The Bad Examples

Bio:

Just a little bit more than 20 years ago today that Ralph Covert taught The Bad Examples to play... ...and play... and record... and play some more In the 1990's there simply was no better or more popular original rockin' pop band in the clubs of the Great Lakes region than The Bad Examples who played the great songs of Ralph Covert night after night. Album after album received both critical acclaim and substantial radio airplay, which continues to this day. Their compact disc debut, Bad Is Beautiful, was named by Goldmine Magazine as one of the "50 Essential American Power Pop Albums of All-Time." Their signature anthem, "Not Dead Yet," proved prophetic as the sextet sounds better than ever with a three-guitar lineup and great harmonies. Their success also translated across the ocean where several albums and coinciding tours made them nearly a household name in Holland and the surrounding locales. Ralph Covert leads the band through a diverse original repertoire that includes indelible hooks in high-energy blazers and literate ballads woven with sublime melodies. These days the band doesn't play as often but can lay down a three-hour concert that leaves audiences still clamoring for more. The musicians in the ensemble have all played with Ralph for over a decade now and can easily be described as one of the best bands ever with their ability to deliver any song perfectly- and then push it into pop ecstasy. Indie label Waterdog Records has released over a dozen band and solo discs penned by Ralph Covert. This decade has also seen him create a sensation as a children's performer like ne'er before seen. Following six indie releases, Ralph’s World joined Disney Soundbut his ninth album has just been released by Bar/None Records. A new Bad Examples album, "Broken E Chord," has been recorded and a release date is being set soon.

Member Since:

March 03, 2009

Members:

Ralph Covert (vocals, guitar), Tom O'Brien (lead guitar), Steve Gerlach (lead guitar), Pickles Piekarski (bass), Larry Beers (drums).

Influences:

The Beatles, Crowded House, The Rutles, XTC, Squeeze, Elvis Costello, and The Who.

Sounds Like:

The Beatles, Crowded House, The Rutles, Paul McCartney (& Wings), and Squeeze.

Record Label:

Waterdog Records