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Julie in the rv mirror · 30 Jan 2013, 03:45

Wow, I have lots to say in this category. I guess I'll start with my own noms, which all were nominated last time:

Rush- I think these guys need to be in the HOF for several reasons. First, they’ve been together close to 40 years, and they genuinely seem to like each other and enjoy playing together. But mostly, their musicianship is top-notch. Their songs are kind of complicated to play, yet they consistently nail them live. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8GsuQdXwL8w

Lastly, I love their humor. Their shows often feature hilarious videos starring the boys themselves. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iNcAYv7GYUM
(Geddy's "Rash" shirt in the above vid was also part of the joke.}

I’ve also nominated both Geddy Lee and Neil Peart in the musician categories, as I think they are both standouts on their respective instruments. (I think Alex Lifeson is great as well, just that there are many of his caliber and better.)

The Rolling Stones- I can’t think of Rock and Roll without the Rolling Stones. They have written and recorded some of the greatest rock songs ever- “Gimme Shelter”, “Sympathy For the Devil”, and “Satisfaction”, just to name a few. Fifty years later, they’re still going strong (albeit with a few personnel changes).

The Beatles- No Hall of Fame would be complete without The Beatles. Despite a relatively short career as a group, they have influenced and inspired countless musicians who came after them. I think it would be pretty hard today to find anyone who hasn’t heard of them or knows at least a few of their songs- there aren’t many artists you can say that about.

Black Sabbath- They basically invented Heavy Metal. They are still going strong decades later, and are set to release a new album and tour later this year. And Ozzy rules!

Pink Floyd- It’s amazing to think that after all these years, that teenagers today still love their music. I think it’s testament to the timelessness of great music. I think David Gilmour is an amazing guitarist.

Now, regarding some of the other nominees:

I posted last time regarding my reservations with the Blues Broithers and the Traveling Wilburys, as I consider these to be more special projects than bands in the truest sense. I might consider them for induction, though. The Blue Man Group, on the other hand, isn't really a band at all. In fact, there are different members in the group depending on where the show is playing. I've got to say a definite no to that one.

I can also get behind AC/DC, G'nR, Aerosmith, Lynyrd Skynrd (not to be picky, but it is spelled with 4 y's), Queen, U2, and Bon Jovi- even though I'm not really a fan of theirs, they have paid their dues and earned their place.

Bands like Whitesnake, Europe, and Pantera, on the other hand, I don't think were influential enough or had the longevity to be Hall of Famers.

I would love to see the E Street Band inducted, as I think they truly deserve it. They don't really qualify for the "official" HOF per say, but if we say that the NLE qualifies, then the ESB absolutely does as well.

30 Jan 2013, 03:45	#4
Julie in the rv mirror Spirit in the Night Join Date: 23.07.2008 Location: On the edge of town (in the Darkness...) Posts: 1,559	Wow, I have lots to say in this category. I guess I'll start with my own noms, which all were nominated last time: Rush- I think these guys need to be in the HOF for several reasons. First, they’ve been together close to 40 years, and they genuinely seem to like each other and enjoy playing together. But mostly, their musicianship is top-notch. Their songs are kind of complicated to play, yet they consistently nail them live. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8GsuQdXwL8w Lastly, I love their humor. Their shows often feature hilarious videos starring the boys themselves. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iNcAYv7GYUM (Geddy's "Rash" shirt in the above vid was also part of the joke.} I’ve also nominated both Geddy Lee and Neil Peart in the musician categories, as I think they are both standouts on their respective instruments. (I think Alex Lifeson is great as well, just that there are many of his caliber and better.) The Rolling Stones- I can’t think of Rock and Roll without the Rolling Stones. They have written and recorded some of the greatest rock songs ever- “Gimme Shelter”, “Sympathy For the Devil”, and “Satisfaction”, just to name a few. Fifty years later, they’re still going strong (albeit with a few personnel changes). The Beatles- No Hall of Fame would be complete without The Beatles. Despite a relatively short career as a group, they have influenced and inspired countless musicians who came after them. I think it would be pretty hard today to find anyone who hasn’t heard of them or knows at least a few of their songs- there aren’t many artists you can say that about. Black Sabbath- They basically invented Heavy Metal. They are still going strong decades later, and are set to release a new album and tour later this year. And Ozzy rules! Pink Floyd- It’s amazing to think that after all these years, that teenagers today still love their music. I think it’s testament to the timelessness of great music. I think David Gilmour is an amazing guitarist. Now, regarding some of the other nominees: I posted last time regarding my reservations with the Blues Broithers and the Traveling Wilburys, as I consider these to be more special projects than bands in the truest sense. I might consider them for induction, though. The Blue Man Group, on the other hand, isn't really a band at all. In fact, there are different members in the group depending on where the show is playing. I've got to say a definite no to that one. I can also get behind AC/DC, G'nR, Aerosmith, Lynyrd Skynrd (not to be picky, but it is spelled with 4 y's), Queen, U2, and Bon Jovi- even though I'm not really a fan of theirs, they have paid their dues and earned their place. Bands like Whitesnake, Europe, and Pantera, on the other hand, I don't think were influential enough or had the longevity to be Hall of Famers. I would love to see the E Street Band inducted, as I think they truly deserve it. They don't really qualify for the "official" HOF per say, but if we say that the NLE qualifies, then the ESB absolutely does as well.