Jay-Z headlines the Songwriters Hall of Fame Class of 2017
Jun 01, 2017
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The Songwriters Hall of Fame not only made history by announcing their Hall of Fame Class of 2017, but did so by selecting their first rapper to enter the Hall.
Jay-Z not only has many hits in the rap and hip hop genre but has garnered significant mainstream pop appeal. In terms of chart success, Jay Z has few equals and his induction is likely to usher in a significant amount of more rap artists in the upcoming classes. His signature hits include “Empire State of Mind”, “99 Problems”, “Dirt Off Your Shoulder” and “Bonnie & Clyde”. He has won 21 Grammys over his career.
Swedish songwriter, Max Martin was also chosen. Martin’s works includes 21 number one songs on the Billboard Hot 100. His hits include “…Baby One More Time” (Britney Spears), “Shake It Off” (Taylor Swift) and “Can’t Feel My Face” (The Weeknd). Martin penned all of Kay Perry’s number ones and most recently, “Can’t Stop the Feeling” (Justin Timberlake. It is not an exaggeration to say that Martin is the most successful pop writer this millennium.
Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds will also be inducted. Babyface has written 23 #1 songs on the R&B Chart, including the monster hit, End of the Road (Boyz II Men).
Also chosen was the prolific songwriting and production team of Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, whose relationship with Janet Jackson made her a megastar.
Motown founder Berry Gordy was also included. Besides being the creator of a musical empire, Gordy was a decent songwriter who helped write many of his label’s hits.
The final entrants are Peter Catera, Robert Lamm and James Pankow of Chicago.
This year marks the 48th Annual Induction, which will take place on June 15 at the Marriott Marquis in New York City.
We here at Notinhalloffame.com would like to congratulate this year’s Hall of Fame Class.
Jay-Z not only has many hits in the rap and hip hop genre but has garnered significant mainstream pop appeal. In terms of chart success, Jay Z has few equals and his induction is likely to usher in a significant amount of more rap artists in the upcoming classes. His signature hits include “Empire State of Mind”, “99 Problems”, “Dirt Off Your Shoulder” and “Bonnie & Clyde”. He has won 21 Grammys over his career.
Swedish songwriter, Max Martin was also chosen. Martin’s works includes 21 number one songs on the Billboard Hot 100. His hits include “…Baby One More Time” (Britney Spears), “Shake It Off” (Taylor Swift) and “Can’t Feel My Face” (The Weeknd). Martin penned all of Kay Perry’s number ones and most recently, “Can’t Stop the Feeling” (Justin Timberlake. It is not an exaggeration to say that Martin is the most successful pop writer this millennium.
Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds will also be inducted. Babyface has written 23 #1 songs on the R&B Chart, including the monster hit, End of the Road (Boyz II Men).
Also chosen was the prolific songwriting and production team of Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, whose relationship with Janet Jackson made her a megastar.
Motown founder Berry Gordy was also included. Besides being the creator of a musical empire, Gordy was a decent songwriter who helped write many of his label’s hits.
The final entrants are Peter Catera, Robert Lamm and James Pankow of Chicago.
This year marks the 48th Annual Induction, which will take place on June 15 at the Marriott Marquis in New York City.
We here at Notinhalloffame.com would like to congratulate this year’s Hall of Fame Class.
The 2017 Songwriters HOF Class is announced
Feb 22, 2017
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We haven’t come up with (nor do we really plan to) a list for those who are not in the Songwriters Hall of Fame, but it is an institution in which we hold in high regard.
As such, the news that the Songwriters Hall of Fame has announced their latest class is definitely “music to our ears”.
The class of 2017 is perhaps one of the most diverse ever, and much of the attention is being showered on Shawn Carter, professionally known as Jay-Z.
The induction of Jay-Z marks the first time that a rapper has been chosen for the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Still a very successful musician, the industry mogul has reached the top of the Billboard Album charts 13 times. There is no real reason to think that he can’t do it again.
Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds has also been chosen. While Babyface had a successful career as a solo act he is actually held in higher regard as a songwriter. He was responsible for writing such hits as “Breathe Again” (Toni Braxton) and “I’ll Make Love to You” (Boyz II Men).
Janet Jackson may not have gotten into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, but Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, who produced and wrote most of her hits were chosen.
Chicago, who were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame saw three of their principal members and songwriters, Robert Lamm, James Pankow and Peter Cetera chosen for Songwriters Hall.
Perhaps the most successful songwriter of this class is the one most of you haven’t heard of. From Sweden, Max Martin has penned or co-penned 22 number one hits including “I Want it That Way” (The Backstreet Boys), “Baby, One More Time” (Britney Spears), “I Kissed a Girl” (Katy Perry), “Blank Space” (Taylor Swift) and “I Can’t Feel My Face” (The Weeknd). Only the songwriting team of John Lennon and Paul McCartney have had more #1 hits.
The final inductee of this class is Berry Gordy, who while is best known for launching Motown, was also a songwriter who co-wrote hits for Smokey Robinson and the Jackson 5.
We here at Notinhalloffame.com would like to congratulate the Songwriters Hall of Fame Class of 2017.
As such, the news that the Songwriters Hall of Fame has announced their latest class is definitely “music to our ears”.
The class of 2017 is perhaps one of the most diverse ever, and much of the attention is being showered on Shawn Carter, professionally known as Jay-Z.
The induction of Jay-Z marks the first time that a rapper has been chosen for the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Still a very successful musician, the industry mogul has reached the top of the Billboard Album charts 13 times. There is no real reason to think that he can’t do it again.
Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds has also been chosen. While Babyface had a successful career as a solo act he is actually held in higher regard as a songwriter. He was responsible for writing such hits as “Breathe Again” (Toni Braxton) and “I’ll Make Love to You” (Boyz II Men).
Janet Jackson may not have gotten into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, but Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, who produced and wrote most of her hits were chosen.
Chicago, who were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame saw three of their principal members and songwriters, Robert Lamm, James Pankow and Peter Cetera chosen for Songwriters Hall.
Perhaps the most successful songwriter of this class is the one most of you haven’t heard of. From Sweden, Max Martin has penned or co-penned 22 number one hits including “I Want it That Way” (The Backstreet Boys), “Baby, One More Time” (Britney Spears), “I Kissed a Girl” (Katy Perry), “Blank Space” (Taylor Swift) and “I Can’t Feel My Face” (The Weeknd). Only the songwriting team of John Lennon and Paul McCartney have had more #1 hits.
The final inductee of this class is Berry Gordy, who while is best known for launching Motown, was also a songwriter who co-wrote hits for Smokey Robinson and the Jackson 5.
We here at Notinhalloffame.com would like to congratulate the Songwriters Hall of Fame Class of 2017.
Peter Cetera will not play at the RRHOF Induction Ceremony
Feb 09, 2016
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While it was announced by Ice Cube that N.W.A. would be performing at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, another key figure has announced that he won’t be.
Former Chicago front man, Peter Cetera had this to say on his blog:
"Unfortunately, this scenario doesn't work for me. I know we all did our best to make it happen, but I guess it's just not meant to be…Personally, I'm frustrated and tired of dealing with this and it's time to move on."
That doesn’t exactly explain a lot does it?
It has been speculated that Cetera and the rest of the band could not agree on which song to perform.
Cetera was with the band from the beginning until leaving to focus on his solo career. He would emerge as the main lead singer for the group and the groups most notable hits, “If You Leave Me Now”, “25 or 6 to 4” and “Baby, What A Big Surprise”.
This will not prevent a performance form the rest of the band as Chicago is expected to perform at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame ceremony in April.
