Bon Jovi and Beastie Boys Make List for Rock Hall of Fame

So why as Rush been snubbed this long anyway? Definitely doesn't seem right. While I'm not a big fan you can't deny they are insane musicians and have an impressive catalog along with a very loyal following.

Could be several things, I think its the lack of respect for the "progressive" rock band, the fact they were kinda a quiet band without a lot of pop appeal, known better for a "classic rock band" because of a couple song than really any knowledge of their enitire catologe. Plus they tended to influence alot of the metal, hard rock scene of the 80s where music critics tend not to be too fond of....or that they are canadian...who knows, its ridiculous

They should because of this:

YouTube - Rush - La Villa Strangiato at Pinkpop 1979

Well for the folks who vote acts in, they certainly have to be aware of Rush and their accomplishments and influence. Really no excuse that I can see for them being snubbed for this long. Especially considering that Bon Jovi has been nominated. Not to take anything away from them, they've been a great pop act for a very long time, but c'mon.

got busy in frisco
fooled around in fresno
got over on your girlie
cuz you know she never says no

im confused about something. i thought songs like high plains drifter and eggman etc were on pauls boutique while hey ladies was on license to ill?

At this point, if I was Geddy Lee and the R&R HOF called and wanted me to be available for an induction ceremony next year I'd tell them to stick it up their ass.
Rush has been uberly famous since the early 70's and doesnt need any award from a hack outfit like the HOF.

Paul's boutique is one of the greatest albums ever.

As far as hip-hop goes, it's got it all.

The Beastie could rock it out too on some serious jams...this one came up on the ipod today and just had to go back and take a look on youtube:

YouTube - Beastie Boys - Gratitude


Especially nice they pay a little homage to Pink Floyd live at Pompeii Echos style

This is awesome

YouTube - Galactica: Sabotage Comparison (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=twWd1L4fmTI)

That sh*t took alot of time, pretty cool. Sabotage...greatest music video of all time? probably

There are plenty of rock acts that should be in the Hall of Fame, yet pop acts are getting in? There should be a separate HOF for pop acts in my opinion. I will give it to the Beastie Boys though. They did induce a certain amount of rock into their music and I really liked them. Certainly Bon Jovi deserves it. It is a nothing short of a crime that Rush is not in, as well as some other acts such as Journey.