Pop musicians are foreign. Foreign pop and disco groups of the eighties

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10 centimeters cubed (10cc)- English pop group from the 70s. Known as an experimental band, borrowing the styles of the 60s and reworking it for a modern sound. Throughout the decade, the group had world hits more than once. The most famous songs of the group: "Donna", "Rubber Bullets", "I'm Not in Love" and others.

ABBA (ABBA)

ABBA (ABBA) - Legendary Swedish pop group 70s. The most successful group in Europe. Since 1973 and the song "Waterloo" the group has constantly kept at the top of the charts in the world. The most famous song is difficult to determine, since so many songs are still extremely popular.
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Arabesque

Arabesque - German girl pop group of the late 70s. Thanks to fashion trend those years on women's groups and after recording the hit "Hello Mr. Monkey" in 1977, the group became known in Europe.

Blondie

Blondie (Blondie) - Pop group of the late 70's from the United States. The bright and memorable appearance of the soloist of the group and the breakthrough first album " parallel lines(Parallel Lines)" lifted the band to number one on the American music charts in 1978. The most famous hits: "Call me (Call Me)" and "Heart in a glass (Heart of Glass)".

America (America)

America (America) - American pop group of the 70s, working in the style of folk-pop. They achieved popularity after only 1 year, after the release of the first self-titled album. The band's biggest hits are "A Horse with No Name" and "Sister Golden Hair".

Bee Gees (Bee Gees)

Bee Gees - A very popular English pop group of the 70s. After the formation, the group worked in the style of rock, but only after changing direction in the mid-70s to dance music, the group really became famous around the world. Greatest hits of the group: "Stayin' Alive", "You Should Be Dancing" and many others.

The Doobie Brothers from Dubai

The Doobie Brothers from Dubai- American pop-rock band of the 70s. worldwide fame came only in the late 70s, after the release of the famous album "Minute by Minute (Minute by Minute)" and the mega-hit "Only a Fool Believes (What a Fool Believes)", which was recognized as the best song of 1979.

Boney M (Boney M)

Boney M - A very famous German group working in the style disco. Gained wide popularity in 1975, thanks to the outstanding talent of the producer and author of most of the super hits of the Frank Farian group. Very popular in Russia to this day.

Mud

Mud - English pop-rock band of the 70s. The main direction in his work was the power pop style, which was very popular in the early 70s. The peak of popularity falls on the mid-70s and the release of the singles "Traces of the Tiger (Tiger Feet)", "Crazy (Crazy)" and a number of other songs.

Guru-guru (Guru-Guru)

Guru-Guru (Guru-Guru) - German group that entered the world stage in the mid-70s. The main direction in music is kraut-rock (a mixture of rock and electronic dance music). One of the few groups - centenarians who are still working in the same composition.

The Jacksons five (The Jackson 5)

The Jacksons five (The Jackson 5)- Pop group of the 70s from the USA. The group consisted of 5 brothers. Among them, the youngest was the later famous Michael Jackson(in the center). Most popular songs groups: "Support Me (I Want You Back)", "The Love You Save (The Love You Save)", "There Be Bad (I'll Be There)" and others.

Dr. Hook

Dr. Hook- US pop-rock band that gained recognition in the early 70s. Distinctive feature groups were considered satirical texts songs and theatrical performance at concerts. Their songs "Sylvia's Mother" and "The Cover Of Rolling Stone" are known all over the world.

- English pop-rock band from the 70s. The peak of the group's creativity is the mid-70s. The group released big number albums and many world-famous hits such as Ticket To The Moon and Calling America.

ZZ Top (ZZ Top)

ZZ Top (ZZ Top) - Famous American blues band that achieved popularity in the 70s. A distinctive feature of the group is the image (huge beards and cowboy outfit) and sarcastic lyrics.

Caravan

Caravan (Caravan) - An English band that achieved popularity in the late 70s. A bright masquerade of costumes and a theatrical performance on stage during concerts distinguish the group. Especially loved in Russia. Their hits "Samurai", "Moscow" and others are very famous.

