Rolling Stone is an American music, politics, and popular culture magazine founded in 1967. This copy is dated June 14, 1979, priced $1.00 / UK 60p, and features Cheap Trick on the cover during their late‑1970s rise to mainstream success following Live at Budokan.

The cover headline reads “Japan Surrenders to Cheap Trick” by Daisann McLane, referencing the band’s explosive popularity in Japan and their transformation from cult favourites into international rock stars. The band are pictured in a casual group pose, reflecting their mix of power‑pop accessibility and off‑beat image.

Additional cover features and headlines include:

Sinai – Pilgrimage to the Land of Uncertain Peace by Sara Davidson

Hi‑Fi – Amar Bose speaks out

Video Theater

Slim‑Line Components

Ultimate Car Stereo

The layout is classic late‑1970s Rolling Stone, balancing a strong music cover with international reporting and technology features, typical of the magazine’s broad editorial scope during this period.

This issue represents Cheap Trick at their commercial breakthrough, making it a solid example of late‑1970s rock‑era Rolling Stone collecting.

Condition:Cover present with visible edge wear, creasing, handling marks, and paper toning consistent with age. Spine stress visible. Bagged for protection with a later price sticker present.

Format: Standard magazinePublication: Rolling StoneIssue Date: June 14, 1979Cover Feature: Cheap TrickCountry: United States / United Kingdom distribution