The List of Cheap Trick Albums in Order of Release Date

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The discography of Cheap Trick includes Twenty One (21) studio albums, 8 live albums, 17 compilation albums, 4 extended plays, and 66 singles.

The List of  Cheap Trick Albums in Order of Release Date

Here is the list of Cheap Trick Album in Order of Release Date

1. Cheap Trick — February 3, 1977
2. In Color — September 1977
3. Heaven Tonight — April 24, 1978
4. Dream Police — September 21, 1979
5. All Shook Up — October 24, 1980
6. One on One — April 30, 1982
7. Next Position Please — August 15, 1983
8. Standing on the Edge — July 19, 1985
9. The Doctor — November 1986
10. Lap of Luxury — April 12, 1988
11. Busted — June 27, 1990
12. Woke Up with a Monster — March 22, 1994
13. Cheap Trick — April 29, 1997
14. Special One — July 22, 2003
15. Rockford — June 6, 2006
16. The Latest — June 23, 2009
17. Bang, Zoom, Crazy… Hello — April 1, 2016
18. We’re All Alright! — June 16, 2017
19. Christmas Christmas — October 20, 2017
20. In Another World — April 9, 2021
21. All Washed Up — November 14, 2025

All Cheap Trick Albums List in Order

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1. Cheap Trick (1977)

Tracks

1. Elo Kiddies
2. Daddy Should Have Stayed in High School
3. Taxman, Mr. Thief
4. Cry, Cry
5. Oh, Candy
6. Hot Love
7. Speak Now or Forever Hold Your Peace
8. He’s a Whore
9. Mandocello
10. The Ballad of TV Violence (I’m Not the Only Boy)

“Cheap Trick” marks the debut studio album of the American rock band Cheap Trick, released in 1977 under Epic Records. Produced by Jack Douglas, a frequent collaborator, it didn’t initially chart on the Billboard 200 but briefly appeared “bubbling under” at number 207 for one week in April 1977. Despite its modest chart performance, the album laid the foundation for Cheap Trick’s iconic sound, blending elements of rock and pop. It showcased the band’s raw energy and melodic sensibility, setting the stage for their subsequent rise to fame with future releases.

2. In Color (1977)

Tracks

1. Hello There
2. Big Eyes
3. Downed
4. I Want You to Want Me
5. You’re All Talk
6. Oh Caroline
7. Clock Strikes Ten
8. Southern Girls
9. Come On, Come On
10. So Good to See You

“In Color,” Cheap Trick’s second studio album, released in 1977 and produced by Tom Werman, is a seminal work in the power pop genre. Regarded as a classic, the album earned the No. 4 spot on Shake Some Action: The Ultimate Power Pop Guide. In 2003, Rolling Stone magazine ranked it 443rd on their list of the 500 greatest albums of all time. The lead single, “I Want You to Want Me,” initially overlooked, became a top 10 hit in its live version from the “Cheap Trick at Budokan” album, solidifying its place as the band’s signature song.

3. Heaven Tonight (1978)

Tracks

1. Surrender
2. On Top of the World
3. California Man
4. High Roller
5. Auf Wiedersehen
6. Takin’ Me Back
7. On the Radio
8. Heaven Tonight
9. Stiff Competition
10. How Are You
11. Oh Claire

“Heaven Tonight” is Cheap Trick’s third studio album, produced by Tom Werman and released in 1978. Remastered with bonus tracks in 1998, the album cover features Robin Zander and Tom Petersson on the front, Rick Nielsen and Bun E. Carlos on the back. Considered their best by fans and critics, it blends their debut’s darkness with “In Color”‘s pop, creating a hook-filled pop-rock album. Hits include “Surrender”, “Auf Wiedersehen”, the title track, and a cover of the Move’s “California Man”. Notably, it was the first album recorded with a 12-string electric bass.

