The members of the band Maroon 5 were not even born when the Hollies were taking England by storm. But they teamed up Monday night to honor the newest batch of music legends.
It was a virtual who’s who of music at New York’s Waldorf - Astoria Hotel where The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame officially welcomed its 2010 inductees…a mixed bag of artists… including the quiet rebels of rock, Genesis.
Swedish POP sensation ABBA was the most unexpected inductee. Their work has gone on to inspire the Broadway musical and movie…Mamma Mia. Two of the original four were there.
Earning this honor is no easy feat. Groups and individuals must have released their first album at least 25 years ago. And the more than 500 rock experts who vote…must deem that the inductees’ music significantly influenced the history of rock and roll. Jimmy Cliff is a regee legend. “ Iggy Pop and The Stooges” are credited as the fathers of punk rock.
The Rock and Roll Hall Fame is in Cleveland, Ohio, but the foundation is based here in Manhattan and this is where organizers say they can raise the most money so they can continue honoring the people who shaped rock and roll.
Other honorees of the evening…a handful of songwriters who penned such classics as “you’ve lost that lovin’ feelin’, “leader of the pack” and “all shook up”… influences that continue to shake up today’s music.
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