Bad Axe is a studio album by Son Seals, released through Alligator Records in 1984.

[8] The album was produced by Son Seals and Bruce Iglauer.

It was recorded at Streeterville Studios, in Chicago, Illinois.

[citation needed] Robert Christgau wrote that Seals "doesn't stand still—this time he's singing tenderly enough to bring off the self-servingly sentimental 'I Can Count on My Blues'.

"[3] The Globe and Mail thought that "Seals' marvellously sure-fingered lead runs and warm voice are in fine shape.