74. Sublime

Although they may have had a limited discography, the California-based band, Sublime generated a sizable impact. They first gained attention with the Punk revival movement of the early 90s, but with their infusion of Ska and Reggae. Possibly, the top group flying the Third Wave Ska flag, Sublime’s Hall chances may be aided by the sympathy of the premature death of their lead singer, Bradley Nowell, but without a member of the second wave of Ska in, their chances become somewhat muddled.

Should Sublime be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put them in! - 87.5%

Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 6.4%

Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 2.3%

No opinion. - 0%

No way! - 3.5%

The Bullet Points

Eligible Since: Monday, 01 January 2018
Country of Origin: U.S.A. (Long Beach, California)
Why they will get in: They were amongst the best of the genre.
Why they won't get in: It is a genre that has no representation in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Nominated in: Never
Essential Albums: 40oz, to Freedom (1992)
Robbin’ the Hood (1994)
Sublime (1996)
Our Five Favorite Songs as Chosen by Each Member of the NIHOF Committee: Bad Fish (From 40oz. to Freedom, 1992)
Date Rape (From 40oz. to Freedom, 1992)
What I Got (From Sublime, 1996)
Santeria (From Sublime, 1996)
Pawn Shop (From Sublime, 1996)