Yusuf is the 2014’s inductee of the famous Hall of Fame
It’s official! On 16th December 2013, Yusuf Islam, also known as Cat Stevens, inducted into the Rock-And-Roll Hall of Fame. This induction is an honour by itself, for the Hall of Fame is home to some of the best and well-known and loved Rock and Roll singers-and-songwriters of all time.
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The nominees for 2014 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
The Hall of Fame is nothing short of an amazing recognition set to commemorate the artists who influenced the path of the Rock and Roll genre, inspiring others through their music and giving creative example for others to emulate. Hall of Fame serves as a reminder of whom and what these people mean for the youth then and now.
Therefore, the Induction to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is not something to be sneezed at, for the award makes a much more lasting impression than any other music awards. One can say Hall of Fame is an Oscar awards of sorts, but one that comprises their musical influences, their background and their own success in their musical endeavor.
To be first inducted, the respective singer’s album must be at least 25 years old. This give enough time for the judges to note how the songs have influenced the youth for generations, as well as how much it has affected the creative songwriting process of the current artists. One can note for example Cat Steven’s song “Wild World” has been made into various covers by artists such as Jimmy Cliff in 1970 and in 2007 by James Blunt. These are the examples of achievements which the community of the Hall of Fame looks out for, where the composition, the lyrical influence and even how much these Inductees affect the lives of others across generations.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Museum via gigg.com
The Hall of Fame is set up to promote and celebrate these singers, where their achievements and awards will be exhibited in the hall ways of The Museum. The Inductees however, have their own wing, for their works will be displayed in a special exhibit in a special wing that is just over Lake Erie of Cleveland, Ohio.
Another unique feature of this award is during the Hall of Fame ceremony: The Inductee who received their place in the Hall of Fame, will receive their award from the very artist who have been INFLUENCED by the Inductees themselves. This form of appreciation is what makes this Hall of Fame very unique and a class above all other awards. Therefore, for Yusuf to receive this Induction is no small matter, for it represents his achievement, his songs, and his influences in making an impact in the Rock-and-Roll world.
The 29th Annual Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will take place on Thursday, April 10, 2014 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. The event will be open to the public for the first time in the city. – Munsyeed Dot Com