The Whiskey Made Me Do It

Zoo Freaks, get ready to groove with Anthony Gomes and his rollicking tune "The Whiskey Made Me Do It," a track that’s got the Zoo Crew spinning with delight at THE ZOO radio station. This song, from the 2018 album Peace, Love & Loud Guitars, is a humorous blues-rock romp that tells the tale of a wild night gone wrong, with whiskey as the cheeky culprit. In a 2021 Musixmatch breakdown, the lyrics are described as a playful take on irresponsibility, where the narrator blames booze for kissing his girlfriend’s sister, waking up on a car hood, and landing in jail. The song’s infectious energy got a fresh boost with a 2024 remix, which Gomes shared on SoundCloud, racking up streams for its punchy guitar riffs and tongue-in-cheek vibe.

The song’s popularity has sparked some buzz among fans online. On Reddit’s blues community, user Chebelea posted about Gomes’ performance of the track, earning upvotes from fellow blues lovers. Another post on r/RockTheSub by Apprehensive_Idea758 called it a must-hear for rock fans, showing how it resonates across genres. Gomes himself leaned into the song’s fun spirit, releasing an official lyric video in 2018 on YouTube, where he’s seen rocking out with his signature guitar flair. The track’s story of whiskey-fueled misadventures feels like a nod to classic blues storytelling, but with a modern, high-energy twist that’s perfect for the Zoo Crew’s eclectic playlist.

Anthony Gomes kicked off his musical journey in Toronto, Canada, born to a Portuguese father and a French-Canadian mother. As detailed in his AllMusic bio, he picked up the guitar in his early teens, drawn to blues legends like B.B. King, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and Buddy Guy, as well as rock icons like Jimi Hendrix and Eric Clapton. While honing his craft in Toronto’s blues bars, he also earned a Master’s Degree from the University of Toronto, studying the “Racial Evolution of Blues,” blending academic chops with raw talent. In the late ’90s, he moved to Chicago to dive deeper into the blues scene, briefly playing as a sideman for Magic Slim and the Teardrops before forming his own band. A pivotal moment came in 2005 when B.B. King’s bus driver caught Gomes’ fiery performance at a jam night, leading to an introduction to “The King” himself, who invited Gomes to open for a string of tour dates, cementing his rise in the blues world.

Gomes’ career has since soared, with 12 releases, a #1 spot on the Billboard Blues Chart, and millions of streams. His 2022 album High Voltage Blues, highlighted on The Robin, showcases his blend of blues soul and rock ‘n’ roll heart, earning praise from legends like B.B. King. You can catch up with him on his official website, where he also runs an online store with merch like T-shirts and hoodies. Follow his latest updates on Facebook, Instagram, and X, where he shares tour dates and behind-the-scenes moments. Fans also gather on the Anthony Gomes Official Fan Club on Facebook, a lively group for Zoo Freaks and blues buffs to connect and celebrate his music.