A rare stereo soundboard recording of early Cheap Trick has just surfaced! Captured live on July 8, 1974, at the Stardust Club in Rockford, Illinois — the band’s hometown — this performance features the lineup before Robin Zander joined, with Randy “Xeno” Hogan on vocals, making it a truly rare and historic recording.
The performance showcases a raw, hard rock style that predates the band’s polished, pop-oriented sound following their official debut. At this early stage, original material was still limited, so the setlist includes a wide variety of cover songs that reflect the band's musical roots.
Highlights include The Rolling Stones' "Stupid Girl", Motown classics like "Dancing in the Street" and "Money", Led Zeppelin’s "Rock and Roll", and Janis Joplin’s "Move Over". With its gritty energy and stereo soundboard quality, this unearthed live recording offers a fascinating glimpse into the formative years of Cheap Trick — a must-hear for collectors and rock historians alike!
1. Feelin' Alright
2. Woman
3. Love-itis
4. Rock and Roll Queen
5. Stupid Girl
6. Dancing In The Streets
7. Daddy Should Have Stayed In High School
8. I Know
9. Down By The Bay
10. Rock and Roll
11. Move Over/12. Money
Live at the Stardust Club, Rockford, Illinois, USA, July 8, 1974
