Print this page

104. The Shangri-Las

  •  
This page generously sponsored by: Nobody yet! Sponsor it on Patreon to be the first name on this list!
104. The Shangri-Las

When the idea for a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame was first conceived many bands likely came to mind right away. Some artists who performed in the same era probably received no consideration at all as they were dismissed as juvenile and fluff. Some of those bands may very well fit that bubblegum image but others upon time have seen their image change and their influence grow. No other group sums up that statement better than the Shangri-Las.

The early 60’s saw many all girl groups emerge, but none were quite like the Shangri-Las. Unlike their contemporaries, they were an all white group which could look so sweet and innocent yet they sang about bad boys and bad situations. Their image allowed them to appeal to both genders and gave them a credibility that was not seen in other girl groups at the time. Over time their image which was once deemed campy has only increased as they have been cited by numerous Punk bands as a great influence in look, attitude and sound. With that in consideration, they may have a decent shot to get into the Hall despite their very brief careers. 

 


FilmStrip Rock.The Shangri Las


www.theshangri-las.com (Tribute Site)


Should The Shangri-Las be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put them in! - 79.4%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 15%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 0.9%
No opinion. - 0%
No way! - 4.7%

The Bullet Points

  • Previous Rank: 2011: #85
    2012: #88
    2013: #91
    2014: #86
    2015: #92
    2016: #96
  • Eligible Since: Tuesday, 01 January 1991
  • Country of Origin: U.S.A. (New York City, NY)
  • Why they will get in: All girl groups help the gender equity that the Hall should achieve.
  • Why they won't get in: They did not have a very long run.
  • Nominated in: Never
  • Essential Albums: Leader of the Pack (1964)
    Shangri-Las’ 65! (1965)
  • Our Five Favorite Songs as Chosen by Each Member of the NIHOF Committee: Leader of the Pack (From Leader of the Pack, 1964)
    Remember Walking in the Sand (From Leader of the Pack, 1964)
    Give Him a Great Big Kiss (From Leader of the Pack, 1964)
    I Can Never Go Home Again (from Shangri-Las 65!, 1965)
    Dressed in Black (Single, 1965)

Should The Shangri-Las be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put them in! - 79.4%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 15%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 0.9%
No opinion. - 0%
No way! - 4.7%
Last modified on Sunday, 04 June 2023 18:14
Tagged under

Comments powered by CComment