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Cheap Trick is an American rock band from Rockford, Illinois, formed in 1973. As of 2016, the band currently consists of Robin Zander (vocals), Rick Nielsen (guitar), Tom Petersson (bass) and Daxx Nielsen (drums).Their biggest hits include 'Surrender', 'I Want You to Want Me', 'Dream Police' and 'The Flame'.
They have often been referred to in the Japanese press as the 'American Beatles'. In October 2007, the Illinois Senate passed a resolution designating April 1 as Cheap Trick Day in the state. The band was also ranked No. 25 in VH1's list of the 100 Greatest Artists of Hard Rock. In April 2016, the band was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Band members
Current members
Robin Zander – lead vocals, rhythm guitar, keyboards (1974–present)
Rick Nielsen – lead guitar, piano, backing vocals (1974–present)
Tom Petersson – bass, backing vocals (1974–1980, 1987–present)
Current touring members
Daxx Nielsen – drums (2010–present)
Former members
Bun E. Carlos – drums (1974–2010; one-off 2012, 2016)
Randy Hogan – lead vocals (1974)
Pete Comita – bass, backing vocals (1980–1981)
Jon Brant – bass, backing vocals (1981–1987, 2004–2005, 2007; one-off 1999)
Former touring musicians
Magic Cristian – keyboards, backing vocals (1982–1986, 2008–2011, 2013; one-off 2002, 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016)
Steve Walsh – keyboards, backing vocals (1985)
Tod Howarth – keyboards, backing vocals (1986–1987, 1990–1996, 2000, 2008; guest 1999)
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