some special world tours with Queen 👑 I went two times in Rotterdam (2005 & 2008) and I loved it! 🔥😊

[@324cmac]

@@LeroyBrown84 I understand that Freddie had been a big fan of Paul.

[@LeroyBrown84]

@@324cmac Yes, if I remember correctly Brian May said Freddie actually was a bit jealous of his voice and accent and he would love to sound a bit more like Paul 🎤

[@324cmac]

@@LeroyBrown84 Oh, Freddie. It's better to have many distinctive sounds. Their voices are different but equally great.

[@LeroyBrown84]

@@324cmac Here's a funny song from Paul Rodgers + Queen from 2008 😉🔥kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJO3eZtraNKpd7csi=aiZp49VnrKpFrPiF

[@andrewdavid9412]

Back when good music was written, arranged and performed by real artists.

[@johnisouth6636]

One of The Baddest bands of their era. Stellar rock and roll here.

[@rickytics13]

Outstanding band with "the voice"!!! Not in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame yet!!!!!!!!!! This is so criminal!!!!

[@killiansred1000]

Neither is Grand Funk.

[@JAMESMOORE-gq4vv]

BAD COMPANY BAD COMPANY was the album of the 70's, what a masterpiece.

[@2869may]

We have to consider Boston and Fleetwood Mac and a few others as well...

[@robreid546]

"Rock and Roll Fantasy" is another tune that really shows Paul's vocals and the Bad Company vibe. Really appreciate your channel, guys!

[@thomascerulli8013]

Guys your on one hell of a roll. The Faces yesterday, Zappa, Abbey Road which I hope you get back in to. Now Bad Co. Paul Rogers the lead singer. In my personal opinion. He’s just one of those iconic R&R voices in the business. Keep em coming, as always. Peace,Happiness, and Continued Success. I’m 62 I lived this music. Welcome to my generation ✌️

[@rubicon-oh9km]

Everyone loves Paul's vocals rightfully so. But let's not forget he plays the piano as well on all these classics.

[@tsully4368]

Entire Bad Company album is Fire!

[@324cmac]

People often make fun of tambourines but they can really bring something to a song and they aren't as easy to play right as people think.

[@randybaker6042]

First song (Bad Company) on the second side of the debut album (Bad Co.) by the band Bad Company. It doesn't get much better than that.

[@submandave1125]

Don’t know how intentional it was, but I noticed early on the singles usually ended up as second song first side or first song second side (or both on a really good album).

[@FeralPatrick]

"Chose the gun, and threw away the sword." Damn. Paul Rodgers' vocals are brilliant. Excellent pick.

[@adamwayne5711]

"Chose a gun and threw away the Son"

[@tonycocchiola7192]

Threw away the sword,not sun.

[@FeralPatrick]

@@tonycocchiola7192 - Chose the gun, and threw away the sword is correct. thanks!

[@humpy936]

@@adamwayne5711 It is Sword, reminds me of Jesse James, and his gang, Youngers, etc., rebels we are called, guerilla warfare, after the Civil War they did throw away their swords, and those towns did all know their names.

[@craigtennant7637]

I want to share that I think you men are doing a great job with your reactions. It brings me a lot of joy to see your reactions to music that I love. Thanks for being consistent. 😊

[@loupi4bama]

Never got to see BC perform in concert, but when I was a flight attendant I had them on a short flight from ATL to Albany, Ga. A small 30 seat puddle jumper. We were running 4 hours late. The previous flight crew lost the drummers stick bag and stool bag. We were on that plane for a loooong time. They were the only passengers on the plane. I started belting out this song and the next thing I know we're all having a grand time going through their catalogue. They were amazed that I knew all their tunes. I suppose the concert was canceled, IDK. I wouldn't trade the experience for any live concert. Good times. Love their song Simple Man. Very powerful. It's not the Skynyrd song, but their own.

[@itsmedrooms6071]

After the demise of Zeppelin, Jimmy Page formed a band called The Firm with Rogers on vocals.

