This Week In News
A roundup of pop culture news for the week of Sept. 30, 2012. read more
Found in: Culture, News2013 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Nominees Announced
Rush, Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, Public Enemy, Randy Newman, Kraftwerk, Blues Band, Paul Butterfield, N.W.A among nominees. read more
Found in: Music, NewsRed Hot Chili Peppers to Release Classic Covers EP
In commemoration of their induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Red Hot Chili Peppers are releasing an album of classic cover songs on May 1. The album, We Salute You, will feature RHCP’s take on classic songs from previous Hall of Fame inductees such as The Ramones, Neil Young and David Bowie.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsRock and Roll Hall of Fame Adds Six Backing Bands to its Roster
This year's inductees into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame will be six backing groups that for three decades have been overlooked. We say to you Hall of Fame gods - it is about time. The Comets, Blue Caps, The Crickets, Famous Flames, The Midnighters and The Miracles will be added to the Hall despite the years their talents remained unrecognized. read more
Found in: Music, NewsBeastie Boys, Red Hot Chili Peppers and Guns N' Roses Inducted Into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame announced their 2012 group of inductees. This year’s inductees include Beastie Boys, the Red Hot Chili Peppers and Guns N’ Roses. The ceremony is set for April 14, and will air on HBO in May. read more
Found in: Music, NewsRock and Roll Hall of Fame Nominees Announced
This morning, The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame announced their nominees for their twenty-sixth induction ceremony. Fifteen artists were nominated, including nine new nominees. read more
Found in: Music, NewsRock & Roll Hall of Fame Opens Women Who Rock Exhibit
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has opened their latest exhibit, “Women Who Rock: Vision, Passion, Power” to celebrate the contributions women have made to rock music.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsRock & Roll Hall of Fame Debuts 500-Song App
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, in partnership with app developer Sideways, has created a new iOS (Apple’s mobile operating system) app.... read more
Found in: Movies, NewsWatch Tom Waits' Rock and Roll HOF Induction Speech and Performance
The importance of Tom Waits’ influence on contemporary music cannot be overstated. Earlier this week, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame emphasized this point by inducting the musical troubadour and artist as part of this year’s class of musicians that also included Alice Cooper, Neil Diamond, Dr. John, Darlene Love and Leon Russell.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsNeil Young to Induct Tom Waits into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
It’s true, ladies and gentlemen. The presenters for the 2011 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony were announced recently, and one of the combinations in particular will make the show worth watching. Musical madman Tom Waits, Paste‘s #3 Best Living Songwriter, will be inducted into the Hall by none other than Paste’s #2 Best Living Songwriter, Neil Young.... read more
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