Starship with Mickey Thomas and Foghat Rock the Hanover Theatre Oct. 3
By-Hank Stolz
Photo by Hanny Naibaho on Unsplash
WORCESTER, MA– The Hanover Theatre in Worcester will be rocking on Friday, October 3rd, when Starship with Mickey Thomas headlines a special night of classic rock. Sharing the bill is legendary band Foghat, delivering their unmistakable sound to fans of all ages.
Hank Stolz caught up with Mickey Thomas, the unmistakable voice behind #1 hits like Jane and We Built This City. Thomas talked about his career with Starship and gave fans a preview of what they can expect from the band’s upcoming show in Worcester.
Also joining the conversation was Foghat’s founding drummer, Roger Earl, who shared colorful stories from more than five decades in rock and roll. Earl spoke about life on the road, memorable moments from touring alongside Starship, and the band’s enduring connection with its fans.
Foghat is also celebrating a milestone with the release of the 50th Anniversary Edition of their classic album Fool for the City. The special edition features not only the iconic tracks but also two previously unreleased live shows from the 1970s, making it a must-have for longtime fans.
With powerhouse performances from both Starship and Foghat, October 3rd promises to be a night of rock nostalgia and energy at the Hanover Theatre.
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