Cheap Trick

Stereotypes can get annoying sometimes. If you live in Illinois, you know all too well that out-of-towners will always have the dying urge to ask, "Do you live in Chicago?"

Even though Nashville is considered Music City, that doesn't mean the rest of the U.S. states don't have legendary, famous bands!

When it comes to famous bands from Illinois, it really is a tough decision.

The Verve Pipe, who had a monster hit in 1996, 'The Freshman', re-worked some lyrics to Cheap Trick's song 'Surrender' to speak to anti-vaxxers.

It is well known in the Rock-n-Roll business that Cheap Trick's Rick Nielsen has one of the most sought-after guitar collections in the entire world.

It is very clear where the renovation inspiration for this two-bedroom rental came from. Big fans of the band that hails from Rockford, Illinois, Cheap Trick.

If you were mentioning these to someone who has never been to Rockford or ever heard of it, they may scratch their head in confusion.

It's always a good thing to read stories about Rockford, IL that are not about murder and crime rates

With the new deal, Zander says the wait won't be long for new music.

Cheap Trick's Rick Nielsen, besides being blessed with many musical talents, he's also blessed with a wonderful family, who's with him wherever he goes.