35. The B-52’s

Sometimes, you can’t associate music to a region. Coming from the American South, The B-52’s redefined what music was supposed to be from there. Then again, nothing was ever typical with the B-52’s.

Arriving in the late 70’s with their retro chic look, The B-52’s also had a sound as unique as their appearance. Their music had trace elements of Disco and with driving surf guitars and unique interchanges between the three singers they created a danceable New Wave style that was as eccentric as it was fun. Although they meet the Hall’s key requirement of innovation, their campy lyrics and look may overshadow what is a real solid Rock band.

B-52s

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Should The B-52's be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put them in! - 88.9%

Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 5.3%

Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 1.8%

No opinion. - 0%

No way! - 4%

The Bullet Points

Previous Rank: 2010: #56
2011: #59
2012: #59
2013 #58
2014: #57
2015: #57
2016: #58
Eligible Since: Thursday, 01 January 2004
Country of Origin: U.S.A. (Athens, GA)
Why they will get in: They are a lot more respected than people think.
Why they won't get in: They may not be able to overcome their kitschy image.
Nominated in: Never
Essential Albums: The B-52’s (1979)
Wild Planet (1981)
Bouncing off the Satellites (1986)
Cosmic Thing (1989)
Our Five Favorite Songs as Chosen by Each Member of the NIHOF Committee: Rock Lobster (From The B-52’s, 1979)
Planet Claire (From The B 52’s, 1979)
Party out of Bounds (From Wild Planet, 1981)
Give Me Back My Man (From Wild Planet, 1981)
Private Idaho (From Wild Planet, 1981)