Thunder By The Bay Announces New Headline Act for Opening Night

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Suncoast Charities for Children, organizer of the 29th Annual Thunder By The Bay Music & Motors Festival, is excited to announce George Thorogood & The Destroyers – The Baddest Show On Earth as the new headline act for opening night on Friday, February 19, at the Sarasota Fairgrounds. The announcement follows the unexpected cancellation of all of Cheap Trick’s 2027 concert dates, along with the band's announcement of an indefinite break from touring after five decades on the road. General admission, Party Pit and VIP tickets are on sale now at discounted prices through December 31. For tickets and complete festival information, visit Thunderbythebay.org

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