August 22, 2025
The one and only Cheap Trick have announced today’s premiere of their new single. The infectious and anthemic “Twelve Gates” is available now at all DSPs and streaming services. An animated lyric video created by John Johnson is streaming now. The song heralds the Rock n' Roll Hall of Famers' eagerly anticipated 21st studio album, All Washed Up, arriving via BMG on Friday, November 14 digitally as well as on standard black vinyl and CD. A limited-edition exclusive "Orange Marble" LP variant of the album, limited to 1,000 units, will be available to pre-order via the band's new D2C store.
“Our newest single release, “Twelve Gates,” from the 2025 LP All Washed Up is one of our best yet,” says bassist Tom Pettersson. “ I really love how this song came out. It's one of my favorites on the album.”
LISTEN TO "TWELVE GATES"
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All Washed Up was produced by the band and Julian Raymond. It was mixed by Chris Lord Alge and recorded at various studios in Nashville (Sound Emporium Studios, Blackbird, Love Shack, Zen) as well as in LA (Sweetzerland Studios) through 2024.
"Just one more great album from the best rock band in the world," says lead singer/guitarist Robin Zander.