More than 100 people were on hand at the former Clock Tower Resort site as Nielsen, who talked about bringing a rock ‘n’ roll-themed venue to Rockford 12 years ago, said a casino would be his local legacy. State St., adjacent to the Interstate 90 entrance. ROCKFORD – The investment group that includes Cheap Trick guitarist Rick Nielsen, along with the chairman of Hard Rock International, on Tuesday announced its intention to submit a proposal to the city to build a casino at 7801 E.
