BAD COMPANY guitarist MICK RALPHS recovering from stroke

07 November 2016

According to the UK's Express, is reporting that BAD COMPANY guitarist and co-founder Mick Ralphs is in hospital and recovering from a stroke. The following official statement was issued:

"Following the Bad Company UK tour that wound up last Saturday at London's 02 Arena, the family and representatives of the band's co-founder, guitarist and songwriter Mick Ralphs are sad to announce that Mick has suffered a stroke. Mick is receiving excellent medical care and is recovering in hospital, although all his public engagements are necessarily on hold, pending his improvement. Everyone is wishing Mick a speedy recovery, and further news will be announced at the appropriate time."

BAD COMPANY kicked off the Swan Song Tour with a gig in 3Arena in Dublin, Ireland on October 14th. N. I. Rocks was in attendance and shot performance footage of four classic BAD COMPANY tracks and the new song, 'Troubleshooter'.

The line-up included founding members vocalist Paul Rodgers, guitarist Mick Ralphs and drummer Simon Kirke, rounded out by Howard Leese on guitar and Todd Ronning on bass.

"Returning to the UK with BAD COMPANY where it all began 40 plus years ago is full circle for the band and the fans. It’s always a pleasure to play in the UK," remarked Paul Rodgers.

“So looking forward to be playing in the UK for all our great fans-- gonna be great!" Mick Ralphs added.