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Music Appreciation

ProfessorGAC

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5. Cheap Trick Operated Out Of Rockford For Decades

Reply to Harker (Reply #3)

Thu Aug 7, 2025, 05:05 PM

Aug 7

Rick still lives there. That's only around 70 miles from Rockford. So, he's been an Illinois boy his while life.
We opened for them in the early to mid 80s. I'd say 1983, but that might not be it.
Four nicer guys, you will not meet. Tom Peterson seemed shy, but still friendly. The other guys were nice, supportive & funny.

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Been a Rod fan since forever. Lyrics to this song are a bit creepy though. Still a good one. twodogsbarking Aug 7 #1

My Wife's Friend Is Going To See Rod... ProfessorGAC Aug 7 #2

I just found out via Wikipedia that Rick Nielsen was born in Elmhurst. Harker Aug 7 #3

Cheap Trick Operated Out Of Rockford For Decades ProfessorGAC Aug 7 #5

That's fun, Professor. Harker Aug 7 #6

If you have grey hair and go to see a group that appeals to the college crowd they assume you are an usher. twodogsbarking Aug 7 #4