[@helenespaulding7562]

Paul Rodgers also joined with Jimmy Page in the 80’s to form the band The Firm. Some great songs, but they had only moderate success and disbanded after two albums. Rodgers has had a great solo career. He released a new album this year called Midnight Rose. I was flabbergasted when I listened to it; his voice seems not to have changed at all and the songs are excellent

[@robertbanks162]

Absolutely agree about THE FIRM!!! "Satisfaction Guaranteed" one of my favorites 🔥 so good... seldom heard & underrated!

[@robertbanks162]

@user-fp9qg3qm5b I'm sincerely so jealous,man!,🥴👍absolutely would love to see Paul & Page LIVE🔥or either... THE Wizard Page- 👀h, MAN!

[@humpy936]

Oh man, I forgot about that band, I’ll have to listen to them again.

[@mr.knowitall6440]

Actually, they only ever planned to do two albums. It was a "project"... 🤙😎

[@helenespaulding7562]

@@mr.knowitall6440 that’s what Jimmy says. But I wonder: If they had been really successful commercially…..? I also read that it was Rodgers attempt to help Jimmy get out if his deep depression and isolation ( and drug use) after Bonham’s death and subsequent death of Zeppelin, Jimmy’s “baby”. If so, it was a generous act. And it worked.

[@DonCarne]

The band Bad Company, the song Bad Company, the album Bad Company.

[@bryanblack526]

Boz Burrell's bass lines are sublime.

[@jameslynch5249]

Saw them at Boston Garden in 1979, Rowdy as he'll, the crowd was in an absolute frenzy the entire show

[@wordword6039]

When I was in the Marines in Desert Storm and later OIF I was in a Company of Marine (B Co) we of course used the moniker "Bad Company" with the Album covers flag on our vehicles. Prior to going into an engagement we would play the song over our headsets. All not very good discipline but we were young and didnt give AF. Good for morale

[@jeffjones6221]

Thank you for your service sir!

[@wordword6039]

@@jeffjones6221 Honored to serve this nation and with those people especially

[@jeffjones6221]

@@wordword6039 we're honored to have you!

[@swampfizz]

its such a great song that its hard to believe this was their 1st album 1st hit

[@BradP76]

I like how you guys appreciate the metal like a new cuisine.

[@sandymiller3577]

One of my favorite lead singers, along with Sammy Hagar. So many great songs by Bad Co. The entire Bad Co. album is fantastic, from start to finish. Thanks for reacting to this great band ❤

[@vicprovost2561]

Sammy Hager and the first 2 Montrose albums would blow them away!

[@sandymiller3577]

@@vicprovost2561 agree!

[@vicprovost2561]

@@sandymiller3577 Those Montrose albums are ridiculous, some of the best rock of an era full of great music.

[@debbieplato5107]

Oh yeah! Bad Company Back in the day rock musicians had an affinity to the old west. Both rebel vibes. Paul Rogers has a fantastic voice. Paul Rogers, Robert Plant of Zeppelin and Burton Cummings of the Guess Who are three of the best voices in rock.

[@324cmac]

Didn't The Eagles dress up like cowboys for one of their album covers?

[@324cmac]

I would add: Steve Perry, John Fogerty and Roger Daltrey.

[@debbieplato5107]

@@324cmac I think so. So did Crosby Stills Nash and Young on the album Deja Vu.

[@324cmac]

@@debbieplato5107 Oh yeah. I remember that now.

[@LeroyBrown84]

Freddie Mercury..? 👑🥂

[@DM-hk4cw]

That intro is goosebump worthy. You may want to try "Run With the Pack" for a great piano intro and banger of a song.

[@rubicon-oh9km]

Absolutely. Their best song IMHO.

[@woodyheywood8792]

Sometimes I don't have the full time available to watch & listen...Quote of the reaction..."This was gangster" - LOVE IT!!!!

[@Gordy63]

Bass and drums drive this one like a big, hardened steel locomotive. With Paul Rodger’s stellar voice over the top and thick guitar tones, man it doesn’t get much better than this!

[@MOS650]

You guys should check out the band Free when Paul Rodgers was the lead singer - All Right Now live 1970 ( doing their thing).

[@olly8]

And I suggest Wishing Well by Free ✌🏼

[@randyallaben9900]

One of those songs where, when you hear it, you stop in the middle of what you were doing, and say “oh hell yes.”

