Tom Waits, Bon Jovi, Beastie Boys, LL Cool J top eclectic list of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominees
When the list arrived of this year's nominees for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the first thing that occurred to me was a very current cliche. The roster -- eclectic, centerless, open to many interpretations -- seemed very...
Topix — In this June 7, 2010 file photo, from left, guitarist Richie Sambora, keyboardist David Bryan, lead singer Jon Bon Jovi and drummer Tico Torres pose during a photocall. more info
Topix — Those nominees along with Chic, Donovan, Dr. John, J. Geils Band, LL Cool J , Darlene Love, Laura Nyro, Donna Summer, Joe Tex, Tom Waits and Chuck Willis were announced T... more info
Guardian Music — Bon Jovi and Beastie Boys are also on diverse shortlist including Donna Summer and Neil Diamond, with Chic nominated for the fifth timeAlice Cooper, LL Cool J and Tom Wai... more info
L.A. Times - Pop & Hiss — When the list arrived of this year's nominees for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the first thing that occurred to me was a very current cliche. The roster -- eclectic, c... more info
ContactMusic — BEASTIE BOYS and TOM WAITS are among a new batch of nominees announced for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, reports BBC News. The eclectic list also includes the rockers B... more info