Rick Nielsen | |
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 Nielsen performing in February 2011 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Richard Alan Nielsen |
| Born | December 22, 1948[1] Elmhurst, Illinois, U.S.[2] |
| Genres | Rock, hard rock, power pop |
| Occupations | Musician, songwriter |
| Instrument(s) | Guitar, vocals |
| Years active | 1965–present |
| Website | cheaptrick |
Richard Alan Nielsen (born December 22, 1948) is an American musician best known as the lead guitarist, primary songwriter, and leader of the rock band Cheap Trick. He is well-known for his numerous custom-made guitars from Hamer Guitars, including his famous five-neck guitar.
- ^ Nielsen, Rick. "Rick Nielsen :: About". RickNielsen.com. Retrieved November 12, 2015.
- ^ Faioia, Ron (August 13, 2012). "Rockford Exhibit Celebrates Cheap Trick's Rick Nielsen". OnMilwaukee.com. Retrieved December 23, 2013.