Former Chicago front man, Peter Cetera had this to say on his blog:
"Unfortunately, this scenario doesn't work for me. I know we all did our best to make it happen, but I guess it's just not meant to be…Personally, I'm frustrated and tired of dealing with this and it's time to move on."
That doesn’t exactly explain a lot does it?
It has been speculated that Cetera and the rest of the band could not agree on which song to perform.
Cetera was with the band from the beginning until leaving to focus on his solo career. He would emerge as the main lead singer for the group and the groups most notable hits, “If You Leave Me Now”, “25 or 6 to 4” and “Baby, What A Big Surprise”.
This will not prevent a performance form the rest of the band as Chicago is expected to perform at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame ceremony in April.
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame announced the class of 2016
Dec 17, 2015
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For us at Notinhalloffame.com, Christmas always comes early. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has announced the new inductees and there are many people who are rejoicing and just as many who are disgusted.
Deep Purple, who held the top stop on our list and have been in the top five since our website’s inception has made it on its third try. Numerous band members have been vocal about their distaste for the Hall, however many Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees have been very open about their desire to see the British rockers in. This will necessitate a change in our logo, which currently features the band as the “Rock and Roll Hall of Fame snub.
N.W.A. has also been chosen. This selection coincides with the successful biopic of the band that received critical acclaim and also educated a new generation to the impact of the hip hop group.
Chicago, who have been eligible for the Hall since 1994, finally received their first nomination this year. The classic rock group has been named on multiple snub lists for years.
The same holds true for the Steve Miller Band, who have also been eligible for over two decades and received their first nomination this year.
The final inductees are the power pop group, Cheap Trick who also had their first nomination this year.
While fans of those artists are certainly pleased, there are an equal amount of fans who will wake up disappointed.
Janet Jackson who has significant online support (led by Mike Litherland who we have had the pleasure of interviewing twice) did not get in. This was her first nomination, and her snub this year will likely increase the support for her candidacy.
Progressive rock group, Yes, were told “No”. They too have a large throng of fans clamoring for their induction.
The Smiths were denied as were Nine Inch Nails, who have been on the ballot for the first two years of their eligibility.
For the tenth time, Chic failed to get in. The only thing we seem to know for sure is that this trend will happen again next year.
The Spinners, Chaka Khan, The J.B’s and Los Lobos were also not chosen.
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame ceremony will take place on April 8th at the Barclay’s Center in Brooklyn, New York.
With this, we will be taking a deeper look at the inductees in upcoming articles and will begin work on a revised list, which we are looking to have up in late January.
We here at Notinhalloffame.com would like to congratulate this group of inductees and look forward to debating this topic for years to come.
Deep Purple, who held the top stop on our list and have been in the top five since our website’s inception has made it on its third try. Numerous band members have been vocal about their distaste for the Hall, however many Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees have been very open about their desire to see the British rockers in. This will necessitate a change in our logo, which currently features the band as the “Rock and Roll Hall of Fame snub.
N.W.A. has also been chosen. This selection coincides with the successful biopic of the band that received critical acclaim and also educated a new generation to the impact of the hip hop group.
Chicago, who have been eligible for the Hall since 1994, finally received their first nomination this year. The classic rock group has been named on multiple snub lists for years.
The same holds true for the Steve Miller Band, who have also been eligible for over two decades and received their first nomination this year.
The final inductees are the power pop group, Cheap Trick who also had their first nomination this year.
While fans of those artists are certainly pleased, there are an equal amount of fans who will wake up disappointed.
Janet Jackson who has significant online support (led by Mike Litherland who we have had the pleasure of interviewing twice) did not get in. This was her first nomination, and her snub this year will likely increase the support for her candidacy.
Progressive rock group, Yes, were told “No”. They too have a large throng of fans clamoring for their induction.
The Smiths were denied as were Nine Inch Nails, who have been on the ballot for the first two years of their eligibility.
For the tenth time, Chic failed to get in. The only thing we seem to know for sure is that this trend will happen again next year.
