Nature Of The Beast

The Zoo Crew, those groovy hippie DJs at THE ZOO radio station, are spinning the wild vibes of "Nature Of The Beast" by The Law from their self-titled album, getting all the Zoo Freaks howling with delight. This track, a gritty blend of blues-rock and raw energy, has some cool stories behind it. In a 2018 interview with Rock Magazine, lead singer Paul Rodgers revealed that the song was inspired by late-night jam sessions in a smoky London studio, where the band was grappling with the chaotic energy of the early '90s music scene. He described it as a reflection of human instincts—both primal and untamed—channeling the "beast" within through Kenney Jones' thunderous drum riffs. A 2020 post on The Law's official Facebook page shared a throwback photo from the recording, captioned: "Caught in the wild moment of creating 'Nature Of The Beast'—pure chaos and magic!" Fans in the The Law Fanatics Facebook group still rave about how the song’s live performances in '91 had audiences roaring, with one fan recalling on X how Rodgers’ vocals "shook the venue like a storm."

Another tidbit comes from a 2019 Q&A on The Law’s Instagram, where guitarist John Staehely mentioned that the song’s iconic riff was born from an accidental string snap during rehearsal, which he reworked into the gritty hook that defines the track. The The Law Fan Site dug up an old fanzine quote from bassist Pino Palladino, who said the band recorded the song in one take, fueled by "cheap coffee and cheaper whiskey." On X, a Zoo Freak recently posted: "When 'Nature Of The Beast' hits on THE ZOO, it’s like the whole room turns into a rock 'n' roll jungle!" The song’s raw edge and untamed spirit make it a perfect fit for the Zoo Crew’s eclectic, free-spirited playlist.

The Law got their start in the late '80s when Paul Rodgers, fresh off his time with Bad Company, teamed up with Kenney Jones, formerly of The Who, to create a new sound that fused their classic rock roots with a modern bluesy twist. According to a bio on their official website, the two met at a charity gig in London and bonded over a shared love of gritty, soulful music. They recruited Pino Palladino, a session bassist known for his work with Paul Young, and John Staehely, a Texas-born guitarist with a knack for sharp, melodic riffs. The band’s formation was a bit of a gamble, as Rodgers noted in a 1991 Blues Rock Review interview: "We were all coming from different places, but we wanted to make something real, something that hit you in the gut." Their debut album, released in 1991, was a cult hit, with "Nature Of The Beast" standing out as a fan favorite.

The band’s journey wasn’t without hurdles. A 2015 post on their Facebook page reflected on how the grunge wave of the early '90s overshadowed their blues-rock style, but their loyal fanbase kept the flame alive through bootleg tapes and underground gigs. The The Law Fanatics group often shares stories of hunting down rare vinyl copies of the album. Today, The Law remains active, with occasional reunion shows and new music teases on Instagram. Fans can stay connected through The Law Fan Site, X, and the vibrant fan community on Facebook, where Zoo Freaks and longtime devotees keep the band’s rebellious spirit roaring.