Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Music soothes the soul and can connect to people on a deeper level than almost anything else. However, prior to Elvis Presley and the1950s that was not the case, music was segregated and dull, Elvis changed this forever. Elvis and his music came at a time when the baby boomers were all teenagers and beginning to identify themselves and discover music. The civil rights movement was just about to begin, and the tension between whites and blacks was just beginning to decrease. The two races found…

(1987), Water from the Wells of Home (1988), Boom Chicka Boom (1989), and The Mystery of Life (1991). During the 1990s, Cash received recognition from many organizations: the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (1992), the Kennedy Center Honors for Lifetime Contribution to American Culture (1996), the Arkansas Entertainers Hall of Fame (1996), and the Grammy Award for Lifetime Achievement (2000)—one of numerous Grammy Awards he received. In 1994, Cash signed an unlikely contract with rap producer Rick…

“Finally in 1977, after a farewell concert at London's Drury Lane Theater, The Supremes officially disbanded and Mary Wilson began her solo career”( Mary Wilson Biography.com). They were entered in the Rock and Roll hall of Fame in 1988(Diana Ross and The Supremes Bio). The rock and roll hall of fame museum also holds The Supremes gowns, which we could see today(Mussari…

After the final cymbal rolls die out, Rotten famously says at the end of the song “ever get the feeling you’ve been cheated? Good night.” Number Twelve: Malcom McLaren Initially Wanted Syl Sylvan to Front the Band. When the lead singer of the Strand, the band which preceded…

maintain a spot there throughout the majority of his increasingly inspiring career. Despite the opinions of people everywhere, Little Richard’s high-pitched voice mixed with his jaw dropping piano skills greatly influenced the defining moments of rock ‘n’ roll. He underwent multiple complications within his family during his childhood years, but always stayed true to church and his passion for music. Richard caught what he thought to be his big break with RCA Records in Atlanta nearing the end…

Joshua, Jolene, I Will Always Love You, Here You Come Again, and Islands in the Stream. Her distinctive voice and insightful lyrics have garnered her several accolades, including ten Grammys, and in 1999 she was welcomed into the Country Music Hall of Fame. She is a phenomenally talented singer-songwriter. On the big screen, she has been in 9 to 5, The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, and Steel Magnolias, among others. Part of a larger chain of attractions, her Dollywood theme…

concert and you hear the blasting drums of John Densmore and the electrifying guitar of Robby Krieger. The Doors were one of the most successful and influential rock bands during the 1960s era. The Doors were a music band that was famous for their rock music and they were well known for their lead singer Jim Morrison. The Doors were a successful rock band from the 1960s that influenced music and pop culture, The Doors consisted of four members and lasted for half of a decade. Influence of The…

Heroism within Peace “Imagine all the people living life in peace...” John Lennon portrays a hero due to his powerful voice on peace-activism, being an inspiration to society in regards with his role model-like personality, and having a positive influence on the music industry as whole. John wanted one thing in this world, he wanted the world to live in peace. Considering John’s desire for peace, he became a peace-activist to spread his positive beliefs. He used his iconic music to help…

Edwin H. Kramer was born on April 19, 1942, in Cape Town, South Africa. Eddie is a recording producer and engineer. Eddie Kramer has collaborated with several artists now in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Eddie has worked closely with artists like; The Beatles, David Bowie, Eric Clapton, Jimi Hendrix, The Kinks, Kiss, Led Zeppelin, The Rolling Stones and Carlos Santana. Kramer has engineered and/or produced records for other well-known artists in various genres. They include Anthrax, Joe…

Every once in awhile, you get the opportunity to attend something special, emotional and lasting. Last week I attended the 19th Annual Music Master Awards/ Conference/Tribute Concert for The Everly Brothers. I will cherish and remember the conference but especially the concert forever. When I think about it today I have two distinct emotions, joy and a tear. At the conference we saw some very rare footage of The Everly Brothers, film clips from Germany and England not seen by my many until…