4. Dream Police (1979)

Tracks

1. Dream Police
2. Way of the World
3. The House Is Rockin’ (With Domestic Problems)
4. Gonna Raise Hell
5. I’ll Be with You Tonight
6. Voices
7. Writing on the Wall
8. I Know What I Want
9. Need Your Love

“Dream Police,” Cheap Trick’s fourth studio album, was released in 1979 and marked their third consecutive collaboration with producer Tom Werman. This album proved to be their most commercially successful, peaking at No. 6 on the Billboard 200 chart and achieving platinum certification within months of its release. The album’s title track and singles like “Voices” and “Way of the World” showcased the band’s versatility and solidified their reputation for delivering catchy, guitar-driven rock. “Dream Police” remains a standout in Cheap Trick’s discography, demonstrating their ability to blend power pop hooks with hard rock sensibilities to create an enduring classic.

5. All Shook Up (1980)

Tracks

1. Stop This Game
2. Just Got Back
3. Baby Loves to Rock
4. Can’t Stop It but I’m Gonna Try
5. World’s Greatest Lover
6. High Priest of Rhythmic Noise
7. Love Comes A-Tumblin’ Down
8. I Love You Honey but I Hate Your Friends
9. Go for the Throat (Use Your Own Imagination)
10. Who D’King

“All Shook Up” is the fifth studio album by American rock band Cheap Trick, released in 1980. Produced by the legendary George Martin, known for his work with The Beatles, the album marked a departure as it was the band’s first studio album not produced by Tom Werman. With its release, Cheap Trick continued to push boundaries, blending their signature rock sound with new wave and pop elements. The album features hits like “Stop This Game” and “World’s Greatest Lover,” showcasing the band’s versatility and cementing their status as rock innovators.

6. One on One (1982)

Tracks

1. I Want You
2. One on One
3. If You Want My Love
4. Oo La La La
5. Lookin’ Out for Number One
6. She’s Tight
7. Time Is Runnin
8. Saturday at Midnight
9. Love’s Got a Hold on Me
10. I Want Be Man
11. Four Letter Word

“One on One” stands as Cheap Trick’s sixth studio album and seventh release overall. Produced by Roy Thomas Baker, this 1982 Epic Records offering marked a significant milestone as the band’s first album to showcase their new bassist, Jon Brant. With its release, Cheap Trick continued to captivate audiences with their signature blend of rock influences, further solidifying their status as musical trailblazers. The album’s tracks, including standout singles like “If You Want My Love” and “She’s Tight,” exemplify the band’s ability to evolve while staying true to their rock roots, ensuring “One on One” remains a memorable chapter in Cheap Trick’s storied career.

7. Next Position Please (1983)

Tracks

1. I Can’t Take It
2. Borderline
3. I Don’t Love Here Anymore
4. Next Position Please
5. Younger Girls
6. Dancing the Night Away
7. You Talk Too Much
8. 3-D
9. You Say Jump
10. Y.O.Y.O.Y.
11. Won’t Take No for an Answer
12. Heaven’s Falling
13. Invaders of the Heart
14. Don’t Make Our Love a Crime

“Next Position Please” is Cheap Trick’s seventh studio album, produced by Todd Rundgren and released in 1983. The title track was originally demoed for their 1979 album “Dream Police,” with each band member singing a verse. However, it remained unreleased until “Next Position Please.” The album features a re-recorded version of the song with lead singer Robin Zander as the sole vocalist. Despite Rundgren’s production, the album received mixed reviews and achieved modest commercial success. Nevertheless, “Next Position Please” remains an interesting chapter in Cheap Trick’s discography, showcasing their willingness to experiment with new sounds and styles.

8. Standing on the Edge (1985)

 

Tracks

1. Little Sister
2. Tonight It’s You
3. She’s Got Motion
4. Love Comes
5. How About You
6. Standing on the Edge
7. This Time Around
8. Rock All Night
9. Cover Girl
10. Wild Wild Women

“Standing on the Edge” is Cheap Trick’s eighth studio album, released by Epic in 1985 and produced by Jack Douglas, known for his work on the band’s debut album. The album peaked at No. 35 on the Billboard 200 and stayed on the charts for 18 weeks. It showcases the band’s evolving sound, blending rock with elements of pop and new wave. The album’s tracks, including “Tonight It’s You” and “This Time Around,” demonstrate Cheap Trick’s versatility and musical maturity. “Standing on the Edge” stands as a testament to the band’s enduring creativity and ability to adapt to changing musical landscapes.

