Morristown is about to feel the raw energy of classic rock when George Thorogood & The Destroyers take the stage at the Mayo Performing Arts Center on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at 7:30 PM. Known for their hard-hitting guitar riffs and gritty blues-infused rock, the band has spent over fifty years defining what it means to deliver a live rock show that audiences will never forget.
Opening the night will be Canyon Lights, setting the stage for an electrifying evening of high-energy music. With limited tickets remaining, fans are encouraged to secure their spot for what promises to be a one-of-a-kind New Jersey concert experience.
This tour, billed as “The Baddest Show On Earth,” celebrates more than 50 years of Thorogood and The Destroyers shaping rock & roll history. With over 8,000 live shows and 15 million albums sold, the band’s catalog includes legendary hits like Get A Haircut, I Drink Alone, One Bourbon, One Scotch, One Beer, Move It On Over, and the ultimate rock anthem, Bad To The Bone, which marked its 40th anniversary in 2022.
Over the past year alone, the band has been recognized by The Recording Academy’s GRAMMY Museum and The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s Legends of Rock exhibit. Thorogood himself became the first entertainer to receive The University of Delaware’s Medal of Distinction, honoring his cultural contributions, and even saw a campus passageway renamed “Thorogood Alley” in tribute to his debut performance there in 1973.
George Thorogood & The Destroyers are celebrated as “one of the most iconic bands in rock history,” known for combining blues, country, and R&B into a signature rock sound. Alongside longtime members Jeff Simon (drums), Bill Blough (bass), Jim Suhler (guitar), and Buddy Leach (saxophone), the band has delivered performances across five decades that consistently thrill audiences. Their ability to reinvent classics while staying true to the roots of rock & roll has earned accolades including induction into the Mississippi Music Project Hall of Fame and the B.B. King Award from the Montreal International Jazz Festival.
The band’s live shows are renowned for their raw energy and audience connection. From opening for Muddy Waters to sharing stadium stages with The Rolling Stones, from Live Aid to SNL performances, and world tours spanning Europe, Australia, and beyond, Thorogood & The Destroyers have consistently delivered unforgettable experiences for rock fans. Their recorded catalog, including the 2017 solo album Party Of One, George Thorogood & The Destroyers Live In Boston 1982: The Complete Concert (2020), and 2022’s The Original George Thorogood, continues to reach new listeners while keeping longtime fans engaged.
Beyond the music, Thorogood & The Destroyers have long championed humanitarian causes. The band partners with organizations like The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Musically Fed to support veterans and the food insecure, and The Marla Thorogood Memorial Fund For Ovarian Cancer Research. George Thorogood reflects on this work, noting, “Music can be a kind of salvation. As long as there’s a time to rock and a time to give back, we’ll keep making a difference wherever we can.”
The Baddest Show On Earth Tour promises the full force of five decades of drum-bashing, bass-pounding, sax-wailing, and monster guitar energy, with Thorogood as the charismatic ringmaster of a rock & roll circus. As he puts it, “We’re a musical high-wire act that works without a net. We’ll be bringing all the danger, thrills, and fun that our audiences can handle. Because that’s what great rock & roll is all about.”
Fans can listen to the band’s live performances on Live Jam, where every track is a live recording, capturing the energy and spontaneity of Thorogood & The Destroyers in concert. For official merchandise, including shirts, hats, and collectibles from the tour, visit The Merch Stand at The Vending Lot. Click here for more information about the show.
George Thorogood & The Destroyers are set to make Morristown roar with the unmistakable sound of authentic, high-octane rock & roll. Whether you’ve followed them for decades or are discovering their music for the first time, this is a night New Jersey music lovers will not want to miss.
Ticket Information
Tickets for this highly anticipated event are available now. Prices range from $58 to $110, offering options for various preferences. Given the band’s enduring popularity and the venue’s seating capacity, tickets are expected to sell out quickly. For more details and to purchase tickets, visit the official MPAC event page. secure.mayoarts.org
Venue Details
The Mayo Performing Arts Center is located at 100 South Street, Morristown, NJ 07960. With its state-of-the-art acoustics and intimate setting, MPAC provides an ideal environment to experience the raw energy of George Thorogood & The Destroyers live in concert.
Merchandise and More
For fans looking to take a piece of the concert home, official merchandise is available through The Vending Lot. From apparel to collectibles, there’s something for every fan to commemorate this legendary event.
Don’t Miss Out
This is more than just a concert; it’s a celebration of rock and roll history. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to their music, George Thorogood & The Destroyers’ performance at MPAC is an event you won’t want to miss. Secure your tickets today and be part of rock and roll history.
