128. Midnight Oil

One of the top of acts from Australia, Midnight Oil initially struggled to achieve stardom but when they did they were able to bring their brand of Alternative Rock to more than just their native Australia. Their politicized messages while often rooted in their own national causes were still able to strike a chord with youth worldwide. Already reaching legendary status in Australia, it is possible that Midnight Oil could crack the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as they did achieve a solid level of success in America.

Should Midnight Oil be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put them in! - 88.2%

Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 5.3%

Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 2%

No opinion. - 0%

No way! - 4.6%

The Bullet Points

Eligible Since: Thursday, 01 January 2004
Country of Origin: Sydney, Australia
Why they will get in: Their political activism plays well into the Hall voter's ethos.
Why they won't get in: Their profile has not eeen high as of late.
Nominated in: Never
Essential Albums: Places Without a Postcard (1981)
10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 (1982)
Diesel and Dust (1987)
Blue Sjy Mining (1990)
Our Five Favorite Songs as Chosen by Each Member of the NIHOF Committee: Armistice Day (From Place WIthout a Postcard, 1981)
U.S. Forces (From 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1)
The Dead Heart (From Diesel and Dust, 1987)
Beds Are Burning (From Diesel and Dust, 1987)
Blue Sky Mine (From Blue Sky Mining, 1990)

Should Midnight Oil be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put them in! - 88.2%

Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 5.3%

Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 2%

No opinion. - 0%

No way! - 4.6%