[@gregharmon3797]

Quintessential rock voice

[@whome1299]

My favorite vocalist of all time. Perfection. 👌

[@markadam3907]

And throw away the sun yep rollin in bad company

[@Timshot100]

Chose the gun and threw away the sword

[@nickozzy]

the singer and the drummer played for free a more bluesy rock band from Britain.. incredible..

[@detours6571]

"Dirty for Dirty" is another one of my favorite lines in music! ❤ you guys! ✌️☮️❤️🎶

[@mikeeckel2807]

Yes...great lyric...and 40+ years later I still don't exactly know what he means.

[@rsw1227]

I always took it as, "An eye for an eye." "I give what I get." You're a jerk to me then I'm a jerk to you. I match your energy. You cool, then I'm cool. Same as the other line, "Double cross for Double cross." ​@@mikeeckel2807

[@detours6571]

​@mikeeckel2807 really?

[@stevedahlberg8680]

I never noticed before how much his voice reminds me of Lou Gramm from Foreigner, or vice versa. I saw both of those bands as a kid in small indoor arenas when they were back in their early heyday. Definitely has that badass vibe but to me there's always been at least some wistfulness there too, if you take note of the anguish in his voice at times, well most of the time, and then there is that line in there about them being rebels, the ones that other people more or less cast out, so they took up a gun and gave away the sun. That is particularly heartbreaking to me for some reason.

[@CANDOKNOWHOW]

Straight Up Gangsta AF! Every Veteran I grew up around recognized this one as a warrior anthem.

[@larryg7126]

Paul Rogers is the pianist along with the vocals (plays guitar too). Front man & co-founder of Free, Bad Company, The Firm (with Jimmy Page, post Led Zeppelin), The Law (with Kenney Jones - ex-Small Faces/Faces and The Who drummer). Did a couple of concerts & an album with a reunited Queen billed "Queen + Paul Rodgers". A personal favorite of his solo work is "Muddy Water Blues: A Tribute to Muddy Waters (1993)". In 2016 & 2019 he had major strokes, along with 11 minor strokes. I believe he's made a full recovery in spite of the last one affecting his speech and musical abilities. He is the quintessential rock vocalist with aggressive vocals.

[@billbox1916]

Hey guys, thank you for this reaction. Paul Rogers is my favorite voice in Rock n Roll. I love Bad Co. That's Paul on Piano. - I've been wanting to tell you guys about a solo project Paul did a while ago called "Muddy Water Blues". It's a tribute to Muddy waters. I'm not saying you have to react to it, but you must listen to it. His musicians are off the chain. Jason Bonham on drums with a slew of Guest guitarists such as: Jeff Beck, Brian May, Steve Miller, Slash, Neil Schon, Gary Moore, Brian Setzer, Richie Sambora, Buddy Guy, Trevor Rabin, David Gilmore - all playing Muddy Water's songs.

[@olly8]

That album is FANTASTIC!! Muddy Water Blues 🔥🔥✌🏼

[@cccs800]

One of my favorite bands, favorite songs, favorite voices. Paul Rodgers has this yearning in his voice that just drinks you in!

[@williamweiss6128]

Will never get over how good Paul Rodgers is in concert. Totally, free, spontaneous, creative. Miss that in the music scene of today.

[@tracie691]

Imagine...being a little girl in the early 70's growing up in Philly...listening to this album before school...got me ready to handle my days with confidence, a smile and a beat in my head! Life was good!

[@jeffmurray1681]

Bad Company always had well crafted, tight songs with Paul Rodger's vocals anchoring it all.

[@philipnealcombies9542]

Paul Rodgers and Bad Company are rock and roll bad asses! This song is my anthem! 💪👊❤️

[@margiemcpeak9304]

🎸💯 Bad Company is one of my all time favorite badass bands‼🔥

[@tonic8945]

Paul Rodgers is known as The Voice by his peers

[@324cmac]

I thought that was Steve Perry.

[@tonic8945]

@324cmac I wasn't aware Steve was British

[@324cmac]

@@tonic8945 I didn't see anything about British singers only. I thought his peers were all other singers.

