Appearance
The appearance of Nielsen on stage was influenced by Huntz Hall of The Bowery Boys; Nielsen wears a flipped up old style ball cap, Nielsen's face resembles Huntz Hall, and some of Nielsen's on-stage antics have been compared to Hall as well.
Nielsen's use of the black and white checkerboard motif on his clothing was in line with the use in other parts of pop culture, including Checkerboard Vans sneakers, that feature in the 1982 movie Fast Times at Ridgemont High.
On April 23, 2012, Rick Nielsen and the Board of the Burpee Museum of Natural History in Rockford, Illinois, unveiled plans for Rick's Picks, an exhibit that tells the story of Rick's passions for guitars, music and rock & roll. Visitors will be able to see a collection of Rick's guitars, personal items, stage clothing and Cheap Trick memorabilia. The exhibit is set to open August 11, 2012.
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