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Mick Ralphs
1944 - 2025
Mick Ralphs
1944 - 2025
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1944
DIED
2025
Mick Ralphs Obituary
Mick Ralphs, guitarist and co-founder of classic rock bands Mott the Hoople and Bad Company, died in June 2025 at the age of 81 following a stroke suffered years before.
If Ralphs had only ever helped form Mott the Hoople, with whom he played on the classic David Bowie (1947–2016)-penned anthem "All the Young Dudes," he would have earned his place in music history for that alone. The year after leaving the group, however, Ralphs connected with Free singer Paul Rodgers and formed the supergroup Bad Company. This became an even bigger act, still heard on the radio today, thanks to classics like "Feel Like Makin' Love" and "Can't Get Enough," both of which Ralphs cowrote. His work creating these enduring hits earned his entry into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, with an induction ceremony planned for November 2025.
"My heart just hit the ground," Bad Company singer Paul Rodgers said in a statement by the band. "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."
By Eric San Juan
(Image: Brian Cooke/Redfern)
13 Entries
Wilmerio Calixto De Alterra
July 25, 2025
Great Guitar Player and Songwriter Humble Man. Rest in Peace with the Lord.
Daniel Bowles
July 9, 2025
I have idolized you as one of the greatest guitarists of all time! Long live Bad Company!
Otto Greenleaf
July 9, 2025
I have been listening to the guitar playing of Mick most of my life. From Mott The Hoople "Mott" to Bad Company(every album of theirs that he played on). He has been a constant. His guitar playing could be thunderous and it could be delicate. I've enjoyed all of it. Thanks for the great ride Mick and may you rest in peace.
Mick Ralphs, his guitar.
Absolutely.
My sincere condolences,
Otto Greenleaf
Norwood, Pa. USA
Esther C
July 6, 2025
Mick's family, I'm sending you love, hugs, and my deepest condolences . Losing someone special is never easy, but I hope you find comfort in knowing that Mick's music will live on forever .
To Mick, thank you for sharing your incredible talent with the world . Your lyrics were truly beautiful, and your music will continue to touch hearts and inspire souls
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Faithtobin
July 5, 2025
Dear Ralphs´s Family my condoelnces´s on the loss.he´ll surely be missed very much and may he rest in peace.best faith
Peter Garr
July 4, 2025
One of the greats thank you mick
Katherine Bell
July 4, 2025
The guys shone with their beautiful music that lit up the 1970s juke boxes with good feelings and gentle attitudes. Condolences to Mick's friends and family.
Angela
July 2, 2025
Prayers to the family, and friends during this time. What a talented man.
Karen Riggio
June 30, 2025
Rest well, Mick. My heart goes out to the Raphs family. You will be missed by so many.
Gregory Patton
June 29, 2025
Condolences to the Ralphs family and thanks to Mick for the Mott the Hoople and Bad Company memories. I was lucky enough to see both in the early 70s. Rest in peace as a future member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Larry Greenstein
June 26, 2025
My condolences to the Ralphs family, Mick gave us lots of great music memories
Mr. Jr.
June 26, 2025
My condolences.
Christopher G. Davis
June 25, 2025
Four major parts of my youth and adulthood in terms of sound have gone the way of all flesh since June 9, 2025: Sly Stone, Brian Wilson, Lou Christie and, now, as of June 23, 2025, Mick Ralphs. You are a very strong part of my youth and a strong part of my listening pleasures as an adult, even as an old man.
Mick, thanks for all you did as guitarist for Mott the Hoople and Bad Company, add songwriter and co-writer in so many cases. Condolences to your old band mates and to your family. I thank God for having you become a part of my own journey.
Chris Davis
Plano, Texas, USA
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