Wings

Wings (Wings) - English pop-rock group of the 70s - the project of the legendary Paul McCartney and his wife Linda. Thanks to the worldwide fame of the ex-Beatle, the group had success throughout the decade.

- American disco group of the 70s. Glory came after recording the song "Fatal you baby (Rock Your Baby)" in 1974. Their songs were certainly present in discos and were very popular.

Maybe (Can)

Maybe (Can) - German pop rock band from the 70s. She worked in the styles of kraut-rock and experimental rock. A very large role was given to solo keyboard instruments. The peak of the group's popularity falls on the beginning of the 70s, when the Japanese soloist Kenji Suzuki joins the group. The group's most famous hits are: "Vitamin C", "Spoon" and "I Want More". The group is one of the progenitors of electronic music.

Roxy Music

Roxy Music- English pop-rock band of the 70s, working in the style of art-rock (Pure music and vocals. The main musical instrument is a synthesizer). Glory to the group came after the recording of the hit "Virginia Plain", which immediately climbed to number 4 in the English chart in 1972. The group's most famous hit is "Love Is the Drug".

Eagles

The Eagles are an American pop-rock band of the 1970s that brought together country, pop and soft rock. One of the most successful groups 70s - 80s. The group released a lot of hits that topped the charts on both sides of the Atlantic. Third in the world in terms of commercial success. The most famous hits "Hotel California (Hotel California)", "Witchy Woman" and many others.

Carpenters

Carpenters (Carpenters) - A very famous American duo in the 70s, consisting of sister and brother Carpenters. The melodic and soulful songs of the duet were very different from the fashionable, at that time, heavy and defiant music. by the most famous songs duets are: "Yesterday once more" and "It takes a lot to be close to you (They long to be Close to you)"

Throbbing Gristle

Throbbing Gristle- English pop group of the 70s, which laid the foundation for the development of the industrial style. Complex musical parts on keyboards and various specials. effects in the mid-70s quickly gained popularity among the people. Their defiant and provocative lyrics caused a furious protest from the critics of those times, which gave even more popularity to the group.

Power plant (Kraftwerk)

Power plant (Kraftwerk)- German musical group of the 70s, who made a very big contribution to the development of electro-pop and techno-pop styles. The first to use voice modulation through a synthesizer. Abundance of special effects at concerts gave the group's performances a special flavor. Most famous compositions groups: "The Robots" and "Tour de France".

Faust

Faust (Faust) - German group of the 70s, working in the style of kraut-rock. The group has become the personification of the German kraut all over the world. The group became famous only 5 years after its creation, as the kraut rock niche was very competitive. But in the mid-70s, she received the status of a German rock legend.

Fleetwood Mac

Fleetwood Mac- Famous Anglo-American pop group of the 70s - 90s. World fame came to the group in the mid-70s, after recording the breakthrough album "Fleetwood Mac". The most famous hits of the team: "Rhiannon", "Dreams", "Don't Stop" and many others.

Bread

Bread (Bread) - American soft rock band of the 70s. Played in a rock style bordering on dance music. The first success came after the release of the hits "Baby I" m A Want You", "Everything I Own" and "Guitar Man", which received worldwide recognition.

When it comes to relaxation and entertainment, we cannot do without music. Music is food for the soul. Almost everyone loves music and considers it their favorite pastime. Some performers compete for best album while others compete in popularity. Some focus on money, others on creating masterpieces.

Famous Hits:

• "Get the party started",
• "Don't Let Me Go"
• Like a Pill.

Thanks to gossip about Miley Cyrus' affair with Patrick Schwarzenegger, the popularity of the 22-year-old singer has become quite obvious. She is one of those young talents who quickly become famous. Miley became famous thanks to club hits " Wrecking Ball" and " We Don't Stop”.

The beauty, divine voice and Katy Perry make the perfect combination. Real name is Katherine Elizabeth Hudson. When she came to music industry, then worked wonders, became famous and popular, thanks to the unique style of singing. Unlike other singers who are focused on love, money and sex, the themes of her songs revolve around social moments. Kathy is one of the top 12 celebrities who should become bikini models.

