Death Metal and Scandinavia seem to go hand and hand and Norway’s Sirenia might be one of the most cerebral (or melancholy) of the genre.  This makes them a lock for a Death Metal Hall of Fame, but that means nothing to the voters in Cleveland.

Possibly one of the most successful bands to come out of Quebec, Simple Plan followed in the mode of the Pop-Punk bands of the mid 2000’s.  While their music was never considered deep, it was fun for what it was and sold quite a few albums.  Whether or not the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame pays attention to them at all remains to be seen.

There are many who will look at Rihanna and state that this is not a rock star and a mega-pop star at best. 

Let’s say she is, and if that is all, the Rock And Roll Hall of Fame have inducted people as popular for as long as Rihanna. 

Most people internationally are only aware of Peter Bjorn and John for their 2006 hit, “Young Folks”, a beautiful and melodic alt-pop song.  The bulk of their music follows suit, though the North American perception that the Swedish Indie Rock band is a one hit wonder certainly makes it difficult for them to gain any Rock and Roll Hall of Fame momentum.