Music
Nominees annoucned for 2011 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
by Ciaran Thompson
September 29, 2010
Officials have announced the nominees for induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for 2011. Among them is Alice Cooper, Beastie Boys, Bon Jovi, Chic, Neil Diamond, Donovan, LL Cool J, Joe Tex and Tom Waits. Other names appearing on the list include Dr John, Laura Nyro, Donna Summer, Darlene Love and Chuck Willis.
Ballots have been sent out to over 500 music industry professionals who will submit their choices before December’s induction announcement. Those who receive over 50% will be inducted into the Hall of Fame in March of next year.
In order for an artist or band to be eligible they must have have released their first single or album at least 25 years prior to the year of nomination – no later than 1985 for the current nominees.
“We believe our nominating committee has put forth a list of artists that truly represent the wide variety of music that defines rock and roll,” said Joel Peresman, president and CEO of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Foundation.