Comments on: 8. Rick Nielsen http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/8-rick-nielsen/#utm_source=feed&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=feed Chicagoland's Free Music Monthly Magazine - In Print And Online Sun, 12 Feb 2012 04:12:54 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9 hourly 1 By: Schömer http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/8-rick-nielsen/comment-page-1/#comment-52976 Schömer Mon, 07 Jul 2008 08:29:08 +0000 http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/31/8-rick-nielsen/#comment-52976 Hello We are a Radiosender in Berlin, can we have a Promo cd from Cheaptrick. Thank you very with friendly greeting Eugen Schömer Promotion Dragonland-Radio Hello

We are a Radiosender in Berlin, can we have a Promo cd from Cheaptrick. Thank you very

with friendly greeting
Eugen Schömer
Promotion
Dragonland-Radio

]]> By: Jessica Stanton http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/8-rick-nielsen/comment-page-1/#comment-52388 Jessica Stanton Sat, 05 Jul 2008 15:21:05 +0000 http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/31/8-rick-nielsen/#comment-52388 I love Rick, and last night I was able to stand directly if front of him during the Manistee, Michigan concert. And to learn that he was actually self-taught, that really opened my eyes as to what I can acomplish as I slowly teach myself the guitar. I love Rick, and last night I was able to stand directly if front of him during the Manistee, Michigan concert. And to learn that he was actually self-taught, that really opened my eyes as to what I can acomplish as I slowly teach myself the guitar.

]]> By: Paddy http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/8-rick-nielsen/comment-page-1/#comment-51900 Paddy Fri, 04 Jul 2008 01:56:57 +0000 http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/31/8-rick-nielsen/#comment-51900 I like different guitarists for different things they do, but Rick has ALWAYS been my favorite showman. The guy never stops moving on stage, and never misses a note. I think Rick has always been undervalued in popular music, but if I can kick a quarter of the ass he does on stage when I am of his vintage, I would be a lucky man. I like different guitarists for different things they do, but Rick has ALWAYS been my favorite showman. The guy never stops moving on stage, and never misses a note. I think Rick has always been undervalued in popular music, but if I can kick a quarter of the ass he does on stage when I am of his vintage, I would be a lucky man.

]]> By: Paul Hamer http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/8-rick-nielsen/comment-page-1/#comment-49746 Paul Hamer Thu, 26 Jun 2008 17:01:42 +0000 http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/31/8-rick-nielsen/#comment-49746 The first time I saw Rick perform was at the Electric Theatre/Kinetic Playground in Chicago in the fall of 1968. He was great then and he is even better now. Congratulations Rick!!!!! The first time I saw Rick perform was at the Electric Theatre/Kinetic Playground in Chicago in the fall of 1968. He was great then and he is even better now. Congratulations Rick!!!!!

]]> By: Gene Duffy http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/8-rick-nielsen/comment-page-1/#comment-49742 Gene Duffy Thu, 26 Jun 2008 16:38:00 +0000 http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/31/8-rick-nielsen/#comment-49742 I owe Ricks dad around 20 bucks for the tamborine I heisted out of his music store in the summer of 67. I thought I was slick, but Im sure he saw me take it. I mean, how could our band (The Tyme) play Mr. Tamborine man without one...Anyways, where do I send the cash? I owe Ricks dad around 20 bucks for the tamborine I heisted out of his music store in the summer of 67. I thought I was slick, but Im sure he saw me take it. I mean, how could our band (The Tyme) play Mr. Tamborine man without one…Anyways, where do I send the cash?

]]> By: Mark Bohrer http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/8-rick-nielsen/comment-page-1/#comment-48529 Mark Bohrer Sun, 22 Jun 2008 21:13:52 +0000 http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/31/8-rick-nielsen/#comment-48529 Rick & Cheap Trick have been a huge inspiration to many many bands and aspiring guitarists, bassists, drummers & singers. Rick & Cheap Trick have been a huge inspiration to many many bands and aspiring guitarists, bassists, drummers & singers.

]]> By: Mike in Wisconsin http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/8-rick-nielsen/comment-page-1/#comment-45579 Mike in Wisconsin Wed, 11 Jun 2008 16:05:25 +0000 http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/31/8-rick-nielsen/#comment-45579 I've chatted with Rick several times back stage. I've seen Cheap Trick 64 times, it will be 65 in July. I'll never forget the time I got Rick and the band to sign my 1980 HAMER. Rick and Robin were laughing at the condition of the guitar case..UNTIL..I opened the case. Rick picked up my guitar and played it. He said it was one of his favorites, and loved the color. I have pictures and great memories. If Rick is #8 Illinois is truly blessed with some awesome guitar players. I’ve chatted with Rick several times back stage. I’ve seen Cheap Trick 64 times, it will be 65 in July.
I’ll never forget the time I got Rick and the band to sign my 1980 HAMER. Rick and Robin were laughing at the condition of the guitar case..UNTIL..I opened the case.
Rick picked up my guitar and played it. He said it was one of his favorites, and loved the color.
I have pictures and great memories.
If Rick is #8 Illinois is truly blessed with some awesome guitar players.

