George Thorogood and the Destroyers will bring their explosive blues-rock sound down under to Australia in April 2025. With a career spanning nearly 50 years and a reputation for delivering electrifying live shows, this tour promises to be nothing short of spectacular. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or new to their music, this is your chance to experience one of the most iconic acts in rock and roll history.
George Thorogood and the Destroyers
Known for their gritty guitar riffs and unforgettable hits. George Thorogood and the Destroyers have been lighting up stages around the world since 1976. Their massive catalogue of timeless classics includes tracks like “Bad to the Bone.” “I Drink Alone,” and “Move It on Over.”
With more than 15 million albums sold and countless sold-out shows, their music embodies the raw power and energy of rock and roll. The band’s unparalleled stage presence and tight musical chemistry make every live performance an unforgettable experience.
The Australian Tour
In April 2025, the band will embark on a short but unforgettable tour across Australia, hitting Melbourne, Hobart for headline performaces. Titled “The Baddest Show on Earth.” This tour promises to deliver all the adrenaline-pumping energy, soulful blues, and iconic anthems that have defined their legendary career. Also playing at Red Hot Summer Festival in April and May around the country with ZZ Top, The Living End and More. Also performating as support for the ZZ Top tour and performing at Bluesfest in Byron Bay NSW.
Tour Dates and Locations
21 April Monday: FORUM THEATRE, Naarm / Melbourne, VIC (18+) – Tickets at Ticketek.
23 April Wednesday: ODEON THEATRE, Nipaluna / Hobart, TAS (18+) – Tickets at Moshtix.
Festival Appeanaces
- 17-20 April (Friday 18 April), Bluesfest, Byron Event Farm, Arakwal / Byron Bay, NSW
- 26 April Saturday 12:30pm – Red Hot Summer, Bendigo Jockey Club, Dja Dja Wurrung / Bendigo, VIC (18+)
- 27 April Sunday – Red Hot Summer, Mornington Racecourse, Bunurong / Mornington, VIC (18+)
- 03 May Saturday – Red Hot Summer, Roche Estate, Pokolbin, Wonnarua / Hunter Valley, NSW (18+)
- 04 May Sunday – Red Hot Summer, Stuart Park, Dharawal / Wollongong, NSW (18+)
- 10 May Saturday – Red Hot Summer, Sandstone Point Hotel, Gubbi Gubbi / Sandstone Point, QLD (18+)
Check out the full lineup and ticket links on the Red Hot Summer 2025 Festival Page.
ZZ Top Supporting Shows
- 29 April Tuesday, AEC ARENA, Tarntanya / Adelaide, SA (All Ages)
- 01 May Thursday, Langley Park, Boorloo / Perth, WA (18+)
- 07 May Wednesday, Margaret Court Arena, Naarm / Melbourne, VIC
- 13 May Tuesday, ICC Sydney Theatre, Warrane / Sydney, NSW
- 17 May Saturday, SPARK ARENA, Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland, NZ
- 18 May Sunday, TSB ARENA, Te Whanganui-a-Tara / Wellington, NZ
Check out all the details and ticket links on the ZZ Top 2025 tour page.
Why You Shouldn’t Miss This
There’s nothing quite like seeing George Thorogood and the Destroyers live. Their high-energy shows, impeccable musicianship, and classic rock hits make for an unforgettable night. This tour is a rare opportunity to catch the band in Australia, and with such a limited number of dates, it’s guaranteed to be one of the hottest tickets of the year.
Expect a setlist packed with their biggest hits, a dynamic stage presence, and plenty of moments that will have you singing along and rocking out.
Grab Your Tickets Now
Tickets are on sale now. These shows will sell out fast, so don’t miss your chance to experience the “Baddest Show on Earth” in person.
Rock Legends in Australia
George Thorogood and the Destroyers 2025 tour is shaping up to be one of the most exciting live music events of the year. With only three Australian dates, fans in Melbourne, Hobart, and Byron Bay are in for an epic night of blues-rock mastery. Don’t miss your chance to witness one of rock and roll’s most iconic acts in full force.
Mark your calendars, grab your tickets, and get ready for an unforgettable night of music. See you at the show! Check out more information at the official George Throgood and the Destroyers website.
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