Metallica, Run D.M.C., the Stooges nominated for Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Heavy metal band Metallica, 1980s rap trio Run D.M.C., and Iggy Pop’s 1970s proto-punk band the Stooges are among the nine nominees for next year’s Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction. Also on the list are guitarist Jeff Beck, singer Wanda Jackson, the soul/doo-wop vocal group Little Anthony and the Imperials, the 1970s funk band War, soul/R&B singer Bobby Womack, and the disco group Chic. The top five vote-getters will be announced in January and inducted at an event held on April 4 at Cleveland’s Public Hall. Tickets will be made available to the public for the first time for this year’s induction ceremony.

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