]]> By: David Engh http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/8-rick-nielsen/comment-page-1/#comment-45242 David Engh Tue, 10 Jun 2008 11:38:36 +0000 http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/31/8-rick-nielsen/#comment-45242 Ask people to name their favorite rock songs of all time and "Surrender" always pops into the conversation...Rick is a guitar god! He shouldn't be ranked with mortals. He seemingly does effortlessly what other players don't even attempt. Can't wait to see Rick, Tom, Robin, and Bun in July. I feel bad for Journey and Heart for following that show. Rick shreds, nuff said. Ask people to name their favorite rock songs of all time and “Surrender” always pops into the conversation…Rick is a guitar god! He shouldn’t be ranked with mortals. He seemingly does effortlessly what other players don’t even attempt. Can’t wait to see Rick, Tom, Robin, and Bun in July. I feel bad for Journey and Heart for following that show. Rick shreds, nuff said.

]]> By: Ely Martinez http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/8-rick-nielsen/comment-page-1/#comment-43954 Ely Martinez Thu, 05 Jun 2008 08:36:49 +0000 http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/31/8-rick-nielsen/#comment-43954 Rick Neilsen is an incredibly talented guitarist, musician, showman, and certainly a class act! I have seen Cheap Trick 9 times and they never fail to entertain. Rick Neilsen is everything that is Eddie Van Halen, David Lee Roth, Jimmy Page, The Beatles, Elvis and the Blues - all rolled up into one. Never one to be caught up in one's success... CT and Rick soldier on and continue to provide first class entertainment! I especially like the way he pays homage to those that came before him and made their mark. You know you've got something special when your asked to sit in with John Lennon. Rick Neilsen carries the spirit of John in him and he shares it with everyone. Rick is underrated, but he is Number 1 in my book! He will be recognized as such. And, I am sure that Guitar World will give him his dues and so will the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Rick Neilsen is an incredibly talented guitarist, musician, showman, and certainly a class act! I have seen Cheap Trick 9 times and they never fail to entertain. Rick Neilsen is everything that is Eddie Van Halen, David Lee Roth, Jimmy Page, The Beatles, Elvis and the Blues – all rolled up into one.

Never one to be caught up in one’s success… CT and Rick soldier on and continue to provide first class entertainment! I especially like the way he pays homage to those that came before him and made their mark. You know you’ve got something special when your asked to sit in with John Lennon. Rick Neilsen carries the spirit of John in him and he shares it with everyone.

Rick is underrated, but he is Number 1 in my book! He will be recognized as such. And, I am sure that Guitar World will give him his dues and so will the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

]]> By: jimmy G. ( s.florida) http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/8-rick-nielsen/comment-page-1/#comment-42345 jimmy G. ( s.florida) Thu, 29 May 2008 23:46:24 +0000 http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/31/8-rick-nielsen/#comment-42345 almost forgot, how do i get back stage! almost forgot, how do i get back stage!

]]> By: jimmy G. ( s.florida) http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/8-rick-nielsen/comment-page-1/#comment-42344 jimmy G. ( s.florida) Thu, 29 May 2008 23:44:31 +0000 http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/31/8-rick-nielsen/#comment-42344 Rick is an absolutey fabulous guitar player(i should know i play 2) seen them many times here in south florida and was absolutey blown away by his playing and acrobatics.he's one of my all time favorites, cant wait to see them steal the show here in west palm beach on 7/31 the whole band is great! IF U WANT MY VOTE, U GOT IT! lol, see you guys soon in west palm bch..Rock on!!! Rick is an absolutey fabulous guitar player(i should know i play 2) seen them many times here in south florida and was absolutey blown away by his playing and acrobatics.he’s one of my all time favorites, cant wait to see them steal the show here in west palm beach on 7/31 the whole band is great! IF U WANT MY VOTE, U GOT IT! lol, see you guys soon in west palm bch..Rock on!!!

