Holy Water (Bad Company album)

''Holy Water'' is the tenth studio album by the British-American hard rock band Bad Company. Released on October 22, 1990, by Atlantic Records, it marked a significant departure from the band's earlier, more blues-rock-oriented sound, incorporating a harder edge and a more contemporary production style. The album featured the band's original lineup of Paul Rodgers (vocals), Mick Ralphs (guitar), Boz Burrell (bass), and Simon Kirke (drums). However, while credited to the classic lineup, the album's production showcases a noticeably different style compared to their earlier works, reflecting changes in the prevailing musical landscape of the early 1990s.

The album's reception was mixed. While some critics praised the band's attempt to modernize their sound, others felt it lacked the raw energy and bluesy feel that characterized their earlier successes. Commercial performance was also relatively modest compared to their peak years, failing to achieve the same level of chart success as their previous albums. Despite this, "Holy Water" remains a part of Bad Company's discography and offers insight into the band's experimentation during a transitional period in their career. Notable tracks included on the album are often cited as showcasing the harder, more contemporary sound of the record. The album's impact on the band's overall legacy and contribution to the hard rock genre is a subject of ongoing discussion among music critics and fans.