As debates continue on this list as to varying genres, the respected Jazz genre is always a befuddling one to Rock aficionados and its place within the guitar driven circle. Ornette Coleman initially bewildered many of those in the Jazz circle as his push towards Free Jazz and music based on varying emotions were not considered conventional at the time. Still pushing boundaries and presently revered for his lifetime achievements in Jazz, Coleman is a potential candidate should the Hall look to induct another Jazz star.

Already inducted into the Hall as a member of the Impressions, Jerry Butler picked up where his former group left off and created a very solid solo career of his own. Butler’s solo career generated a long string of R&B hits, and was a big part of establishing the Chicago Soul scene. Still performing and still a huge part of Chicago, Butler has carved a solo career that could be considered Hall of Fame worthy, though the fact that he has received no nominations may indicate that the Hall feels they have paid the “Ice Man” his due.

Far more than just the Andy Warhol endorsed ingénue who collaborated with the Velvet Underground, Nico had a very successful solo career of her own which helped push the boundaries of Experimental Rock and proved to be quite the musician in her own right. As she did not get in with the Velvets, it is probably unlikely that she will ever get into the Hall on her own, but she may deserve at least a look.

Often in the shadow of Elvis Costello (and to a lesser extent, Graham Parker) Joe Jackson was among the wave of stylish New Wave artists who were also accomplished songwriters. Jackson showed throughout his career that he was capable of manipulating any genre, and likely sacrificed album sales to pursue music that he found gratifying. It may have also hurt his chances for a Hall of Fame induction too.