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Daily Record
21 hours ago
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- Daily Record
Mick Ralphs dead: Tragedy as Bad Company co-creator passes away aged 81
The Bad Company co-founder was part of the band from 1973 to 2016 but had to retire after suffering a stroke. Mick Ralphs - who co-founded rock supergroup Bad Company - has sadly died aged 81. The guitarist in the rock band he co-created in 1973 and remained a member until he suffered a stroke in 2016. Complications of this led to his death, confirmed on Bad Company's official website late last night Monday, June 23. It read: Ralphs, born in Stoke Lacy, Herefordshire, is "survived by the love of his life, Susie Chavasse, his two children, three step-children", as well as his bandmates Paul Rodgers and Simon Kirke, reports the Mirror. A statement from Rodgers, who was singer in the band, on the website said: "Our Mick has passed, my heart just hit the ground. He has left us with exceptional songs and memories. He was my friend, my songwriting partner, an amazing and versatile guitarist who had the greatest sense of humour. "Our last conversation a few days ago we shared a laugh but it won't be our last. There are many memories of Mick that will create laughter. Condolences to everyone who loved him especially his one true love, Susie. I will see you in heaven." Bad Company enjoyed massive success in the 1970s, both in the UK and in the US. Their debut single Can't Get Enough reached 15th in the UK charts in 1973, and also peaked at fifth in the US. Ralphs would play a key part in the band's success for the next 40 years, making his last performance in London in 2016, days before suffering from the stroke. Speaking yesterday, drummer Kirke said: "He was a dear friend, a wonderful songwriter, and an exceptional guitarist. We will miss him deeply." Rodgers and Kirke joined forces with Ralphs in the 1970s after they were in Free. Ralphs, who was guitarist in Mott the Hoople, persuaded his chums to come on board with the new project - and their strength grew. Bad Company are set to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame later this year. The band's self-titled debut album included hits such as Can't Get Enough and Movin' On, and reached number three in the UK albums chart and went five-times platinum. Bad Company later released the albums, Straight Shooter in 1975 and Run With The Pack, and both made it into the top five in the charts. They were also famous for their rock anthems, including Ready For Love, Rock Steady and the title track Bad Company. Ralph's former project, Mott The Hoople, was created in the area in which he grew up - rural Herefordshire. Their 1972 song All The Young Dudes, penned by David Bowie, reached third in the UK charts and remains a glam rock anthem. However Kirke told the Bob Lefsetz Podcast in 2023 that the stroke had left Ralphs paralysed down the left hand side of his body. He said: "He's in a nursing home in England. So he's really, his health is not good and certainly his playing days are over. So you know, we had a good run, and I think we're going to lay the old Bad Company to rest pretty soon."
Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Tragedy as British rock legend and '70s icon dies
Mick Ralphs - who co-founded rock supergroup Bad Company - has died aged 81. The rock star was guitarist in the band he co-created in 1973 and remained in it until he suffered a stroke in 2016. Complications of this led to his death, confirmed on Bad Company's official website late on Monday. It said Ralphs, born in Stoke Lacy, Herefordshire, is "survived by the love of his life, Susie Chavasse, his two children, three step-children", as well as his bandmates Paul Rodgers and Simon Kirke. A statement from Rodgers, who was singer in the band, on the website said: "Our Mick has passed, my heart just hit the ground. He has left us with exceptional songs and memories. He was my friend, my songwriting partner, an amazing and versatile guitarist who had the greatest sense of humour. "Our last conversation a few days ago we shared a laugh but it won't be our last. There are many memories of Mick that will create laughter. Condolences to everyone who loved him especially his one true love, Susie. I will see you in heaven." Bad Company enjoyed success in the 1970s, both in the UK and in the US. Their debut single Can't Get Enough reached 15th in the UK charts in 1973, and peaked at fifth in the US. Ralphs would play a key part in the band's success for the next 40 years, making his last performance in London in 2016, days before his stroke. Speaking yesterday, drummer Kirke said: "He was a dear friend, a wonderful songwriter, and an exceptional guitarist. We will miss him deeply." Rodgers and Kirke joined forces with Ralphs in the 1970s after they were in Free. Ralps, who was guitarist in Mott the Hoople, persuaded his chums on board with the new project - and their strength grew. Bad Company are due to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame later this year. The group's self-titled debut album included hits such as Can't Get Enough and Movin' On, and reached number three in the UK albums chart and went five-times platinum. Bad Company later released Straight Shooter in 1975, followed by Run With The Pack, and both made it into the top five in the albums chart. They were also known for rock anthems including Ready For Love, Rock Steady and the title track Bad Company. Ralph's former project, Mott The Hoople, was formed in the area in which he grew up - rural Herefordshire. Their 1972 song All The Young Dudes, penned by David Bowie, reached third in the UK charts and remains a glam rock anthem.
Metro
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Bad Company star Mick Ralphs dies aged 81 as bandmates pay tribute
Bad Company guitarist and songwriter Mick Ralphs has died at the age of 81. The 70s rock musician's death was announced via a message on the official Bad Company website on Monday. In a statement from Ralphs' bandmate Paul Rodgers, the singer said 'his heart hit the ground' with the news. 'He has left us with exceptional songs and memories. He was my friend, my songwriting partner, an amazing and versatile guitarist who had the greatest sense of humour,' the statement from Rodgers read. 'Our last conversation a few days ago we shared a laugh but it won't be our last. There are many memories of Mick that will create laughter. 'I will see you in heaven.' Ralphs, who was part of the band from its inception in 1973, is survived by his two children, three step-children and partner Susie Chavasse, who Rodgers described as 'his one true love'. Bad Company was made from the combined members of the bands Free, Mott The Hoople and King Crimsons. Ralphs and Rodgers were joined by fellow bandmate Simon Kirke, who was on drums, and vocalist/guitarist Raymond 'Boz' Burrell. Ralphs had been part of Mott The Hoople, famed for their 1972 song All The Young Dudes, which was penned by David Bowie. Kirke also shared a statement in the wake of Ralphs' death, saying: 'He was a dear friend, a wonderful songwriter, and an exceptional guitarist. We will miss him deeply.' Ralphs' final performance with Bad Company was in October 2016, before he suffered a stroke the following month. More Trending Bad Company are due to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame later this year, after first rising to fame with their self-titled debut album in 1974. The album included hits such as Can't Get Enough and Movin' On and went on to peak at the third spot on the UK albums chart, going five-times platinum. Bad Company later released Straight Shooter in 1975, followed by Run With The Pack, and both made it into the top five in the albums chart. They were also known for rock anthems including Ready For Love, Rock Steady and the title track Bad Company. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: All the rumoured secret sets at Glastonbury 2025 from Pulp to Lewis Capaldi MORE: TV chef Anne Burrell's death being investigated as 'possible overdose' MORE: Pete Doherty shares statement after Babyshambles guitarist Patrick Walden dies aged 46
