Heart and Squeeze

Born in Rockford, Illinois, Cheap Trick blends British pop with heavy metal and punk. Known for "The Flame" and "I Want You to Want Me," they achieved international fame with "At Budokan." Inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, they influenced '80s and '90s alt and metal bands. Despite challenges, they remain a timeless rock force.

Squeeze, formed in 1974 by Chris Difford and Glenn Tilbrook, is a British pop band famous for hits like "Tempted" and "Cool for Cats." Influenced by the Beatles and the Kinks, they earned acclaim with clever lyrics and catchy tunes, despite limited U.S. success. Known for albums like "East Side Story," their 1987 single "Hourglass" reached the U.S. Top 20. The band's core pairing was likened to Lennon and McCartney. Collaborations included Jools Holland and Elvis Costello, cementing their status as pop pioneers. Their compilation "Singles 45's and Under" went platinum.

Heart, formed by Ann and Nancy Wilson, is a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame-inducted band known for pioneering female-fronted rock. Selling over 35 million records, Heart boasts 4 Grammy nominations and a Hollywood Walk of Fame star. They influence rock, metal, hip-hop, and pop, with sampling by Eminem and covers by Céline Dion.