]]> By: Penny Kilberry http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/8-rick-nielsen/comment-page-1/#comment-40396 Penny Kilberry Tue, 20 May 2008 21:38:08 +0000 http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/31/8-rick-nielsen/#comment-40396 I have been a fan for a long time and have seen the band several times. I recently purchased tickets for an upcoming concert in Chicago in September. Anyway, last week, coming home from vacation in Las Vegas, my husband and I saw Rick at the airport, and I asked him if I could take his picture. He was trying to get booked on a flight, and was obviously rushed (and probably stressed). Instead of waving me off (which he'd have every right to do), he said "in a minute", talked to the ticket agent, and then came back and graciously posed for a photo with me. This was the highlight of my vacation and the photo will always be a prized possession. Class act, indeed - he's a great guitarist and a down to earth, nice guy. I have been a fan for a long time and have seen the band several times. I recently purchased tickets for an upcoming concert in Chicago in September. Anyway, last week, coming home from vacation in Las Vegas, my husband and I saw Rick at the airport, and I asked him if I could take his picture. He was trying to get booked on a flight, and was obviously rushed (and probably stressed). Instead of waving me off (which he’d have every right to do), he said “in a minute”, talked to the ticket agent, and then came back and graciously posed for a photo with me. This was the highlight of my vacation and the photo will always be a prized possession. Class act, indeed – he’s a great guitarist and a down to earth, nice guy.

]]> By: Nick Sarich http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/8-rick-nielsen/comment-page-1/#comment-39418 Nick Sarich Thu, 15 May 2008 12:18:01 +0000 http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/31/8-rick-nielsen/#comment-39418 Rick in my eyes and ears should be recognized as one of the top guitarists in the World and most definitely one of the top 2 in Chicago. I used to work at Haymaker's to me and a lot of others the home of Cheap Trick in the 70's. Gee, felt like yesterday. The band might have the name of Cheap Trick but Rick is not Cheap in quality but also he can do a Trick when it comes to plucking those strings. Thanks for all those wonderful years........Nick Rick in my eyes and ears should be recognized as one of the top guitarists in the World and most definitely one of the top 2 in Chicago. I used to work at Haymaker’s to me and a lot of others the home of Cheap Trick in the 70’s. Gee, felt like yesterday. The band might have the name of Cheap Trick but Rick is not Cheap in quality but also he can do a Trick when it comes to plucking those strings. Thanks for all those wonderful years……..Nick

]]> By: Coach Watkins http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/8-rick-nielsen/comment-page-1/#comment-39068 Coach Watkins Tue, 13 May 2008 03:03:02 +0000 http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/31/8-rick-nielsen/#comment-39068 Rick is a first rate, high class person, as well as a great guitarist. His style and influence has and does have an effect to everyone that has ever heard a Cheap Trick song. I happen to run into him at the Charlotte Airport after they played the raceway. He sat and chatted with me, as if we were lifelong friends, asking me about my life, as I couldn't get enough about his. I've been honored to have seen Cheap Trick over 100 times in 11 different countries, and looking forward to seeing them with Journey and Heart this summer. Cheers to all Rick is a first rate, high class person, as well as a great guitarist. His style and influence has and does have an effect to everyone that has ever heard a Cheap Trick song.
I happen to run into him at the Charlotte Airport after they played the raceway. He sat and chatted with me, as if we were lifelong friends, asking me about my life, as I couldn’t get enough about his. I’ve been honored to have seen Cheap Trick over 100 times in 11 different countries, and looking forward to seeing them with Journey and Heart this summer. Cheers to all

]]> By: buz boote http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/8-rick-nielsen/comment-page-1/#comment-38879 buz boote Sun, 11 May 2008 19:29:03 +0000 http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/31/8-rick-nielsen/#comment-38879 Rick is the nicest smart-ass I've ever met. We're lucky that he's graced us with his presence. Cheap Trick is up there with The Beatles and Beach Boys in my book. Rick is the nicest smart-ass I’ve ever met. We’re lucky that he’s graced us with his presence. Cheap Trick is up there with The Beatles and Beach Boys in my book.

]]> By: JIM WESCOTT http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/8-rick-nielsen/comment-page-1/#comment-38614 JIM WESCOTT Sat, 10 May 2008 02:28:03 +0000 http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/31/8-rick-nielsen/#comment-38614 Cheap Trick day April 1st in RockFord!!!! Well glad to share that day with you guys! Its my B-day! Cheap Trick day April 1st in RockFord!!!! Well glad to share that day with you guys! Its my B-day!

]]> By: JIM WESCOTT http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/8-rick-nielsen/comment-page-1/#comment-38613 JIM WESCOTT Sat, 10 May 2008 02:16:17 +0000 http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/31/8-rick-nielsen/#comment-38613 Oh Ya .......... CHEAP TRICK ROCKS!!!!!!! Oh Ya ………. CHEAP TRICK ROCKS!!!!!!!

]]> By: JIM WESCOTT http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/8-rick-nielsen/comment-page-1/#comment-38612 JIM WESCOTT Sat, 10 May 2008 02:15:30 +0000 http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/31/8-rick-nielsen/#comment-38612 I need Rick to Check out my band!!!!!!!! www.bodragaz.com I need Rick to Check out my band!!!!!!!! http://www.bodragaz.com

]]> By: Brad C. http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/8-rick-nielsen/comment-page-1/#comment-38470 Brad C. Fri, 09 May 2008 03:24:47 +0000 http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/31/8-rick-nielsen/#comment-38470 Rick is most definitely one of the BEST guitarists in Rock music history! So under-rated it's not funny. Glad to see someone FINALLY realized it! RICK ROCKS! Rick is most definitely one of the BEST guitarists in Rock music history! So under-rated it’s not funny. Glad to see someone FINALLY realized it! RICK ROCKS!