Hits:

• "Roar"
• firework,
• Teenage Dream.

Married to a successful rapper Jay-Z, but this does not explain the popularity. She became famous for her hard work. In more young age she was a popular member famous band “Destiny's Child". Then even more popular after the release of the solo hit “ Dangerously in Love". Beyoncé's immense fame can be seen from the fact that she sold millions of album copies and won 5 awards" Grammy". HER can be found in the ranking of the 10 sexiest and most powerful women in the world.

Top Hits:

• "Crazy in Love"
• Drunk in Love.

Lady Gaga shone at the Oscars 2015. Composition “ Sound of Music"takes her one step above the popularity she already had with the hit" bad romance". Gaga's stage performances and outspoken personality are the reason behind her popularity. synchronized dance and vocal performance make her an excellent singer. It is impossible to describe the talent in words.

One of the most anticipated albums of 2015 is the third studio album Adele. Rumor has it that it might not come out this year. But let's hope it's just a rumor. The album will be recorded with Harry Styles and Lady Gaga and her popularity depends entirely on this album. Adele has won several notable awards including a Grammy. Adele is a philanthropist, which makes the personality even more attractive.

Married to Gerard Pique, a popular Spanish football player, known to the world as popular singer. She gave birth to a son, Sasha Pique Mebarak, which only added to her popularity. Shakira's hits worth listening to Dare (La La La)" and " Hips don't lie". Shakira not only beautiful singer but also a very beautiful woman. Included in the ranking of the 10 most beautiful women in Colombia. She is one of the few popular singers who knows how to become famous and remain a personality.

Rihanna's pink dress at the 2015 Grammys was one of the hottest topics on the red carpet this year. But critics fell silent when she won a Grammy for " The Monster with Eminem. She became the first black woman to represent the brand.” Dior". Being black and being on the front pages of every fashion magazine is kind of an accomplishment. Rihanna is one of the 10 Sexiest Stars Under 30. Without a doubt, vocals are out of the question. New album“P8” will be released in 2015 and will become, as always, a bestseller.

She gained great popularity thanks to the football world cup. Jennifer performed the official song " We are One” at one of the most anticipated events with Pitbull and Claudia. The song was appreciated all over the world. In addition, she recently released a studio album “A. K. A.”

Jennifer Lopez is a very talented actress, songwriter, fashion designer, producer and dancer. She occupies a leading position in the Top 10 stars with the most beautiful smile. The singing style is unique. However, many spiteful critics often associate Jennifer's popularity with the unusually large size of the buttocks. It has long been rumored that she insured the fifth point for a million dollars!

At present, there are many different musical directions, to keep track of the appearance of which is simply impossible for an ordinary listener. But few people think about the fact that long before the emergence of newfangled bands, there were foreign performers , without which modern music would hardly exist in the form in which we know it. In this selection, we will talk about the most influential foreign musicians of the past.

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The notorious British band Black Sabbath opens our list. During their forty-year history, they had the opportunity to release countless albums, many of which went platinum. It was this group that contributed to the emergence of the incredible popularity of rock music around the world. But unlike other performers of those years, the sound of Black Sabbath was darker and slower. Thus, they unwittingly contributed further development and the emergence of the doom metal genre, which was a major success 10-15 years later. Also, it was in this group that the great Ozzy Osbourne, who needs no introduction, began his career.

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One of the most iconic pop singers of the 20th century, who influenced several musical directions at once. In the 80s, when Madonna was at the peak of her popularity, the singer collected stadiums in any city without any problems, while her records remained the best-selling ones for many years. Now Madonna continues to perform regularly and periodically tries her hand at cinema. However, the most iconic albums in her career appeared on store shelves exactly 30 years ago.

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Kurt Cobain is the most famous musician in the history of the genre, which has had several outstanding albums. But, despite not the longest career, he managed to leave an invaluable contribution to the development of modern alternative rock music. Cobain stood at the origins of grunge and brought it to the masses. Even during his lifetime, he managed to become a classic of modern music. Despite the sleazy appearance, "dirty" sound and strange behavior on stage, Nirvana musicians were able to fall in love with millions of listeners around the world. There is no doubt that contemporary music would look different without Kurt's work.

