The newest set of inductees for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has been released recently. Headed by the punk band Green Day, they will be the 48th act to be inducted in to after their first year of eligibility. The band now shares this honor with music legends Nirvana, The Clash and R.E.M.
The class of 2015 will be inducted at Cleveland's Public Hall on Apr 18 next year. Among the honorees are Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble, Bill Withers, Paul Butterfield Blues Band, Lou Reed, The Black Hearts and Joan Jett.
The Early Influence Award will be given to The Royales. It was also reported the, The Beatles drummer, Ringo Starr will be awarded the Award for Musical Excellence.
Green Day, which is composed of the of Billie Joe Armstrong, Tre Cool and Mike Dirnt have together produced great and memorable hits like "Basket Case," "American Idiot," and "Wake Me Up When September Ends."
Lou Reed who was an eligible inductee since 1997 is the most prominent among the inductees. Reed, original part of the group Velvet Underground has a career that spans several decades. After his stint with the Velvet Underground, Reed pursued a very successful solo career, producing unforgettable hits like "Perfect Day' "Walk on the Wild Side" and "Satellite of Love" among others.
Bill Withers, an American singer-songwriter, have recorded numerous hits including "Grandma's Hands", "Ain't No Sunshine", "Lovely Day" and "Lean on Me".
Among the acts that were nominated but did not make the final cut were Sting, Chic, Kraftwer, Nine Inch Nails and The Smiths.
To be eligible for nomination, the artist or band must have a song or album released at least 25 years prior to the year of induction.
Additional details concerning the ceremony's performers, presenters and broadcast information will be announced in the following days.