9. The Doctor (1986)

Tracks

1. It’s Up to You
2. Rearview Mirror Romance
3. The Doctor
4. Are You Lonely Tonight?
5. of the Game
6. Kiss Me Red
7. Take Me to the Top
8. Good Girls Go to Heaven (Bad Girls Go Everywhere)
9. Man-U-Lip-U-Lator
10. It’s Only Love

“The Doctor,” Cheap Trick’s ninth studio album, hit the shelves in 1986, produced by Tony Platt. Despite the band’s longstanding popularity, the album reached a modest No. 115 on the Billboard 200 Chart. Featuring a mix of rock and pop tracks, “The Doctor” showcased Cheap Trick’s signature sound and musical versatility. While it may not have achieved the same commercial success as some of their earlier works, the album remains a notable part of Cheap Trick’s discography, reflecting their continued dedication to producing quality music for their fans.

10. Lap of Luxury (1988)

 

Tracks

1. Let Go
2. No Mercy
3. The Flame
4. Space
5. Never Had a Lot to Lose
6. Don’t Be Cruel
7. Wrong Side of Love
8. All We Need Is a Dream
9. Ghost Town
10. All Wound Up

“Lap of Luxury,” Cheap Trick’s tenth studio album, released on April 12, 1988, stands as their second-most commercially successful studio album, following 1979’s “Dream Police.” The album soared to number 16 on the Billboard 200 and achieved platinum certification in sales. “Lap of Luxury” features the band’s sole US number-one hit, “The Flame,” along with other hit singles like their cover of Elvis Presley’s “Don’t Be Cruel” and “Ghost Town.” This album marked a significant milestone in Cheap Trick’s career, solidifying their position in the music industry and showcasing their enduring appeal to audiences.

11. Busted (1990)

 

Tracks

1. Back ‘n Blue
2. I Can’t Understand It
3. Wherever Would I Be
4. If You Need Me. 
5. Can’t Stop Fallin’ into Love
6. Busted
7. Walk Away
8. You Drive, I’ll Steer
9. When You Need Someone
10. Had to Make You Mine
11. Rock ‘n’ Roll Tonight
12. Big Bang

“Busted” is the eleventh studio album by Cheap Trick, released in 1990, reaching number 44 on the US album charts. Following the success of “The Flame” from their previous album, Lap of Luxury, Cheap Trick maintained a similar format on “Busted,” notably on the single “Can’t Stop Fallin’ into Love,” which peaked at number 12 on the US charts. Despite expectations, the album did not achieve the commercial success Epic Records had hoped for. Approximately a year after its release, the label dropped the band.

12. Woke Up with a Monster (1994)

 

Tracks

1. My Gang
2. Woke Up with a Monster
3. You’re All I Wanna Do
4. Never Run Out of Love
5. Didn’t Know I Had It
6. Ride the Pony
7. Girlfriends
8. Let Her Go
9. Tell Me Everything
10. Cry Baby
11. Love Me for a Minute

“Woke Up with a Monster,” Cheap Trick’s twelfth studio album, debuted in 1994 under Warner Bros. Records, produced by Ted Templeman. Despite its musical prowess, the album peaked at number 123 on the US Billboard 200 chart. This marked Cheap Trick’s sole release under Warner Bros., as the band was dropped from the label shortly after. The album spawned five singles: “Woke Up with a Monster,” “You’re All I Wanna Do,” “Girlfriends,” “Never Run Out of Love,” and “Didn’t Know I Had It,” with music videos for the first two to bolster promotion.