The Spinners, Chaka Khan, The J.B’s and Los Lobos were also not chosen.
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame ceremony will take place on April 8th at the Barclay’s Center in Brooklyn, New York.
With this, we will be taking a deeper look at the inductees in upcoming articles and will begin work on a revised list, which we are looking to have up in late January.
We here at Notinhalloffame.com would like to congratulate this group of inductees and look forward to debating this topic for years to come.
If I Had a Ballot for the 2016 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Nominations
Dec 09, 2015
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This month, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame will be announcing its 2016 inductees. Judas Priest, who gives a fat rat's ass any more, anyway?
I'm not kidding. No one is ever happy with the selections. There is no definition of what "rock and roll" is, which means that there is no consensus on which artists are appropriate candidates. Apart from the need to have released the first recording at least 25 years previously to qualify and a vague suggestion of "musical excellence," there are no criteria that can be universally applied. And with only fragmentary glimpses of the Hall's nominating committee and its selection and voting procedures, sustained mutterings about how the entire process is an industry charade stage-managed by driving force Jann Wenner and his cronies are approaching whispered revelations about the Freemasons, the Illuminati, and other occult conspiracies.
I'm not kidding. No one is ever happy with the selections. There is no definition of what "rock and roll" is, which means that there is no consensus on which artists are appropriate candidates. Apart from the need to have released the first recording at least 25 years previously to qualify and a vague suggestion of "musical excellence," there are no criteria that can be universally applied. And with only fragmentary glimpses of the Hall's nominating committee and its selection and voting procedures, sustained mutterings about how the entire process is an industry charade stage-managed by driving force Jann Wenner and his cronies are approaching whispered revelations about the Freemasons, the Illuminati, and other occult conspiracies.
The Rock and Roll HOF nominees are announced!
Oct 08, 2015
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At 2:00 AM Eastern the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has announced their Class of 2016 Nominees and it features some new possibilities, old returnees and a few headscratchers.
Let’s take a look at this group in order of their rank on Norinhalloffame.com.
Deep Purple: (#1)The British rockers have been nominated twice before, though their first nomination came seventeen years after being declared eligible. They have been number one on our list for the past two years and have never been out of the top four since our website began.
The Smiths: (#5) This is their second straight nomination. The group has always been ranked in our top ten.
N.W.A.: (#11) This is their fourth consecutive nomination and coming off of their successful biopic, this could be their year.
Chicago: (#12) Surprisingly, this is the first nomination for Chicago who have waited over twenty years for this. Seriously, how could this one wait so long just to get to this stage?
Yes: (#16) The progressive rock band gets a second shot at the Hall and clearly they have landed on Cleveland’s radar.
The Steve Miller Band (#21) This also marks the first time that the Steve Miller Band has been nominated and like Chicago it took over twenty years to get here. Chances are that all of you reading this had a cd of their greatest hits.
Nine Inch Nails (#33) This is Trent Reznor’s second nomination and the man who will likely (maybe this year) become the lone Industrial representative of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Janet Jackson: (#34) This is the first nomination for Janet Jackson and we know our friends at the #Inductjanet campaign will be thrilled! This is a strong female contender for an institution that claims to support gender equity.
The Cars: (#36) Steadily climbing our chart since its inception, this marks the first nomination for the Ric Ocasek led Pop/New Wave group.
Cheap Trick: (#44) This is another first time nominee as the Chicago based power-pop rock group has been increasing in legacy in recent years.
The Spinners (#54) The Spinners are nominated for a third time and considering that the band they inspired (Hall & Oates) got in, perhaps this year the Spinners will add another Philly Soul representative to the Hall.
Chic: (#100) This is the eleventh (that is not a misprint) nomination for the R&B/Disco outfit from the 70’s and this is getting a little sad. Why not just induct Nile Rodgers through the same back door that they used to crowbar Ringo Starr in last year?
