
Heiloo, Cultuurkoepel Heiloo
A Tribute to John Denver
Thank God I’m A Country Boy!
Thank God I’m A Country Boy! is the new show by Jimmy Duchateau, in which he places John Denver’s rich repertoire at the center. Known from the hit show Country Roads, he now returns to the stage with his band, presenting a program that goes beyond the big hits. Stories, memories, and music blend together in a heartfelt tribute.
Jimmy sings classics like Thank God I’m a Country Boy, Perhaps Love, and Calypso, but also surprises with lesser-known songs. “You can’t fake music – it has to be real.” That’s why he uses the original scores by Lee Holdridge, Denver’s own arranger.
25 years after his passing, Denver’s work still resonates with honesty and power. Jimmy feels a deep connection to his music and conveys it effortlessly. Thank God I’m A Country Boy! is a performance where music, emotion, and respect for the original come together.