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Michael Jackson is one of the most scandalous and controversial characters of the second half of the last century. But its effect on contemporary music truly limitless. Michael was a first-class musician and dancer, whose talent could only be envied. His famous "Moonwalk" is still incredibly popular among connoisseurs of the genre. Each album of Michael Jackson invariably occupied the top of various charts. So the title of King of Pop Michael received quite deservedly. Despite numerous scandals, he was remembered by mankind precisely because of his creative activity.

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David Bowie left us quite recently. But even knowing that he had little time left to live, he continued to engage in creative activities until the very last moment. His album Blackstar, which became the main release of 2016, appeared on the shelves just a week before the death of the musician, exactly like his videos. But the most significant in the work of Bowie were the releases recorded by him back in the 70s and 80s. It was then that he was at the peak of his popularity and gained a multi-million army of fans. His hallmark there was a constant change of images and musical style. And if in one period he played classic rock, then in the next album nothing prevented Bowie from switching to some industrial or avant-garde.

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The legend of hip-hop group Public Enemy fell in love with connoisseurs of the genre back in the late 80s of the last century. There were no extra show-offs in their music, unlike modern rap artists. The audience fell in love with them mainly due to the acutely social texts, which raised important issues that worried society at that time. Some topics continue to be relevant even after 15 years. Public Enemy discussed politics, equality and police brutality in their work. At that time, this was an extremely bold step, which not all performers would have dared to take.

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The American punk rock formation Ramones successfully picked up the British trend, which was gaining more and more popularity in the world. Rebellious groups became the personification of the early 70s. And it all started with the Ramones musicians. They brought punk rock out of the cellars and brought a fair amount of melody into it. Thanks to this, a mass listener learned about this genre. The group began to collect large halls without any problems, and after years it completely gained the status modern classics. Unfortunately, most of the team is no longer with us today. But they certainly made a significant contribution to American culture.

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Metallica is the most famous metal band of all time. Even those people who cannot stand this direction of music in spirit are well acquainted with at least two or three compositions of the band. The musicians from Metallica began their creative activity in the late 70s. They managed to achieve a faster and harder sound, thanks to which a new genre was born, called thrash metal. Musicians are still the kings of this direction, despite the competition. Now Metallica without any difficulties continues to tour the world and release fresh releases.

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Rock and roll is the most iconic direction of music of the 20th century. From it came the vast majority of modern musical genres. And when it comes to rock and roll, 99% of people first of all remember the legendary Elvis Presley. The musician has made an incredible contribution to the development of the industry. Elvis' songs are still popular with music lovers of the most different ages. His hits are heard in films, while biopics have been repeatedly shot about him. A truly great man, whose work everyone should be familiar with!

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Another team that hardly needs an introduction. The Beatles- a group that originated half a century ago. At that time, their music was truly innovative and original. Before Paul McCartney, John Lennon, Ringo Starr and George Harrison, no one has yet been able to perform something even remotely similar to The Beatles. Initially, they were inspired by the work of the aforementioned Elvis Presley. But, unlike the king of rock and roll, they did not focus on the same type of dance motifs. Instead, they wrote much more lyrical and sad songs that contributed to the birth of hard rock.

It is clear that in the 20th century there were many other, no less cool performers. So do not forget to share your opinion on this matter in the comments.

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Music is a happy component in our life. When we are under stress, music can help us heal our Bad mood. beautiful music need singers who have amazing voice to be a component. With their beautiful voice along with their peppy styles, they are becoming popular in the entertainment industry. Today, we present you the top 10 most popular foreign singers in 2017. If you want to know who the most popular singer in the west Please read the list below.

Rihanna was born in Saint Michael, Barbados in 1988 and she is a famous Barbadian singer, actress and fashion designer. She started her singing career in 2005 and her first debut album Sun was released the same year. Becoming on singing career and with great effort, she has won 22 Billboard Music Awards, 6 Grammy Awards and more. In 2012, she ranked fourth as the most influential celebrity according to Forbes magazine. In the same year, she became the most popular singer.

