UPDATE TO BELOW STORY....
The music world is paying tribute to founding Bad Company and Mott the Hoople guitarist Mick Ralphs, whose death at the age of 81 was announced Monday.
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Mick Ralphs, guitarist and founding member of both Mott the Hoople and Bad Company, has passed. Paul Rodgers, Ralphs' bandmate in Bad Company, posted on social media, "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 humor. 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." Ralphs was hospitalized with a stroke in 2016, officially retiring from performing at that point. According to a press release announcing his death, "Ralphs gave his final performance with Bad Company on Oct. 29, 2016, at London’s O2 Arena. Just days later, he suffered a debilitating stroke and remained bedridden until his passing." Ralphs was 81.
Bad Company will be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame this coming November.
Check out the original announcement about Mick's passing here from the band's official Facebook page.