Bad Company? More like Good Company: 10 from 6
Any classic rock lover will turn their head when they hear one of Bad Company’s greatest hits come on shuffle (or, more fittingly, the radio). That’s why, like any of the great rock bands of the ‘70s, Bad Company gave us 10 from 6 in 1985—a compilation of ten songs from the six albums the original band’s lineup produced from ’74 to ’82.
A supergroup formed in London, 1973, Bad Company was no stranger to the ever-changing vibe shift of 70s rock, and 10 from 6 showcases this evolution. The band members—all well-seasoned musicians from their own past bands—combine their talents in a masterclass of classic rock. The rhythm section provides a tight, head-bangable groove throughout the course of the album, thanks to Simon Kirke on drums and Boz Burrell on bass. Lead singer Paul Rodgers’ rich, emotive voice carries both alluring ballads and sing-along anthems, and Mick Ralphs’ guitar switches from growling, pulsating solos to edgy, rhythm-driving riffs.
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