Born in London, England in 1988, Adele is a singer-songwriter. She began her singing career in 2006 after a friend posted her demo on MySpace and brought her to the attention of XL Recordings. Two years after signing the contract, her first album comes out and makes her famous. Later, the second album sold over 26 million copies worldwide. Moreover, she has been awarded 6 Grammy Awards because of her beautiful voice for the film “007”. Coordinates: "Skyfall". Due to her many achievements, as well as her talent in her singing career, she is the second most popular singer in 2015.

A charismatic and gentle singer, Tylor Swift was born in Pennsylvania, United States in 1989. At the age of 14, she began her singing career. She is best known for country songs, which she has won 11 Country Music Association awards. Her soft and beautiful voice speaks to the public, making her debut album a fast-selling and frequently downloaded album. Because of all these reasons, she is known as the third most popular singer in 2015.

Lady Gaga is recognized as a crazy artist. Her clothes, make-up and dance style are so whimsical and flamboyant. However, she is one of the most popular singers in 2015. She has won many awards, including 5 Grammys. Her debut album, The Fame, made her famous as it sold millions of copies. She was born in New York, USA in 1986.

Shakira is not only a famous singer, but she is also a choreographer, songwriter and model. She draws the attention of the public with her very captivating performance. No other female singer can actually spiral her hip beautifully just like her. debut album"Hips Don't Lie" has won countless awards. Among the numerous awards: Grammy, Billboard Music Awards and others. She was born in Atlantico, Colombia in 1977.

Born in California, USA in 1984. Katy Perry rose to prominence with her single "Ur So Gay" released in 2007. She has won numerous awards including Guinness World Records and is known as the highest paid woman in music by Forbes magazine.

Popular American singer, songwriter and actress, Beyoncé was born in Texas, USA in 1981. She has been a very popular singer for at least one decade due to her pretty and beautiful voice. She puts all her efforts into the entertainment industry and tries to pick up fashion, dance and hairstyles to keep fans attracted to her around the world. She is ranked 7th in the TOP 10 list of the most popular female singers in 2015.

Miley Cyrus began her career as a singer in 2006 when she appeared as Miley Stewart on the Disney Channel television series Hannah Montana. She appeared to later become a teen idol. Although there is a lot of criticism about her nudity and seductive antics while on stage, she does her best and doesn't let those critics ruin her fame. And after all, she is still one of the most popular singers so far. She was born in 1992 in Tennessee, USA

The penultimate most popular singer in 2015 is Jennifer Lopez, who was born in New York, USA in 1969. In 1980, she began singing professionally. She is still the most popular female singer in the world and has one of the best selling albums worldwide. She is not only a singer, but also an actress, fashion designer and songwriter.

Least but not the most popular singer in 2015 Cheryl Cole was born in Newcastle upon Tyne, England in 1983. She started her career in 1990 as a singer and later she became a songwriter, dancer, entrepreneur, model and TV presenter. The stunning performances along with her unique voice have captured the hearts of fans all over the world.

20-ku most influential female pop stars closes Gloria Estefan) - 53-year-old Latin American singer and songwriter who has won five Grammy Awards and has sold over 90 million of her records.

On the 19th place - Lily Allen is an English pop singer who won the 2010 Brit Awards nomination as the best solo artist. The first single of Lily's second album, having started on the first line of the British national chart, lasted a month on it, while the album itself became the bestseller in the UK in the week of release.

18th the line is occupied by the Canadian singer, songwriter, music producer and actress Nelly Furtado¸ who took part in the first serious show in 2001 and has since sold 25 million of her albums.

American singer, songwriter and actress Pink (Pink) ended up on 17th positions. Alecia Beth Moore became a popular performer in early 2000. Since then, having won 2 Grammy Awards, 5 MTV Music Awards and 2 Brit Awards, Pink has been named Top Female Pop Artist from 2000 to 2010 by US Billboard magazine. According to the same magazine, she became the 6th highest paid artist in 2009, earning $ 36 million in a year - and this is only in the music field.

