By: Jenafur Schlangen
March 9, 2025
Chicago, Illinois
If you walked into the House of Blues Chicago on March 9th, you probably left with a little extra swagger in your step, because George Thorogood & The Destroyers delivered a 100% Grade-A, blues-rock throwdown that reminded everyone why they’ve been doing this for 50 years.
From the second George strutted onto the stage with his signature black shades and bad-to-the-bone attitude, you could feel the energy in the room shift. It wasn’t just a concert…it was a celebration of rock ‘n’ roll grit, fueled by snarling guitar riffs, wailing sax solos, and Thorogood’s unmistakable growl.
At 74 years old, he still commands the stage (impressively) with unapologetic swagger. He’s not just playing songs, he’s owning them, chewing up every lyric and spitting it back with that signature growl. And the Destroyers? Tighter than ever. Jeff Simon (drums) and Billy Blough (bass) have been with him since the early days, and their chemistry is rock-solid. The addition of Jim Suhler on guitar and Buddy Leach on sax just adds even more firepower.
The House of Blues was the perfect venue, small enough to feel intimate but big enough for Thorogood’s larger-than-life presence to take over. The crowd was locked in from the first note, and George made sure no one left without feeling like they were part of something special. If you’ve ever wondered whether Thorogood still brings it live, let me save you the trouble…hell yes, he does. This wasn’t just a nostalgia trip; it was a full-throttle blues-rock barnburner that proved he’s still as bad to the bone as ever.
George Thorogood – OFFICIAL SITE
House of Blues (Chicago) – OFFICIAL SITE
