Sonic Youth was eligible for the R&R hall of fame in 2007... what's the deal?

E. Noisefield · 10.29.2011, 05:53 PM

On paper, SY was 25 years old in 2007, making them eligible for the Rock and Roll hall of fame.

So why haven't they been chosen?

They've been nominated, I believe, at least once (I checked out futurerocklegends.com or whatever and saw that) but not selected.

Do you think they should be in there?
Why, or why not?

Velvet Underground were selected the first year they were eligible, I believe, and one could argue that SY has had a more direct influence than even they did. Any thoughts?

Magic Wheel Memory · 10.29.2011, 09:50 PM

R&R Hall of Fame is a joke.

dasx · 10.29.2011, 11:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Magic Wheel Memory

R&R Hall of Fame is a joke.

Exactly.

blunderbuss · 10.30.2011, 01:23 AM

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Originally Posted by E. Noisefield

Rock and Roll hall of fame

I reckon the clue's probably in the sixth word.

Pelle · 10.30.2011, 06:54 AM

REAL rock n roll bands are not a part of that poser-club.

Thin_icE · 10.30.2011, 12:11 PM

Honestly, and not to be rude or anything but, I've never understood what's the big deal with the RNR hall of fame. The way I see it, it's just like the grammies, lots of flash and no meaning at all.

E. Noisefield · 10.30.2011, 01:14 PM

Yeah, I agree that the hall of fame is bullshit.

I actually don't think SY has any place in that fucked up shithole pantheon of supposedly influential artists. I know there are some great bands in there... there would have to be, because even at the mainstream level you find a great band every once in a while.

But does SY have a place next to Michael Jackson and Jim Morrison?? Fuck no. In some respects, they might have a place next to the Beatles, but only about .009% of Americans know that.

hirsute_biped · 10.30.2011, 01:42 PM

I feel like the RHRHOF is both total bullshit, and awesome. If ever in Cleveland, I will be visiting the museum full of awesome gear & artifacts. I loathe award ceremonies/shows. I like how JERRY GARCIA sent a cardboard cutout of himself to recieve the award when the Grateful Dead were inducted, that was so punk.

E. Noisefield · 10.30.2011, 03:18 PM

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Originally Posted by hirsute_biped

I like how JERRY GARCIA sent a cardboard cutout of himself to recieve the award when the Grateful Dead were inducted, that was so punk.

Contrary to popular belief, the Dead were at least 60% punk at heart. I love that fucking band.

StevOK · 11.02.2011, 10:50 PM

I think the key word here is "Fame".

knox · 11.03.2011, 11:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Pelle

REAL rock n roll bands are not a part of that poser-club.

REAL rock and roll.

jon boy · 11.03.2011, 11:19 AM

i thought that they are in the r n r hall of fame? they definitely have hand prints in concrete at some r n r hall of fame place in LA. maybe thats something different.

evollove · 11.03.2011, 11:57 AM

I'm not sure why Sy has been snubbed, but it's not just because they aren't famous enough.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of...Fame_inductees

There are a few names on this list that in no way qualify as famous (though, of course, most do). "Clyde McFadder" anyone?

jennthebenn · 11.03.2011, 12:01 PM

Clyde McPhatter, singer for the Drifters, long and influential solo career? His voice is famous enough, forget the name.

10.29.2011, 05:53 PM	#1
E. Noisefield the end of the ugly Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: In the hearts of men Posts: 869	On paper, SY was 25 years old in 2007, making them eligible for the Rock and Roll hall of fame. So why haven't they been chosen? They've been nominated, I believe, at least once (I checked out futurerocklegends.com or whatever and saw that) but not selected. Do you think they should be in there? Why, or why not? Velvet Underground were selected the first year they were eligible, I believe, and one could argue that SY has had a more direct influence than even they did. Any thoughts?
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Magic Wheel Memory the end of the ugly Join Date: May 2006 Location: Nowhere, NJ Posts: 836	R&R Hall of Fame is a joke. __________________ www.myspace.com/infinityad
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Pelle expwy. to yr skull Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Sweden Posts: 1,725	REAL rock n roll bands are not a part of that poser-club.
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Thin_icE bad moon rising Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 202	Honestly, and not to be rude or anything but, I've never understood what's the big deal with the RNR hall of fame. The way I see it, it's just like the grammies, lots of flash and no meaning at all.
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10.30.2011, 01:14 PM	#7
E. Noisefield the end of the ugly Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: In the hearts of men Posts: 869	Yeah, I agree that the hall of fame is bullshit. I actually don't think SY has any place in that fucked up shithole pantheon of supposedly influential artists. I know there are some great bands in there... there would have to be, because even at the mainstream level you find a great band every once in a while. But does SY have a place next to Michael Jackson and Jim Morrison?? Fuck no. In some respects, they might have a place next to the Beatles, but only about .009% of Americans know that.
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10.30.2011, 01:42 PM	#8
hirsute_biped the end of the ugly Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Manta Sonica, California Posts: 1,165	I feel like the RHRHOF is both total bullshit, and awesome. If ever in Cleveland, I will be visiting the museum full of awesome gear & artifacts. I loathe award ceremonies/shows. I like how JERRY GARCIA sent a cardboard cutout of himself to recieve the award when the Grateful Dead were inducted, that was so punk.
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StevOK expwy. to yr skull Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Henrietta, TX Posts: 2,412	I think the key word here is "Fame". __________________ Follow me! Soundcloud Tumblr Facebook
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jon boy invito al cielo Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: psycho battery Posts: 12,161	i thought that they are in the r n r hall of fame? they definitely have hand prints in concrete at some r n r hall of fame place in LA. maybe thats something different. __________________ Sarcasm[A] is stating the opposite of an intended meaning especially in order to sneeringly, slyly, jest or mock a person, situation or thing \|@ <------- Euphoric brain cell just moments before expiration V _ \ / _ PING <-------- moments later / \ http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_ljhxq...isruo1_500.gif
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evollove invito al cielo Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 2,879	I'm not sure why Sy has been snubbed, but it's not just because they aren't famous enough. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of...Fame_inductees There are a few names on this list that in no way qualify as famous (though, of course, most do). "Clyde McFadder" anyone?
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jennthebenn expwy. to yr skull Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Maryland Posts: 2,259	Clyde McPhatter, singer for the Drifters, long and influential solo career? His voice is famous enough, forget the name. __________________ http://jennthebenn.tumblr.com/
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