[@michaelhillmann3460]

Running with the pack from the album of the same name has outstanding rock piano.

[@joelliebler5690]

Paul Rodgers with one of the best lead rock vocalists of any generation!Sorry about the Lakers getting beat by my Knicks!😅Mr. Rodgers was in Free and later was the lead singer for one tour with Queen after Freddie died!

[@kima.4268]

A very rare win for the Knicks.

[@bonscotty67]

Paul Rodgers is the quintessential voice of rock and roll. It ain't up for debate.😊

[@SnuSlavin]

Imagine THIS being top 40....we rocked back then...

[@KennyRansom-l5k]

Radio DJ's "back in the day" loved introducing this song as "Bad Company" By "Bad Company" from "Bad Company" 🙂

[@MrRexdale71]

Paul Rodgers is one Rocks ' premier voices.Classic stuff.

[@johnboydTx]

🤘😎🥃🥃 Great Band ..... Riding a 1972 Chevelle in highschool with this 8-Track playing ...😉✌️❤️

[@robertbanks162]

That chuckle in the beginning was great😆 realizing where they're coming from! Wanna vote for the probable part 2 for this song ( one of my favorites) Bad Company - "Burning🔥Sky"! Lyrics will explain why it follows & fits after "Bad Company"👀 hope y'all enjoy ✌

[@michaelgreenfield1009]

Paul Rogers, a great rock & roll voice

[@arthurwoodson288]

At one point you need to check out The Firm with Paul Rogers & Jimmy Page . By the way Paul Rogers also plays the Keys for Bad Co.

[@johnnikos7817]

Saw them the first time in 1977 after " Burnin' Sky " album. Keep in mind I hade seen dozens of bands live by then and played in a band myself. Ir's 1 thing ro hear that on vinyl. But when. You hear Rodgers voice BOOM over the top of that rock band. It's unforgettable. And he does it for 2 1/2 hours no problem.

[@kennycamaro2361]

Love Paul Rodgers voice in this one. Very soulful.

[@danhall2197]

Check out the band "MOTT the HOOPLE" and their song "Ready for Love" Bad Company later re-recorded the song on their album.

[@greeneyedsheshe]

I was in high school when this album came out. We were all talking about this album and this band.

[@chrisbeloff6689]

Silver, Blue and Gold is one of the best songs with his vocals.

[@bigdaddyeb56]

Seen Bad Company Live back in 1976 in Frankfurt Germany, They were so Good Live, They Sounded the same as the Album !!!

[@claimguy]

OH. THAT. DROP.

[@sda6691]

This is a perfect anthem for the western outlaws such as Jesse James and Billy the kid. I think of that every time I hear this song. Actually I think it was in the movie Young guns about Billy the kid. Excellent excellent song

[@realbser1956]

First we get that iconic keyboard as the song opens and then we get that drum drop which is IMHO on the same level as In The Air tonight by Phil Collins. Another banger La & Che. 🔥

[@joescott8877]

Good commentary on the piano here. Paul Rogers' voice is its own instrument, too. He later teamed up with Jimmy Page in 1982 or so for a couple of albums under the name "The Firm," whose hit "Radioactive," has a wicked bass line. Another of Bad Co. many hits was "Shooting Star," which, I believe, was inspired by the life and tragic death of one Jimi Hendrix.

[@billdCT97]

you could peel the onion further and check out Mott the Hoople, guitarist Mick Ralphs prior band. Big influence on Mick and Queen

[@mouseshadow5828]

"I was born, a six-gun in my hand" That's gotta hurt.

[@324cmac]

Haha!

[@geoffsullivan7902]

Paul Rodgers,also in Free( the band) after Bad Co., The Firm with Jimmy Page….yes Jimmy Page.❤️🎶❤️ Great song.

[@JustOneSue]

There was a show back in the 1980’s called The Young Riders, about the Pony Express. One of the characters was James “Jimmy” Hickock, this song was played during the episode where Jimmy accidentally shot and killed a woman who ran into his line of fire. Jimmy realized it was his lot in life to be challenged by others because of how quick he was with a gun.

