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Rock Legend Rick Nielsen of Cheap Trick Auctions Off Massive Guitar Collection for a Good Cause

Rick Nielsen of Cheap Trick is auctioning off some of his vast guitar collection, with a portion of the proceeds going to St. Jude’s.

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Cheap Trick’s Rick Nielsen is finally letting go of some of his extensive guitar collection. It includes some of the most unique designs in rock history, for which he is known. In the 1970s, he often wore multiple guitars at once as part of his eccentric, energetic stage presence. It’s what made Cheap Trick one of the most standout rock acts of the 70s and 80s.

No one else did it quite like Rick Nielsen. He sported short hair, a goofy ball cap, hand-knitted sweaters, checkered patterns, and played every guitar imaginable. His stage antics were those of a cartoon character. He never remained in one place, jumping and running around throughout the performance. Fans praised these power pop pioneers, who successfully took their unconventional antics into the mainstream in the late 70s.

On Monday, September 28, 2026, Rick........

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