Chaka Khan (#131) Huh? With all due respect to Chaka Khan, we are far more interested in seeing her inducted with Rufus, which is actually what the ranking reflects. This is Chaka Khan’s first nomination.
Los Lobos (#135) I hope to God that those of you reading this only think that this group was known for covering La Bamba! This is also there first nomination.
The J.B.’s (Unranked) Another strange nomination considering that the Rock Hall not long ago inducted multiple backing bands, including that of James Brown’s first band, The Famous Flames. This was the band that supported Brown from the 70’s to the 90’s.
We know we are going to hear a lot about this one and expect that there will be a lot of people upset that their favourite musician(s) were not chosen. And while there is certainly a lot to criticize it is nice to see so many first time nominees.
Now it’s your turn.
Do you agree with these choices? Let us know here at Notinhalloffame.com!
Let’s take a look at this group in order of their rank on Norinhalloffame.com.
Deep Purple: (#1)The British rockers have been nominated twice before, though their first nomination came seventeen years after being declared eligible. They have been number one on our list for the past two years and have never been out of the top four since our website began.
The Smiths: (#5) This is their second straight nomination. The group has always been ranked in our top ten.
N.W.A.: (#11) This is their fourth consecutive nomination and coming off of their successful biopic, this could be their year.
Chicago: (#12) Surprisingly, this is the first nomination for Chicago who have waited over twenty years for this. Seriously, how could this one wait so long just to get to this stage?
Yes: (#16) The progressive rock band gets a second shot at the Hall and clearly they have landed on Cleveland’s radar.
The Steve Miller Band (#21) This also marks the first time that the Steve Miller Band has been nominated and like Chicago it took over twenty years to get here. Chances are that all of you reading this had a cd of their greatest hits.
Nine Inch Nails (#33) This is Trent Reznor’s second nomination and the man who will likely (maybe this year) become the lone Industrial representative of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Janet Jackson: (#34) This is the first nomination for Janet Jackson and we know our friends at the #Inductjanet campaign will be thrilled! This is a strong female contender for an institution that claims to support gender equity.
The Cars: (#36) Steadily climbing our chart since its inception, this marks the first nomination for the Ric Ocasek led Pop/New Wave group.
Cheap Trick: (#44) This is another first time nominee as the Chicago based power-pop rock group has been increasing in legacy in recent years.
The Spinners (#54) The Spinners are nominated for a third time and considering that the band they inspired (Hall & Oates) got in, perhaps this year the Spinners will add another Philly Soul representative to the Hall.
Chic: (#100) This is the eleventh (that is not a misprint) nomination for the R&B/Disco outfit from the 70’s and this is getting a little sad. Why not just induct Nile Rodgers through the same back door that they used to crowbar Ringo Starr in last year?
Chaka Khan (#131) Huh? With all due respect to Chaka Khan, we are far more interested in seeing her inducted with Rufus, which is actually what the ranking reflects. This is Chaka Khan’s first nomination.
Los Lobos (#135) I hope to God that those of you reading this only think that this group was known for covering La Bamba! This is also there first nomination.
The J.B.’s (Unranked) Another strange nomination considering that the Rock Hall not long ago inducted multiple backing bands, including that of James Brown’s first band, The Famous Flames. This was the band that supported Brown from the 70’s to the 90’s.
We know we are going to hear a lot about this one and expect that there will be a lot of people upset that their favourite musician(s) were not chosen. And while there is certainly a lot to criticize it is nice to see so many first time nominees.
Now it’s your turn.
Do you agree with these choices? Let us know here at Notinhalloffame.com!
Chicago
Jan 11, 2015
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Had we done this list with the criteria of chart success, Chicago would have easily been in our top ten. Having charted over multiple decades, Chicago has enjoyed a devoted following that few on this list can match. One has to wonder if the band was a little flashier, and the fans a little louder if it would not come as such a great shock as to the average music fan as to just how successful they were.