When it comes to rock ‘n’ roll’s greatest tragedy, there’s really no contest. Badfinger — those power-pop pioneers and Beatles heir-apparents — take the sweepstakes every time.

Molland's first record with the group was 1970's No Dice, which included two of Badfinger's best-known tracks: "No Matter What" and "Without You," the latter of which became even more popular ...

Badfinger was best known for the late ’60s/early ’70s hits “No Matter What You Do,” “Day After Day,” “Come and Get It” and “Baby Blue.” Molland did not sing lead on the ...

Image Badfinger in about 1970. From left: Pete Ham, Tommy Evans, Mike Gibbins and Mr. Molland.Credit...via Getty Images The band — whose best-known lineup included the Welsh-born Pete Ham on ...

Badfinger fell apart amid legal issues and shady ... he was like everyone’s best friend. That’s the kind of guy he was.” ...