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CHEAP TRICK IN CONCERT:
More than four decades after their debut, hard rock titans Cheap Trick continue to possess the same energy and flair that made them an arena rock staple in the '70s. The band has enjoyed an unbroken run ever since their formation in 1973, and it's easy to see why — their chemistry on stage is undeniable, and they clearly have a blast as they treat fans to nostalgic performances of classics like "Surrender" and "The Flame." Back on the road in 2014 with fellow hard rockers Boston, Cheap Trick will bring their signature high-energy show to fans around the country on a string of highly anticipated dates.
BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:
Formed in Illinois in 1973, Cheap Trick recorded demos and toured throughout the Midwest before releasing their self-titled 1977 debut. The album failed to find an audience in the US, but it earned them a fan base in Europe and Japan, setting the stage for their future popularity stateside. While sophomore album In Color contained their highly regarded single "I Want You To Want Me," the band didn't make it onto the US charts until "Surrender" was released as the lead single of 1978's Heaven Tonight. By the early '80s the band was selling out arenas around the globe, achieving their most significant popularity in Japan, where enthusiasm over their tours reached Beatlemania-esque proportions. With more than four decades of hard-rocking live shows under their belts, Cheap Trick will bring plenty of veteran know-how with them on their upcoming tour.
FANS WHO BOUGHT TICKETS SAY:
"After 40 years of constant touring and albums, Cheap Trick still rocks! They put on an amazing show with lots of energy. They interacted with the audience and seem so accessible to the crowd."
"Real blast from the past. They haven't slowed down a bit and rocked the house."
"As always, Cheap Trick put on an awesome show. Robin Zander is the best lead singer on the planet & the playlist was great."
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What a band!! Robin Zander has one of the best voices in rock. The new drummer seems to be working out. And in the 90 degree heat, Rick kept his suit coat on and looked cool throughout the whole show. And Tom was all smiles. I hope these guys keep rockin till they fall over. It was a great show at a nice venue.
I thought that Squeeze put on a better show than Cheap Trick. The vocals were clearer and the sound wasn't as distorted. That being said, I can say that I was still impressed with both bands. They still sounded great and can clearly still play after being together for 35+ years each.
Obviously this is an odd pairing. I'm considering them co-headliners, given that Squeeze played just as long (maybe longer) than Cheap Trick. We went primarily to see Squeeze, but I like Cheap Trick, too -- Rick Nielson is a guitarist's guitarist. Squeeze played most of their biggest hits ("Annie Get Your Gun," "Black Coffee in Bed," "Cool for Cats," "Tempted"), fan favorites ("Up the Junction," "Is that Love?"), and a few deeper cuts ("When the Hangover Strikes"), then actually came back out for an encore of "Pulling Mussels from the Shell." Glenn Tilbrook still has an amazing voice, though he got a little raspy on a couple of high notes, and as you can see on a bunch of Youtube clips, he's an outstanding guitarist. In comparison, Cheap Trick seemed a little, well, old. Robin Zander needs a new look: men with that receded a hairline shouldn't be wearing a pony tail. Bun E. Carlos was not there (the drummer's name sounded like "Max Neilson -- Rick's son, maybe?). Tom Petersson barely registered. Rick showed he is still a great musician. But they seemed to be phoning it in. They barely played for 75 minutes, including the break before the one encore song. Also, I'm used to loud shows, but they had the volume turned up so high that the Mann Center's system couldn't handle it. The distortion was so bad that it took me about 30 seconds to recognize "Magical Mystery Tour."
Squeeze was fantastic!!! They rocked the Mann Center in Phila Friday Night!!! Difford & Tillbrook sound the same as they did 20 years ago. Nice to here Pulling mussels from a shell (encore). If you are any type of Squeeze fan you should see this show. Let me say, I'm also a Cheap Trick fan. But they were just too loud and the sound was a bit distorted. The guys put on a great show though. Had great seats (6th row Orchestra, although their isnt really a bad seat in the house at the Mann!) Almost caught a guitar pic.
Great to see Squeeze, they played most of the songs much like on the albums
Squeeze was much better than Cheap Trick. They played a nice variety of their hits (everything except "Another Nail for my Heart"), and Glenn Tilbrook still sounds great. Cheap Trick played some of their most forgettable songs, extending them in overblown guitar jams. Rick Nielson is still as entertaining as ever, and Robin still has a great voice. Unfortunately, they seem to think that playing louder will make them sound better. It was deafening. I eventually walked outside the seating area until they played a song I knew late in the show.
Cheap Trick was an awesome rock and roll experience. I love to see them and their music is great. I love this high energized show and they are a band that really delivers.
squeeze was off tune, was very hot, cheap trick played very good, but to loud, Mann has a very good acustic, is no need to use such power , it kills the music
Both bands were great! Sometimes when you go to see bands that have been around for a while you don't expect the songs to sound like they did years ago. Not with both of these bands! I was amazed at the sound of both. I think a few Cheap Trick songs even sounded better than the original. Great show!
Great show, the bands were awesome and had a great time!! Great crowd!
The amazing young lads in SQUEEZE put a show not to be forgotten for quite some time.... Glenns vocals were fab and Chris even did his "SEXY " dance!!! We didnt stay for Cheap Trick.... not much of a fan...i was there to see Squeeze....and i was not disappointed!!!
The play list was not the songs I wanted!! They did not play there big hits.
I have seen Cheap Trick many times. They were great as always!! Robin Zander has one of the best voices ever. A+++++++ performance
I was expecting more of their pop hits. They only played 3 or 4, it was very, very, disappointing. The people I went were also very disappointed. Perhaps the band is tired of playing them (their hits) but its what the fans want, and what we paid for. Never again.
Squeeze was delightful, even though the mix was not too good. It was a thrill for me to hear some of the songs live for the first time. Cheap Trick was WAY too loud! At times I couldn't distinguish the song, it was just massive noise coming through the P.A. system. Of course the inebriated beer chuggers cheered no matter what. The "show" aspect was good enough, Rick changing guitars about every song, decent light show, keyboardist helped fill in the missing harmonies and music but the volume was just way overboard! They surely can't be hearing what's coming out of the P.A. on stage. I blame the venue soundboard personnel rather than the band, but come on guys, you should be professional enough to avoid this wherever you are.
It was rather short. Squeeze didn't do an encore, and while I know bands hate playing their hits over and over, both bands left alot of their hits off the show to play their more obscure songs. Only go to this if you are a die hard fan and know their musc.
I finally got to see them in "my backyard" and it was amazing. Loved that they played songs I hadn't heard in awhile and this was my 15th show this year. Only knew 2 songs that Squeeze played but I did enjoy them.
With friend for a friends bday, and i just love both bands.
They only played 50 minutes, then came back out for Dream Police, that;s it.
Squeezxe was awesome. Wished they could have played for longer. Cheap Trick rocked it out too. Venue is convenient and comfortable...not a bad seat in the house!
