Squeeze & Cheap Trick July 18, 2010

With the perfect combination of Chris Difford's lyrics and Glenn Tilbrook's melodies, Squeeze created some of the most memorable and most loved songs of any generation of songwriters. Songs such as “Pulling Mussels (From a Shell),” “Tempted,” “Cool for Cats,” “Black Coffee in Bed,” and “Up the Junction” cemented their place as one of Britain’s most important bands in new-wave music.

Cheap Trick may be one of the most covered bands of all time. Since the 70s they’ve been blending elements of pop, punk and even metal in a way that is instantly catchy and recognizable. With timeless classics such as “I Want You to Want Me,” “Surrender,” and the late 80s lighter-waving favorite, “The Flame,” Cheap Trick are a musical institution.

With more than 5,000 performances, 20 million records sold, 29 movie soundtracks, and 40 gold and platinum recording awards, the band was honored in October 2007 by the Chicago Chapter of NARAS (National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences) for their contributions to the music industry. Their most current release, The Latest, has garnered glowing reviews worldwide and continues Cheap Trick’s
reign as power-pop progenitors as they celebrate their 35th anniversary together.