16th became Amy Lee- vocalist of the group "Evanescence", whose repertoire includes the album "Fallen" - one of eight albums in the history of rock, which spent a whole year in the US Top 50. The band's music sounds at ten feature films and computer games, and behind her composition - as many as 2 Grammy awards.

On the 15th the line of the most popular and best-selling - Kylie Minogue is an Australian singer, actress and songwriter. Starting her career in 1987, the 42-year-old pop star has achieved record sales of over $100 million (including 40 million albums and 60 million singles). In addition, Kylie was awarded the Order of the British Empire for services to music.

14th the spot went to a Canadian singer, songwriter, producer and actress Alanis Morissette. The star, who began her career in 1984 as a teenager, has since sold over 40 million albums worldwide.

Shania Twain- Canadian singer, rightfully called one of the most successful contemporary country music performers in the world, has become 13th . Seven singles of the singer took first place in the US country charts; her third album is the 7th best-selling album in Canadian history. Shania is also currently the only performer in the world to be awarded three consecutive Diamond Albums.

On the 12th line is located Amy Winehouse (Amy Winehouse) - English singer, performing soul-pop with jazz motifs, recognized by critics as one of the leading British performers 2000s. In Amy's career baggage - 6 Grammy nominations and a victory in 5 categories.

11th turned out Shakira- Colombian singer, dancer, songwriter, composer, music producer and philanthropist, who gave 150 concerts in 2005 in 100 cities in 37 countries. Over 2,300,000 people attended her concerts around the world that year.

American pop singer, actress and former model Whitney Houston closed top 10 most powerful women who conquered the world with their vocals. The star, having sold over 170 million albums and singles worldwide, was included in Rolling Stone Magazine's lists as one of the 100 greatest artists of all time.

On the 9th positions - Beyonce is an American R&B singer, music producer, actress, dancer and model, declared by Billboard as the most successful female artist of the 2000s. and the main radio artist of the last decade. Having sold more than 35 million albums and singles in the United States, the singer in 2010 was ranked second in the Forbes "100 Most Powerful and Influential Celebrities in the World" rating.

8th place, according to the magazine " Entertainment Weekly", deserved American pop singer, dancer and actress Christina Aguilera, which, thanks to the sale of more than 42 million albums worldwide, is ranked 20th in the list of "Artists of the Decade" according to "Billboard".

Mariah Carey ( Mariah Carey) - American pop singer, producer and actress - on 7th top 20 line. With over 100 million albums sold worldwide, Mariah has been named the best-selling pop singer of the millennium. According to the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), she is the third most popular female singer in the world.

42-year-old Canadian singer, actress, songwriter and business woman Celine Dion became 6th , thanks to the sale of over 200 million albums worldwide. Celine is also the only female artist to have sold over two million singles in the UK.

5-ku the most influential singers opens Cyndi Lauper- American pop singer, songwriter and actress, winner of Grammy and Emmy awards. The total sales of 57-year-old Cindy's records, which include 11 albums and more than 40 singles, exceed 25 million copies.

4th the position went Tina Turner is an American singer and actress whose musical career spanned over 50 years. With over 180 million copies sold worldwide, Tina is the recipient of numerous awards, and her accomplishments in rock music have earned her the title of "Queen of Rock 'n' Roll".

bronze the medal was awarded Cher (Cher)- American pop singer, songwriter, actress, director and music producer. The 64-year-old singer is one of the few people who have an Oscar, a Grammy, an Emmy and 3 Golden Globes at the same time, received for her work in the film, music and television industries.

American singer Britney Spears ( Britney Spears) - on honorary 2nd place. She is recognized as the best-selling female artist of the 2000s and the fifth-best-selling artist of all time. In June 2010, the pop star took sixth place in the Forbes ranking of the 100 greatest and most influential people in the world.

Headed same rating of the most popular and best-selling performers in pop Madonna (Madonna)- American singer, songwriter, producer, dancer, actress, director and screenwriter, as well as the most commercially successful singer who sold the largest number of their records among all: more than 200 million albums and 100 million singles. In 2008, the artist, who deservedly bears the title of "Queen of Pop", was included in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.