Cheap Trick is one of the great American bands. The new book, "This Band Has No Past: How Cheap Trick Became Cheap Trick" by Brian Kramp details their history from the very beginning up to their breakthrough album, "Cheap Trick At Budokan". It's an incredible story of hard work & dedication. On this edition, Brian joins me to discuss 5 songs that reveal how unique and special Cheap Trick was in their early years. If you only know this band from their hits, this episode is a good introduction to what makes Cheap Trick Cheap Trick.

Besides being an author, Brian Kramp is the host of the "Rock And/Or Roll" podcast, one of my all-time favorite podcasts-- an absolute must-listen for every music junkie. Check it out.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices