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In the summer of 1972, the Rolling Stones swept across an America still smoldering from the tumult of the ‘60s, bringing their gritty masterpiece Exile on Main St. to the masses. Rolling Stone magazine journalist Robert Greenfield was along for
The Beastie Boys never took the easy way out - always pushing the intersection of rock ‘n’ roll and hip hop closer together. Chuck D. & LL Cool J both give props to the group for their contributions to rap, and Mike D. & Ad-Rock thank NYC as we
In 2011, Bette Midler inducted Darlene Love into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, praising her powerhouse voice and unquenchable spirit. Throughout the 1960s, Love was a leader of the pack in her own right as not only a lead vocalist and solo perf
In 1998, superstar Shania Twain honored one of her greatest influences, the Mamas and the Papas, as she inducted them into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Michelle Phillips, Denny Doherty, and John Phillips graciously accept their award, with a l
ZZ Top is there to honor and recognize Cream - the supergroup who set the blueprint for many rock trios, including that little ole’ band from Texas. As Cream accepts the honor, they highlight the magic and power of the induction ceremony itself
Bruce Springsteen was on-hand to induct U2 into the Rock Hall with a quite fittingly funny & literary speech. The Boss sings the praises of each of the four lads, underscoring how their songwriting, spirituality and democratic nature have contr
Patrick Stump and Pete Wentz of Fall Out Boy got to honor their heroes as they inducted Green Day into the Hall of Fame. They both commend the trio for their ability to both defy and define labels, refusing to box in a genre as paradoxical as p
Jakob Dylan shares memories of growing up on and following Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, noting how timeless the band truly is. Petty rounds out the acceptance speeches by sharing just how much he believes that the story of becoming a rock s
“Impact, influence, and awesomeness” – according to Tom Morello, these are the reasons KISS earned their induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2014. With heavy emotion and impeccable precision, he delivers a bombastic tribute perfect f
Rock & roll is alive and well as Brian May inducts Def Leppard into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame class of 2019. Brian shares a look back, through a few photographs, of his personal journey with the band. He was blown away with a band whose ar
Horror movie director and fellow spooky rocker Rob Zombie inducts Godfather of Shock Rock, Alice Cooper and his band. Zombie reflects on the influence that Alice Cooper’s theatrical rock and macabre stage shows had on music. Learn more about y
Rage Against the Machine's Zach de la Rocha inducted Patti Smith into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, perfectly encapsulating the punk-poet’s contributions as musician and activist. The 2007 Rock Hall ceremony marked a victory for punks and revol
Inducted by future Hall of Famer JAY-Z in the year 2007, Grandmaster Flash’s innovations and pioneering techniques on the turntable rivals what Les Paul and Chuck Berry did for the electric guitar. As Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five acce
In the year 2000, rapper Lil’ Kim inducted EWF into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, honoring a band that created, “Music that brings people together…that celebrates who we are and who we can be.” Maurice White thanks Rock Hall Inductee Clive Davi
No Doubt frontwoman and style icon Gwen Stefani gets a special fangirl moment when she inducts the Police into the Rock Hall. Sting, Andy & Stewart focus on gratitude in their remarks, thanking those that supported them during their relatively
Rock out with your sock out as Chris Rock honors the Red Hot Chili Peppers - a band who brought a splash of color that came as a fresh funk-punk breakout among their flannel-clad, grunge rock contemporaries. Learn more about your ad-choices at
In 1999, Billy Joel was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame by fellow piano man, the great Ray Charles, who also happened to be one of Joel’s heroes. Ray Charles arrives on stage to thunderous applause and shares his admiration as he ind
Paul McCartney talks to his songwriting partner and friend in an honest, open letter to John Lennon. John’s widow Yoko Ono accepts the honor, with a brief, emotional speech about the honor of her husband’s solo work being recognized. John Lenno
The Temptations set the standard with their sense of style, show-stopping dance moves, and vocal harmony. Hall & Oates not only talk about the incredible impact the Temptations had on them, they then jump into a full-on song – that the Tempts a
In 1991, Nirvana changed the face of music, busting the door wide open for underground bands to break out into the mainstream. In 2014, REM’s Michael Stipe inducted the grunge trio into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. He summed up their impact: “
Justin Timberlake shares how Madonna used her talent, business acumen and creativity to rule the music world and the charts. In Madonna’s humorous and poignant remarks make it clear that her drive, vision and Blond Ambition are what led to her
In his entirely improvised speech, Neil Young eloquently expresses his love for the Pretenders, proclaiming them “one of the greatest rock and roll bands ever.” Original members Chrissie Hynde and Martin Chambers honor and remember the late Jam
Revolutionary blues maven Janis Joplin achieved rock icon status when the Rock Hall honored her in 1995 - her first year of eligibility. Melissa Etheridge, an outsider and activist in her own right, pays tribute to the woman she deems “the only
In 2017, the band Yes were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame by Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson of Rush, who were themselves inducted a few years earlier. This is a special moment – as one Prog Rock band gets to induct one of their Prog R
In 2006, Black Sabbath received Rock’s Highest Honor: Induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Metal superstars James Hetfield and Lars Ulrich of Metallica were on hand to honor their heroes and the members of Black Sabbath kept their speec
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