13. Cheap Trick (1997)

Tracks

1. Anytime
2. Hard to Tell
3. Carnival Game
4. Shelter
5. You Let a Lotta People Down
6. Baby No More
7. Yeah Yeah
8. Say Goodbye
9. Wrong All Along
10. Eight Miles Low
11. It All Comes Back to You

Cheap Trick ’97, the thirteenth studio album by American rock band Cheap Trick, is often referred to as the band’s second eponymous album. Produced by the band and Ian Taylor, it was released on Red Ant Records and Alliance Entertainment. The album is also known as “Cheap Trick II,” as mentioned on the promotional DVD accompanying the band’s Special One album in 2003. Ian Taylor, known for his work on the One On One LP in 1982 and several tracks from 1983’s Next Position Please LP, had previously engineered and produced music for the band. He also produced the title track for the 1983 comedy film Spring Break, directed by Sean S. Cunningham.

14. Special One (2003)

Tracks

1. Scent of a Woman
2. Too Much
3. Special One
4. Pop Drone
5. My Obsession
6. Words
7. Sorry Boy
8. Best Friend
9. If I Could
10. Low Life in High Heels
11. Hummer

“Special One,” Cheap Trick’s fourteenth studio album, debuted in 2003 to a reception that ranged from lukewarm to favorable. The album includes the single “Scent of a Woman.” While the album managed to chart briefly, peaking at 128 on the album charts, its impact was relatively modest. Despite not achieving significant commercial success, “Special One” showcases Cheap Trick’s enduring musical prowess and ability to deliver engaging rock compositions, reaffirming their status as a band with a lasting influence in the rock genre.

15. Rockford (2006)

Tracks

1. Welcome to the World
2. Perfect Stranger
3. If It Takes a Lifetime
4. Come On Come On Come On
5. O Claire
6. This Time You Got It
7. Give It Away
8. One More
9. Every Night and Every Day
10. Dream the Night Away
11. All Those Years
12. Decaf

“Rockford” is Cheap Trick’s fifteenth studio album, launched on June 6, 2006, under the Big3 Records label. The album’s title pays homage to Rockford, Illinois, the birthplace of the band. Known for their eclectic blend of ’60s guitar pop, hard rock, and punk rock, Cheap Trick continued their musical journey with this release. “Rockford” showcases the band’s signature sound, featuring catchy melodies and energetic performances. The album received positive reviews from critics and fans alike, solidifying Cheap Trick’s enduring legacy in the rock music scene.

16. The Latest (2009)

 

Tracks

1. Sleep Forever
2. When the Lights Are Out
3. Miss Tomorrow
4. Sick Man of Europe
5. These Days
6. Miracle
7. Everyday You Make Me Crazy
8. California Girl
9. Everybody Knows
10. Alive
11. Times of Our Lives
12. Closer, The Ballad of Burt and Linda
13. Smile

“The Latest” is the sixteenth studio album by American hard rock and power pop band Cheap Trick, released on June 23, 2009. Produced by Cheap Trick, Julian Raymond, and Howard Willing, the album was released on CD, with limited pressings on vinyl and 8-track tape. Notably, “The Latest” marks the final studio album to feature original drummer Bun E. Carlos, who departed from the band in 2010. The album showcases Cheap Trick’s signature blend of energetic rock anthems and melodic hooks, reaffirming their status as influential rock icons.

17. Bang, Zoom, Crazy… Hello (2016)

Tracks

1. Heart on the Line
2. No Direction Home
3. When I Wake Up Tomorrow
4. Do You Believe Me?
5. Blood Red Lips
6. Sing My Blues Away
7. Roll Me
8. The In Crowd
9. Long Time No See Ya
10. The Sun Never Sets
11. All Strung Out

“Bang, Zoom, Crazy… Hello” marks Cheap Trick’s seventeenth studio album, released on April 1, 2016, under Big Machine Records. A significant departure, it’s the band’s initial release without Bun E. Carlos on drums, instead featuring Daxx Nielsen. This shift brings a fresh dynamic to their sound. Despite lineup changes, the album maintains Cheap Trick’s signature rock edge, showcasing their enduring creativity and versatility. With tracks like “Heart on the Line” and “No Direction Home,” the album demonstrates the band’s ability to evolve while staying true to their roots, further solidifying their place in rock history.

