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47. The B-52’s

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Sometimes, you can’t associate music to a region. Coming from the American South, The B-52’s redefined what music was supposed to be from there. Then again, nothing was ever typical with the B-52’s.

Arriving in the late 70’s with their retro chic look, The B-52’s also had a sound as unique as their appearance. Their music had trace elements of Disco and with driving surf guitars and unique interchanges between the three singers they created a danceable New Wave style that was as eccentric as it was fun. Although they meet the Hall’s key requirement of innovation, their campy lyrics and look may overshadow what is a real solid Rock band.




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Should The B-52's be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put them in! - 89.2%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 5.4%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 1.5%
No opinion. - 0%
No way! - 3.8%

The Bullet Points

  • Previous Rank: 2010: #56
    2011: #59
    2012: #59
    2013  #58
    2014: #57
    2015: #57
    2016: #58
  • Eligible Since: Thursday, 01 January 2004
  • Country of Origin: U.S.A. (Athens, GA)
  • Why they will get in: They are a lot more respected than people think.
  • Why they won't get in: They may not be able to overcome their kitschy image.
  • Nominated in: Never
  • Essential Albums: The B-52’s (1979)
    Wild Planet (1981)
    Bouncing off the Satellites (1986)
    Cosmic Thing (1989)
  • Our Five Favorite Songs as Chosen by Each Member of the NIHOF Committee: Rock Lobster (From The B-52’s, 1979)
    Planet Claire (From The B 52’s, 1979)
    Party out of Bounds (From Wild Planet, 1981)
    Give Me Back My Man (From Wild Planet, 1981)
    Private Idaho (From Wild Planet, 1981)

Should The B-52's be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put them in! - 89.2%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 5.4%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 1.5%
No opinion. - 0%
No way! - 3.8%

THE B-52S

Apr 20, 2025

Buy your Tickets to see The B-52s HERE!

The Venetian Theatre at The Venetian Resort, 3355 S Las Vegas Blvd , Las Vegas, United States Of America

THE B52'S, BLONDIE AND DEVO TRIBUTES

May 17, 2025

Buy your Tickets to see The B52's, Blondie and Devo Tributes HERE!

The Biergarten at Old World HB, 7561 Center Ave., #49, Huntington Beach, United States Of America

 
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