Tom Rampton, 78, passed away on August 7, 2023, following several years of dementia and a series of strokes. Most recently he had been living at the Veterans’ Community Living
Welcome to Seven in Seven, where each Thursday in this space we would typically take a look at concerts coming to the region over the next week. With most shows on hold due to the pandemic, hereâs a look at seven of the best albums being released April 9:
Cheap Trick â In Another World
Since the mid- 70s, Cheap Trick has been an indisputable American institution, beloved around the globe for their instantly identifiable, hugely influential brand of pop-rock n roll. They keep that trend rolling on album No. 20, In Another World, delivering oversized hooks, mischievous lyrics and seemingly unstoppable energy. Trademark anthems are countered by more introspective â but no less exuberant â considerations of times past, present and future on the LP. It fully showcases the band at its most eclectic, touching on a myriad of distinct sounds and song approaches, from the swampy Chicago blues number âFinal Daysâ to a timely rendition of John Lennonâ