]]> By: Richard Crouch http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/8-rick-nielsen/comment-page-1/#comment-38267 Richard Crouch Wed, 07 May 2008 21:37:34 +0000 http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/31/8-rick-nielsen/#comment-38267 He is number 1, when will the rest of the world wake up. Met him and Robin in 86 when they were recording 'The Doctor' in the UK. Rick is the best, always will be the best. Its been a great 30 years for me, roll on the next 30 with Rick and CT. He is number 1, when will the rest of the world wake up.
Met him and Robin in 86 when they were recording ‘The Doctor’ in the UK.
Rick is the best, always will be the best. Its been a great 30 years for me, roll on the next 30 with Rick and CT.

]]> By: Ryan from Rockford http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/8-rick-nielsen/comment-page-1/#comment-37802 Ryan from Rockford Sun, 04 May 2008 19:47:39 +0000 http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/31/8-rick-nielsen/#comment-37802 Being from Rockford, you might say that I am biased somewhat... however, after seeing these guys live over 100 times, they still rock like they're in their 20's again, and Rick is the ultimate showman. I can't wait to see them this Wednesday at the Hard Rock in Chicago. Keep rockin' Rick! Being from Rockford, you might say that I am biased somewhat… however, after seeing these guys live over 100 times, they still rock like they’re in their 20’s again, and Rick is the ultimate showman. I can’t wait to see them this Wednesday at the Hard Rock in Chicago. Keep rockin’ Rick!

]]> By: Rich Salzer http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/8-rick-nielsen/comment-page-1/#comment-37328 Rich Salzer Thu, 01 May 2008 18:16:28 +0000 http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/31/8-rick-nielsen/#comment-37328 Rick is the best period. It's too bad CT no longer has their best Bass player Jon Brant. Wake Up Cleveland! It's time to put these guys in the Rock 'n Roll Hall of Fame! Rick is the best period. It’s too bad
CT no longer has their best Bass player
Jon Brant. Wake Up Cleveland! It’s
time to put these guys in the Rock ‘n
Roll Hall of Fame!

]]> By: Rich Salzer http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/8-rick-nielsen/comment-page-1/#comment-37327 Rich Salzer Thu, 01 May 2008 18:14:43 +0000 http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/31/8-rick-nielsen/#comment-37327 Rick is the best ever, period. It's too bad they [CT] don't have their best Bass player [Jon Brant] anymore. Could have been MORE than contenders! I'll be at the show in Virginia Beach, VA on Aug. 12th. Y'all come on down, heah?! Rick is the best ever, period. It’s
too bad they [CT] don’t have their
best Bass player [Jon Brant] anymore.
Could have been MORE than contenders!
I’ll be at the show in Virginia Beach, VA
on Aug. 12th. Y’all come on down, heah?!

]]> By: James http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/8-rick-nielsen/comment-page-1/#comment-36873 James Tue, 29 Apr 2008 11:58:47 +0000 http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/31/8-rick-nielsen/#comment-36873 Rick is a very recognizable player in the world of music. His playing has been featured in movies and commercials. It is great to let Rick know that he is a respected player of rock guitar. He deserves it! Rick is a very recognizable player in the world of music.

His playing has been featured in movies and commercials.
It is great to let Rick know that he is a respected player of rock guitar. He deserves it!

]]> By: Luckyman327 http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/8-rick-nielsen/comment-page-1/#comment-36785 Luckyman327 Mon, 28 Apr 2008 21:39:15 +0000 http://illinoisentertainer.com/2008/03/31/8-rick-nielsen/#comment-36785 Rick is a Master Guitar Player. He doesn't just own 2000 guitars, He OWNS guitar Playing! He can probably play a cigar box with kite strings on it and still sound better than most people that make a living playing this instrument. I still can't believe the 5 neck animal that he plays on "Surrender"sometimes. How can he even lift it, let alone Torture it into sounding great. The greatest comparison is, "Rick just isn't hung like a horse, Horses are hung like Rick Neilsen Plays Guitar". Rick is a Master Guitar Player. He doesn’t just own 2000 guitars, He OWNS guitar Playing! He can probably play a cigar box with kite strings on it and still sound better than most people that make a living playing this instrument. I still can’t believe the 5 neck animal that he plays on “Surrender”sometimes. How can he even lift it, let alone Torture it into sounding great. The greatest comparison is, “Rick just isn’t hung like a horse, Horses are hung like Rick Neilsen Plays Guitar”.

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