Rock & Roll History!

A true story of rock & roll: A moment that changed music history.  Historically, the development of rock & roll started back in the 1950's when pioneers & creators including Chuck Berry, Little Richard, Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Fats Domino, Ray Charles, Jerry Lee Lewis among others gave it a life for those who inspired to become musicians themselves making their names be heard by everybody. Now whatever you want to dig further, let's traced it's roots back into 1940's and much earlier where blues, R&B, country, gospel & folk are the biggest deal to what was become later on.  Artists such as Charley Patton, Robert Johnson, Jimmie Rodgers, Sister Rosetta Tharpe etc were responsible for bringing spirit, evolution & inclusiveness to the concept of R&R & nothing was the same ever since.  These timeless figures I mentioned made history like no other before. Had it not been for their hard work, artistry & creativit...

Ranking Rock & Roll Hall of Famers with points!  Today I'll be ranking the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees from most to less important. For this, I'll rank inductees who got voted in through twelve group tiers.  Rules:  1. Sesmic Effect  2. Artistic Merits  3. True Quality  4. Historic Resonance  I'll be giving points based on the rules. Beginning with a creme of the crop! The Pioneers  * 1. Chuck Berry (Immunity)  * 2. Little Richard (Immunity)  * 3. Elvis Presley (Immunity)  The concept of rock & roll started with these creators when they invented it by adding spirit, attitude, diversity & evolution to the mix. Had it not been for them, the whole development wouldn't exist.  The Trailblazers  * 4. The Beatles (Immunity)  * 5. Bob Dylan (Immunity)  * 6. James Brown & The Famous Flames (Immunity)  Historically, these three artists not only changed the course of music as a w...

30 most ridiculous Rock & Roll Hall of Fame snubs  Today's list would be the biggest Rock & Roll Hall of Fame snubs that needed to be corrected. For this, I'll be focusing on artists who are eligible yet still on the outside waiting for their call.  1. Diana Ross: DR would be the 4th woman to receive the 2nd induction since her solo work is just remarkable as her with the Supremes.  2. Sonic Youth: A band who made indie rock an legitimate art form in the 80's, Sonic Youth are definitely the "Velvet Underground" in the decade based on "influence than sales" caliber. They probably would be nominated but won't get voted in.  3. Pixies: Same reason as Sonic Youth except they could get voted in. They're an act whose influence remains at large on 90's alternative rock scene with bands including Nirvana, Radiohead, Smashing Pumpkins & others giving their credit.  4. The Replacements: The Mats would help bring alternative roc...

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2026: A somewhat remarkable class for mostly everyone.  It's not a doubt that the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in their 40 years of existence continues to truly honor what's called rock & roll history and to give artists a recognition they need for changing it's course regardless of their sounds & backgrounds. It's not perfect though they know what they're doing.  Here's a little lesson for those who never understand music at all: Rock & Roll is never based on any styles or instruments, it's a vibe representing spirit, evolution, attitude & diversity that makes a definition of the term. Take a look at the first two classes & you'll understand it's not about one genre.  Let's also not forget: Rock & Roll isn't about commerce, never was never will. There's a lot more to R&R than what comes on a radio 24/7 or what's currently popular or trending. It's about art ...