Dolly Parton performs at her induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, November 2022
Photo: FilmMagic, Jeff Kravitz. All rights reserved.
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The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has redefined the term “rock music” in its mission statement to better interpret it – and to appease critics who believe certain artists of certain genres should be denied inclusion.
Hall of Fame requirements and the general representation of music in the museum will be less influenced by the “golden age of classic rock,” CEO Greg Harris said at a Jan. 30 press conference.
In the future, the jury will pay attention to the history of rock ‘n’ roll music. “Born from the collision of rhythm and blues, country and gospel, rock and roll is an inclusive and ever-changing spirit,” it says. The new commission celebrates “the sound of youth culture” and honors “the artists whose music connects us all”.
The Rock & Roll Hall is always criticized. In 2021, Corey Taylor called her “a bunch of junk.” The Slipknot singer said his band probably won’t accept their recording. Gene Simmons said it’s “disgusting” that Iron Maiden aren’t in the arena yet. Most recently, Dolly Parton declined her nomination in 2022 because she didn’t see herself as a rock artist. In the end, she accepted the honor and attended the induction ceremony. With her upcoming album “Rock Stars” she wants to do justice to the award and try herself as a rock musician.
In addition to Parton, Duran Duran, Eurythmics, Eminem, Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo, Lionel Richie and Carly Simon were inducted into the Hall of Fame last year. Who will follow in 2023 will be announced on February 1st. A committee of music historians makes this decision. Only musicians who released their first album at least 25 years ago are considered.
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