Rock Royalty Rolls Into Texas: George Thorogood Interview Ahead of Grand Prairie Show
- Bill Hernandez
- 9 hours ago
- 2 min read
Get ready to crank the volume and raise your glass—because I’ve got something special lined up for fans of gritty, unapologetic rock ‘n’ roll. I’ll be sitting down with none other than George Thorogood, the legendary frontman of George Thorogood & The Destroyers, ahead of their highly anticipated performance at the Texas Trust CU Theatre in Grand Prairie on Tuesday, August 26th.
This exclusive interview will dive into the heart of Thorogood’s five-decade career, his enduring love for blues-infused rock, and what keeps “The Baddest Show on Earth” roaring across stages worldwide.
A Legacy Carved in Riffs and Rebellion
George Thorogood didn’t just play rock—he weaponized it. Born in Wilmington, Delaware, Thorogood was inspired by blues greats like Elmore James and John Lee Hooker. After a brief stint in minor-league baseball, he traded the bat for a guitar and formed The Destroyers in the early 1970's.
Their self-titled debut dropped in 1977, but it was 1982’s Bad to the Bone that etched their name into rock history. That snarling riff and rebellious swagger became an anthem for misfits and mavericks everywhere. Over the years, the band has released 16 studio albums, sold over 15 million records, and played more than 8,000 shows.
From Move It On Over to I Drink Alone, their catalog is a masterclass in blues-rock bravado. They’ve shared stages with the Rolling Stones and AC/DC, and their relentless touring schedule has earned them a reputation as one of the hardest-working bands in the business.
Whether you’ve been following him since the vinyl days or just discovered his music through a movie soundtrack, this interview promises to be a deep cut into the soul of a rock legend.
Catch the Show
George Thorogood & The Destroyers will bring their high-octane energy to the Texas Trust CU Theatre on August 26th. Expect a night of foot-stomping, beer-raising, riff-driven rock that’ll shake the walls and stir your soul.
Here is the full interview. If you haven’t grabbed your tickets yet, what are you waiting for? This is one show you don’t want to miss.
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