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188. Johnny Rivers

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188. Johnny Rivers

In an era of the British Invasion and Motown, there appeared to be little chart room for anyone else. One of those exceptions was Johnny Rivers whose live albums may have showed he had more love of Rock and Roll than anyone else ever could.

Through the middle portion of the 1960’s Johnny Rivers cemented his status on the charts with stellar live albums and singles based on the basic Rock and Roll formula. Rivers scored hits either penned by his own hand or 50’s Rock staples that were not watered down as had been done by previous performers. Switching styles as his career went on; Rivers was also a brilliant producer working in multiple genres. At present, Rivers has yet to receive a nomination, and after twenty years it has to be wondered if he ever will.

 

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Should Johnny Rivers be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put him in! - 93.9%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 2.6%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 1.7%
No opinion. - 0%
No way! - 1.7%

The Bullet Points

  • Eligible Since: Sunday, 01 January 1989
  • Country of Origin: U.S.A. (Baton Rouge, LA)
  • Why they will get in: He was a dynamic American Rocker and would not be out of place in the Hall.
  • Why they won't get in: Many of his hits were covers which may work against him.
  • Nominated in: Never
  • Essential Albums: At the Whiskey A Gogo (1964)
    Here We A Gogo Again (1964)
  • Our Five Favorite Songs as Chosen by Each Member of the NIHOF Committee: Mountain of Love (Single, 1964)
    Seventh Son (Single, 1965)
    Secret Agent Man (Single, 1966)
    Poor Side of Town (From Changes, 1966)
    Swayin’ To The Music (From Outside Help, 1977)

Should Johnny Rivers be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put him in! - 93.9%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 2.6%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 1.7%
No opinion. - 0%
No way! - 1.7%

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