Bad Company Inducted into Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Bad Company drummer Simon Kirke was joined on stage by Chris Robinson, Bryan Adams, Joe Perry, and Nancy Wilson for a special performance during the band's Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony.
Induction Event Details
The band was inducted Saturday night at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. Mick Fleetwood presented the honor, praising Bad Company in his speech.
Performance Highlights
- Simon Kirke was accompanied by Chris Robinson of The Black Crowes, Nancy Wilson of Heart, and Joe Perry of Aerosmith for "Feel Like Makin’ Love." The song began with a brief technical glitch but continued smoothly afterward.
- Bryan Adams then led the performance of "Can’t Get Enough." Despite energetic renditions from Robinson and Adams, the vocals of original singer Paul Rodgers remain unmatched.
Paul Rodgers' Absence and Statement
“My hope was to be at the Rock & Rock Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and to perform for the fans, but at this time I have to prioritize my health. I have no problem singing, it’s the stress of everything else.”
Rodgers withdrew a week before the ceremony due to health issues.
Acknowledgments and Tributes
Following the performances, Simon Kirke accepted the award and honored Paul Rodgers as one of the greatest singers ever. He also paid tribute to the late Mick Ralphs, who passed earlier this year, and Boz Burrell, who died in 2006.
Summary
Bad Company's Hall of Fame induction highlighted their lasting influence and featured heartfelt tributes alongside dynamic performances by renowned artists honoring the band's legacy.