George Thorogood Is Still Thoroughly Good

 I went to see George Thorogood at the Casino Ballroom in Hampton Beach, NH. My little review of it somehow got deleted, so I am writing it again. I am fairly certain that I deleted it, but there is no need to place blame anywhere. It is a shame because the first one I wrote was the greatest thing I have ever written. It was filled with knowledge and humor and punctuation. This one may not have much of any of that. Anyway, here it goes.


 George is 64 year old now. He and his band, the Delaware Destroyers, are celebrating their 40th anniversary. I can tell you that George can still bring it. His formula of searing guitar riffs, wailing saxophone and good time songs is still a hit, as evidenced by the nearly sold out crowd. He played all of his hits including "Bad to the Bone, I Drink Alone, One Bourbon One Scotch, One Beer, and Madison Blues." After the show there was an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting in the parking lot. On the way home, I listened to his "2120 South Michigan Ave" cd, which I believe is his latest studio release. (My research staff for this blog is pretty weak.) This cd from 2011, sounded pretty darn good. Special guests Buddy Guy and harmonica wizard Charlie Musselwhite are great additions to George's band. There are some songs on there that have a different style than your normal George recording. Perhaps you will want to check that out for yourself. Now I am not musical in any manner and enjoy George's guitar playing, but I never hear his name mentioned with the great Blues guitarists. Could he be underrated? Could there be jealousy to his crossover success in the world of Rock and Roll? I have no idea, just wanted to ask some questions.

 Tom Hambridge was the Opening Act for George. I had never heard of him before this night. Apparently, he is a big time songwriter and producer in addition to being a performer. He has worked with Susan Tedeschi, Delbert McClinton, Buddy Guy and a bunch of other famous folks. His brand of music fit in well as an introduction to George, as he also has some Bluesy, let the good time roll tunes. My favorite song of his was "Upside of Lonely" which hit me where I live. Tom was very entertaining.

Prior to the show, I went to the Sea Ketch right on the Boardwalk. If there is a better place to sit outside and enjoy the coastal atmosphere, I would be surprised. They have three beautiful decks and usually have a talented menstrual show to enjoy. I was joined by my friend Eric, who is a tremendous family man and window artist extraordinaire! It was his first time there and he didn't want to leave. Next time you are at Hampton you should drop in there. I suggest you try their world famous "Matador" drink while you are there. Do not have more than two however, or your day will certainly change.