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January 25, 1985 - George Thorogood and the Destroyers Released Maverick

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On this day, January 25, 1985, George Thorogood and the Destroyers released their sixth studio album, Maverick. Known for their high-energy blues-rock sound, the album showcased the band’s signature style with gritty guitar riffs and Thorogood’s commanding vocals.

Maverick reached #31 on the Billboard 200 and included the hit single I Drink Alone, which became one of Thorogood’s most iconic tracks. The album also featured covers of classics like Willie and the Hand Jive and Crawling King Snake, paying homage to the band’s blues roots.

Fun Fact: George Thorogood and the Destroyers were known for their relentless touring schedule, famously performing 50 shows in all 50 states in just 50 days during their “50/50” tour in 1981.

Trivia Question: What is the name of George Thorogood’s 1982 hit that famously declares, “I’m bad to the bone”?
 
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