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374. Buffalo Tom

Jan 09, 2016

Published in Rock and Roll

Although they were initially labelled as a Dinosaur Jr. rip off, Buffalo Tom persevered and my the middle of the 90’s, they were considered one of the more respected Alternative acts in the United States. They altered their sound and it seemed like they were on the verge of a major mainstream breakthrough. This didn’t happen, but they did earn a lot of respect in the alt community and had a decent run; though that won’t lead them to Cleveland.

ZZ Top

Jan 12, 2017

Published in Current Rock and Roll Inductees

With music that was pure Texas, ZZ Top’s blend of Blues, Hard Rock, and unique Tex Mex influences made them stars in the 70’s. The 1983 album, Eliminator brought them international stardom when they altered their sound to crack mainstream radio and MTV; a feat they accomplished without alienating their core audience.

The Yardbirds

Jan 12, 2017

Published in Current Rock and Roll Inductees

A powerful Blues based Rock band, the Yardbirds may be best known for launching the careers of Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck and Jimmy Page. They did have a string of hits in the mid 60’s that was the beginning of taking guitar rock to new levels with their use of feedback and distortion. Their place in the Hall can not be argued.

The Ventures

Jan 12, 2017

Published in Current Rock and Roll Inductees

The Ventures were one of the most successful instrumental bands of all time. It took a long time for them for to be inducted to the Hall, but their qualifications are more than solid.