Carl Perkins was the King of Rockabilly, and though he is known primarily for “Blue Suede Shoes” his songs and songwriting extend to more than that monstrous hit.  Perkins earned his slot as one of the first entries to the Hall.

A star in R&B in the late 40’s and early 50’s, Charles Brown has been said to be influential on the career of Ray Charles and Johnny Ace.  As this is considered true, Brown’s spot in the Hall was earned but shouldn’t it have been as an Early Influence instead?

A very early R&B star, Charlie Christian was one of the first true stars of the guitar.  His Blues work can clearly be heard in BB. King and Chuck Berry and though he deserves a place in the Hall it should be as an Early Influence and not as a Performer.

The 50’s Rock superstar was required listening to those who followed.  The endless list of musicians who followed Chuck Berry who cited him as a major influence is only exceeded by those who blatantly ripped him off.  No compilation of 50’s music is complete without tracks from Chuck Berry.