George Thorogood

The Profile

American blues‑rock guitarist and singer, leader of George Thorogood & the Destroyers, known for energetic live shows and the hit "Bad to the Bone". Born 1950 in Wilmington, Delaware.

Regularly accompanied by The Destroyers: Jeff Simon (drums), Bill Blough (bass) and Hank Carter (sax). Mixes covers of blues classics with original songs; breakthrough hit "Bad to the Bone". Debut album released in 1977; active since the late 1970s.

A single DeBaser review praises George Thorogood's torrential, high-energy blues-rock and live presence. The review highlights his mix of covers and originals, and the enduring fame of "Bad to the Bone". Regular collaborators named include Jeff Simon (drums), Bill Blough (bass) and Hank Carter (sax).