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Rush Fans Outraged as Original Drummer Snubbed by Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Nick DeRiso — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 18:24:19 +0000

Rush’s induction page on the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame web site has been completed — and it leaves out original drummer John Rutsey, creating a stir among long-time fans. Rutsey, perhaps best known for his work on Rush’s 1974 track “Working Man,” was a school-age friend of future Rush guitarist Alex Lifeson. The [...]

Heart Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction – Photo Gallery

Mary Ouellette — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 14:29:44 +0000

Last night was a special one for Heart as the band was inducted as part of the 2013 class of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductees. Led by sisters Ann and Nancy Wilson and introduced by Soundgarden frontman Chris Cornell, Heart were recognized for their ground-breaking achievements in music throughout their career spanning four [...]

Tom Petty, John Fogerty and Jackson Browne Join Randy Newman at Hall of Fame Induction

Michael Gallucci — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 14:19:12 +0000

Tom Petty, John Fogerty and Jackson Browne joined Randy Newman onstage last night at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony. The four veteran rockers, who all live in Los Angeles, opened the show at the city's Nokia Theater with a version of Newman's 1983 song 'I Love L.A.'

Foo Fighters Dave Grohl and Taylor Hawkins to Induct Rush at 2013 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Ceremony

Billy Dukes — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 20:20:31 +0000

Foo Fighters bandmates Dave Grohl and Taylor Hawkins will induct Rush into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame this April, during a ceremony in Los Angeles, Calif. A press release at RockHall.com also revealed who will induct Albert King, Randy Newman and Donna Summer, but didn't mention what artist will do the honors for Heart or Public Enemy.

Moody Blues' Justin Hayward Not Bothered by Hall of Fame Snub

Dave Lifton — Sat, 08 Dec 2012 17:43:18 +0000

The Moody Blues are another of the many bands that had a run of chart success over two decades, only to find their talents ignored by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. However, in a new interview, frontman Justin Hayward says that it doesn't affect him.

Hurricane Sandy Damages Rock And Roll Hall of Fame

Dave Lifton — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 15:11:18 +0000

We've all been glued to our television sets with great concern as we watch the reports of the devastation caused by Hurricane Sandy. The massive size of the "superstorm" has caused its effects to be felt beyond the East Coast and as far west as Cleveland, where the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has suffered damage as a result.

Guns N' Roses Members Thank Fans During Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction

Shauna Wright — Sun, 15 Apr 2012 15:52:33 +0000

After a tumultuous few weeks that saw both Axl Rose and Izzy Stradlin bail from attending Guns N’ Roses induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the band members who showed up to accept the honors — Slash, Steven Adler, Matt Sorum and Duff McKagan — did so with style.

Faces Preparing to 'Cause Havoc' at Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Concert

Billy Dukes — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 14:55:43 +0000

Unlike one artist being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on Saturday night, the the Faces / Small Faces are embracing the honor. Sometime today (Friday, April 13) the rockers will rehearse the three songs they’ll play at the ceremony the next night, although it’s anyone’s guess which three songs that will be.

Axl Rose Joins Sex Pistols, Ozzy Osbourne in 'Hall of Fame Open Letter' Club

Ken Kelley — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 17:20:33 +0000

You don’t often hear of artists refusing to be inducted into the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame, but Axl Rose, who did just that with a much-publicized open letter yesterday, is not the first to turn up his nose at this exclusive offer.

Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame to Axl Rose: You're Being Inducted Anyway

Mary Ouellette — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 15:19:40 +0000

In the harrowing saga regarding the on-again, off-again induction of Guns N’ Roses into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame at this weekend’s ceremony, the Hall of Fame has cast the final word, at least for now.

Guns N' Roses to be Inducted into the 2012 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

Chris Cobb — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 18:10:04 +0000

Guns N’ Roses, Red Hot Chili Peppers and the Beastie Boys are among the acts to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2012. Donovan, Laura Nyro and The Small Faces/Faces have also been named as inductees. The late bluesman Freddie King will be inducted as an early influence. The induction [...]

Kiss Manager Doc McGhee Blasts Rock and Roll Hall of Fame [VIDEO]

Billy Dukes — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 17:44:49 +0000

Passengers on board the recent Kiss Kruise had a chance to lob a few questions at the legendary band’s manager last month, and inevitably their exclusion from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame came up. Doc McGhee didn’t dance around the subject. If the band is nominated for 2013 it won’t be because he’s saying all the right things.

Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Week On Idol

Jen Austin — Mon, 04 Apr 2011 11:34:02 +0000

We’ll see more guitars and rocks stars this week on American Idol. Jeff Beck will appear on American Idol Wednesday, accompanying the nine remaining contestants. They’ll sing songs from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Beck performed on both the 2007 and 2010 editions of Idol Gives Back, the AI chairty special. The first time, he backed up Kelly Clarkson, [...]

Cooper's Induction Monday…At Last!

Jen Austin — Thu, 10 Mar 2011 21:30:08 +0000

After years of trying and campaigning, Alice Cooper will finally be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Monday. As Cooper puts it, he was Susan Lucci for a long time.
Cooper talked with USA Todayabout the honor, and said this recognition comes at a time when he can really appreciate it. He likes living a normal life -- out of the rock cycle of drugs and babes, and he enjoys playing golf and shopping.