[@hunter1961100]

People used to say that Paul Rogers, was Jimmy page‘s brother, because Bad Company was the only other group on swansong records lol that was back in the day when magazines were the only place you got the information on groups

[@bluzluvah5643]

"He can Sing" is one of the biggest Understatements ever ! Paul Rodgers, is one of the greatest rock vocalists of all time from Free to Bad Co. to The Firm,to all of his solo work......always on Top !!

[@gabrielkourieh5920]

Signature Bad Company track.. to explore more,Rock Steady is a great follow up.

[@ezed3902]

I love how you guys explain the technical aspects of music.

[@willblood7082]

Paul Rodgers also played piano for the band and on this song of course. I’ve been lucky enough to have seen them a number of times in the past. Most recently a couple of years ago in concert in Tampa with Joe Walsh opening for them. And I can honestly say his voice is as good as ever!

[@jimbusby8298]

Good ol Rock and Roll

[@tobinharris8107]

Great LP, every single song. And God bless guitarist Mick Ralphs. Thanks guys👍

[@karensheline6958]

One of the greatest songs !!!!

[@babylonsister118]

I just love this song and Bad Co. I have always loved Paul Rogers vocals the best!! One of their most under rated song was Gone, Gone, Gone, IMHO! Any takers?

[@jalkabre5904]

Great song, I will add "Fade Away" to your hidden gem list.

[@rubicon-oh9km]

And Simple Man. @@jalkabre5904

[@mikeeckel2807]

Paul Rodgers did an album of Jimi Hendrix songs that is just superb.

[@WillyJackson-if6zf]

Oh Yeah! Great album.

[@garyrausch1184]

Song about soldiers from the failed Confederacy taking up banditry,ala Jesse James. Great song

[@tjmasson1013]

Bad Co don’t miss. Song is hard.

[@BaxterThewall]

Paul Rogers !

[@williamclifford6112]

One of the best, if not the best, super group. More Bad Company guys!!!

[@2869may]

Two Great lessor known Bad Co. tunes "The Way I Choose" and "Don't Let Me Down"...!

[@chadheckman2693]

Paul Rodgers is a rock legend. I saw him in a small-venue outdoor concert in 2019 and he still had it. Amazing!

[@vicprovost2561]

Bad Company was the first band Zeppelin signed to their brand new Swan Song record label, that says a lot right there about this all star band led by the great Paul Rodgers, vocalist extraordinaire and multi instrumentalist who has played all instruments on some solo albums, he can do it all. Bad Co Rocks! Do Live for the Music for more, enjoy! 🎵🎸🎤🎹🎶

[@chiloko84]

Great track! You guys need to check this out live, another level!

[@olly8]

"Six gun sound is our claim to fame"... TRUTH!!! Power sound led by "the Voice" -Paul Rogers ❤ Even by his peers, he's referred to as "the Voice"! Loved him since listening to Free, way, way back. Seeing him in person is probably #1 on my bucket list 🤞 When Bad Co. first came out, fell in love more..."till the day I die!" Iconic ✌🏼 Lets not forget The Firm with Jimmy Page and then he replaced Freddy Mercury with Queen. Top tier vocalist!!

[@dannycasson1551]

One of the all time rock albums. Notice the guitar work. It's never over the top but just tasty!

[@JAMESMOORE-gq4vv]

THE WAY I CHOOSE.

[@2869may]

Please check out "Satisfaction guaranteed" ~ The Firm...! Jimmy Page/Zeppelin and Paul Rodgers/Bad Company (Bad Co. were the first band signed to Zeppelin's Swan Song label)

[@anngallifrey]

Finished my freshman year in college. Went home to work for the summer. Returned to college September 1974 and EVERYONE had the album!

[@peteroneill3993]

Hello, you may recognise Paul Rogers voice from the band Free also he sang on a jimmy page album called The Firm. well worth a listen . all my best to you and yours from Liverpool

[@robertrosello1964]

Rodgers is still rocking and sounding amazing in his 70's! Saw him a few years back opening for Jeff Beck and he was great

[@bonniethompson2019]

Great choice! ❤

[@brianmurray5055]

One of the songs I put on the record player when I was teaching myself to play the drums in 1974.