For a Little Ride

The Zoo Crew is spinning For a Little Ride by The Law, a high-energy track from their 1991 self-titled album, perfect for the Zoo Freaks tuning in. This song, with its bluesy rock swagger, showcases the short-lived but potent collaboration between Paul Rodgers, formerly of Free and Bad Company, and Kenny Jones, the drummer from The Who and Small Faces. In a 1991 interview with Kerrang!, Rodgers described the song as a "free-spirited anthem about hitting the road and chasing freedom," inspired by his love for classic cars and open highways. He mentioned that the riff came to him while jamming in a studio in London, with Jones laying down a driving beat that "felt like a V8 engine roaring to life." The track’s infectious groove and Rodgers’ soulful vocals made it a standout, though it didn’t chart as highly as hoped, peaking at #33 on the UK Singles Chart.

Interestingly, the recording process for For a Little Ride had its quirks. In a rare 2010 Q&A posted on a now-archived fan forum, Bad Company Fan Forum, Rodgers recalled that the band recorded the song in a single take at AIR Studios, but a power surge caused a brief blackout mid-session. The engineer managed to save the take, and the band kept it for its raw energy, believing it captured their live chemistry. On social media, particularly in posts from the early 2010s on Paul Rodgers’ official Facebook, fans have shared stories of hearing the song live during The Law’s brief 1991 tour, noting how Rodgers would dedicate it to "anyone who’s ever felt the call of the open road." While The Law’s official X account is largely inactive, fans occasionally resurface old promotional photos from the era, showing Rodgers and Jones grinning beside a vintage Mustang, tying into the song’s road-trip vibe.

The Law was formed when Paul Rodgers and Kenny Jones crossed paths in 1989 at a charity event in London. According to Rodgers’ biography on his official website, the two bonded over their shared love of classic rock and soul, deciding to form a band that blended their influences. Rodgers, already a rock legend from his work with Free and Bad Company, was looking for a fresh project after a solo stint, while Jones, who’d just left The Who, wanted to explore new creative avenues. They recruited young guitarist John Young and bassist Pino Palladino, crafting a sound that merged Rodgers’ gritty vocals with Jones’ tight rhythms. The band’s formation was spontaneous, with Rodgers noting in a 1992 Rolling Stone interview that "it was less about planning and more about feeling the music." Despite critical praise, The Law disbanded after one album due to label pressures and scheduling conflicts, but their lone record remains a cult favorite among rock fans.

Paul Rodgers, the driving force behind The Law, began his career in the 1960s as a teenager in Middlesbrough, England. Per his website bio, he started singing in local pubs, inspired by blues icons like Muddy Waters and soul singers like Otis Redding. By 1968, he co-founded Free, whose hit All Right Now catapulted him to fame. After Free’s breakup, Rodgers formed Bad Company, cementing his status as a rock vocal powerhouse. His journey reflects a relentless passion for music, as he’s noted on his Instagram, where he shares throwback photos and stories from his early days. The Law was a brief chapter, but it highlighted his ability to reinvent himself while staying true to his roots.

For fans wanting to dive deeper, The Law doesn’t have an official website, but Paul Rodgers’ site includes details on his projects, including The Law. His Facebook and Instagram accounts are active, with occasional nods to The Law’s legacy, like a 2021 post celebrating the album’s 30th anniversary. Kenny Jones’ Facebook also shares updates, though less frequently. On X, The Law’s account is dormant but still viewable for old posts. Fan communities thrive in places like the Paul Rodgers Fan Group on Facebook, where members swap stories and rare live recordings of The Law. Another fan hub, Bad Company’s official site, occasionally references The Law in its forums, with Zoo Freaks likely to find fellow enthusiasts sharing vinyl rips of For a Little Ride.