Hall of fame News
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Brooklyn -
Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Frankie Valli chatted with Digital Journal about his upcoming shows in New York this July. Valli also shared his advice for young and aspiring musicians and spoke about how technology and streaming changed the music industry.
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"Miss Country Soul" Jeannie Seely has a major reason to be proud. She is included in the "American Currents: The Music of 2018" exhibit.
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The legacy of rock and guitar icon Link Wray lives on. His signature song, "Rumble," will enter the Grammy Hall of Fame this year.
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Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Brenda Lee has a major reason to be proud. Her holiday classic has entered the Grammy Hall of Fame.
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The Zombies have a major reason to celebrate. They have earned rock music's highest honor: an induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
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Veteran singer-songwriter Stevie Nicks has made rock and roll history. She is the first woman inducted into the coveted Rock and Roll Hall of Fame twice.
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The Zombies are one of the most overdue rock groups for an induction into the prestigious Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. This should be their year.
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Westbury -
Radio star Bruce Morrow, affectionately known as Cousin Brucie, chatted with Digital Journal at the red carpet of the Long Island Music Hall of Fame on November 8.
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Rock queen Joan Jett and her band, The Blackhearts, have released a compelling new music video for their empowering song "Fresh Start."
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Westbury -
On November 8, veteran guitarist Tommy Byrnes, of Billy Joel's band, will be inducted into the Long Island Music Hall of Fame.
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Coos Bay -
Olympic gold medalist and runner Billy Mills chatted with Digital Journal about his upcoming film screening on October 30 at the Egyptian Theatre in Coos Bay, Oregon.
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English rock group The Cure have a major reason to be proud. They scored a nomination for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
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Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Calvin Simon, the former founding member of Parliament Funkadelic, released his latest single "I Believe," which is quite impressive.
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On September 27, Ricky Skaggs was officially inducted into the International Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame at the IBMA awards ceremony.
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Two years ago, on September 25, 2016, veteran country music songstress Jean Shepard passed away at the age of 82 years old.
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In March of 2018, American sprinter Allyson Felix was inducted into the National High School Track and Field Hall of Fame, as part of its inaugural class.
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Veteran musician Stevie Nicks would make a great choice for an upcoming nomination for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a solo artist.
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In March of 2018, American runner Alan Webb was inducted into the National High School Track and Field Hall of Fame, in its inaugural class.
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In March of 2018, distinguished athlete Jim Ryun was inducted into the National High School Track and Field Hall of Fame.
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In March of 2018, two-time Olympic gold medalist Bob Mathias was posthumously inducted into the National High School Track and Field Hall of Fame.
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Nashville -
On October 10, 2018, the Dottie West Birthday Jam will be held at 3rd &Lindsley in Nashville. It will be hosted by "Miss Country Soul" Jeannie Seely.
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New York City -
On August 14, Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Alice Cooper chatted with Digital Journal about his new live album, and his upcoming show at Beacon Theatre in New York.
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Justin Hayward, the lead singer and guitarist of The Moody Blues, chatted with Digital Journal about his upcoming solo shows in New York. He also discussed his induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, as part of The Moody Blues.
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In March of 2018, legendary American athlete Jesse Owens was posthumously inducted into the National High School Track and Field Hall of Fame.
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Raleigh -
On July 25, it was announced that 15-time Grammy winner Ricky Skaggs is headed to the International Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame, as part of its class of 2018.
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"The Queen of Rockabilly" Wanda Jackson has announced that she is working on new music, with rock queen Joan Jett as producer.
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Allee Willis was inducted into the coveted Songwriters Hall of Fame in June of 2018, but the accolades keep coming for the veteran entertainer.
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Olympic gold medalist Nastia Liukin chatted with Digital Journal chatted about her induction into the International Gymnastics Hall Of Fame, and appearing in the new Chuck Wicks music video.
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New York -
In March of 2018, Olympian Steve Prefontaine was posthumously immortalized in the National High School Track and Field Hall of Fame in a ceremony that was held in New York City.
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Cleveland -
Fans of Link Wray have a major reason to celebrate. His signature song "Rumble" was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on April 14 in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Hall of fame Image
Rock and Roll of Fame Museum in Cleveland, Ohio. Wikimedia Commons
Jim Ed Brown presented with his Country Music Hall of Fame medallion. Jeremy Westby
Bud Salard is considered a dandy fiddle player and worthy of a Louisiana country music recognition.
Andre Reed and Jim Kelly embrace after Kelly throws one final pass to his former wide receiver. Screen Capture
Heart inducted into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Photo Courtesy of Norman Seeff
Bobby Bare is a 2013 inductee of the Country Music Hall of Fame, along with Kenny Rogers and 'Cowboy' Jack Clement. Photo Courtesy of Pete Mroz
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony to take place at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York Wikimedia Commons
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio MusikAnimal, Wikimedia Commons
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