Vintage Guitar magazine published a piece by Pete Prown that reviews Cheap Trick’s latest offering, noting the band’s continued vitality and the presence of both longtime members and their children on stage.
The record’s playful title underscores how the group, now in their 70s, can still deliver the same raw energy they displayed five decades ago. Frontman Robin Zander, bassist Tom Petersson, and guitarist Rick Nielsen all sound as sharp as ever, while Nielsen’s son Daxx handles the drums and Zander’s son adds guitar and backing vocals during the tour. Zander’s vocal performance, in particular, remains impressive for a 71‑year‑old singer.
Among the tracks, “The Best Thing” showcases Cheap Trick’s signature garage‑pop approach, turning a balladic feel into something weightier. The single “Twelve Gates” pays homage to the Beatles’ Revolution period, featuring a gritty 12‑string bass line from Petersson and a uniquely processed solo.
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