18. We’re All Alright! (2017)

Tracks

1. You Got It Going On
2. Long Time Coming
3. Nowhere
4. Radio Lover
5. Lolita
6. Brand New Name on an Old Tattoo
7. Floating Down
8. She’s Alright
9. Listen to Me
10. The Rest of My Life

“We’re All Alright!” is the eighteenth studio album by American rock band Cheap Trick, released on June 16, 2017. The album’s title is a reference to lyrics from the band’s 1978 hit, “Surrender,” as well as the theme song for the television series That ’70s Show, which Cheap Trick performed. Known for their signature blend of power pop and rock, the album features energetic tracks that harken back to the band’s classic sound, showcasing their enduring musical prowess. “We’re All Alright!” received positive reviews from critics and reaffirmed Cheap Trick’s status as one of rock’s most enduring and influential bands.

19. Christmas Christmas (2017)

 

Tracks

1. Merry Christmas Darlings
2. I Wish It Could Be Christmas Everyday
3. I Wish It Was Christmas Today
4. Merry Xmas Everybody
5. Please Come Home For Christmas
6. Remember (Christmas)
7. Run Rudolph Run
8. Father Christmas
9. Silent Night
10. Merry Christmas (I Don’t Want to Fight Tonight)
11. Our Father of Life
12. Christmas Christmas

“Christmas Christmas” is the nineteenth studio album by American rock band Cheap Trick, released on October 20, 2017. This holiday-themed album showcases the band’s distinctive rock sound infused with festive cheer. Featuring classic Christmas songs like “Silent Night” and “Merry Christmas Darlings,” the album also includes original tracks such as “Merry Christmas Darlings” and “Christmas Christmas.” With its release, Cheap Trick adds a rock ‘n’ roll twist to holiday music, delivering a spirited and joyful celebration of the season.

20. In Another World (2021)

Tracks

1. The Summer Looks Good on You
2. Quit Waking Me Up
3. Another World
4. Boys & Girls & Rock N Roll
5. The Party
6. Final Days
7. So It Goes
8. Light Up the Fire
9. Passing Through
10. Here’s Looking at You
11. Another World (Reprise)
12. I’ll See You Again
13. Gimme Some Truth

“In Another World” marks Cheap Trick’s twentieth studio album, released on April 9, 2021. The album showcases the band’s enduring creativity and musical prowess, featuring a blend of their signature rock sound with modern influences. Standout tracks include the infectious energy of “Light Up the Fire” and the introspective ballad “So It Goes.” This release continues Cheap Trick’s legacy of delivering memorable melodies and dynamic performances, further solidifying their status as rock icons. “In Another World” demonstrates the band’s ability to evolve while staying true to their roots, captivating both longtime fans and new listeners alike.

21. All Washed Up (2025)

Tracks

1. All Washed Up
2. All Wrong Long Gone
3. The Riff That Won’t Quit
4. Bet It All
5. The Best Thing
6. Twelve Gates
7. Bad Blood
8. Dancing With the Band
9. Love Gone
10. A Long Way to Worcester
11. Wham Boom Bang

“All Washed Up,” released on November 14, 2025, marks Cheap Trick’s twenty-first studio album, showcasing the band’s timeless rock energy with fresh creative spark. Announced earlier in the year by vocalist Robin Zander, the album builds on the band’s legacy with a title nodding to 1980’s All Shook Up. Led by the powerful single “Twelve Gates,” the record features dynamic songwriting from Rick Nielsen, Tom Petersson, and Zander, with contributions from Robin Taylor Zander and others. Packed with sharp riffs, melodic hooks, and standout tracks like “Bad Blood” and “A Long Way to Worcester,” All Washed Up delivers nearly 40 minutes of classic Cheap Trick craftsmanship.

Conclusion:

Exploring Cheap Trick Albums In Order offers a fascinating journey through one of rock’s most dynamic and enduring bands. From their explosive 1977 debut to later milestones like Lap of Luxury, Rockford, and In Another World, each release reflects their evolution in sound, influence, and creativity. Their blend of power pop, hard rock, and timeless hooks helped shape generations of artists while earning them a loyal global fanbase and a place in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Looking at Cheap Trick albums chronologically highlights not just their longevity, but their lasting impact on modern rock music.

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