Hall of Fame opens its doors to Rock 80's rockers - Duff McKagan

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Guns N 'Roses, Beastie Boys and Red Hot Chili Peppers will be part of the select list, from 2012

The recognized groups Guns N 'Roses, Beastie Boys and Red Hot Chili Peppers will be part of the under-representation of 80's rock that slowly works its way into the legendary Hall of Fame Rock and Roll.

In addition to his music, Guns N 'Roses was notorious for fights between members and their drug problems. AP

The bands are part of the small group of artists who will join the select list of thematic museum in 2012. The announcement was made yesterday by spokesmen of the Hall of Fame, located in Cleveland, USA.

The British The Small Faces, Donovan folk singer Laura Nyro U.S. and complete the group of musicians who will participate in the induction ceremony in April.

"They represent the broad spectrum of artists that define rock and roll," said the organization's president, Joel Peresman.

The Hall of Fame announced today that the induction ceremony of new artists, will open its library and archives to the public.

Long career. The three groupings of rock loaded with over 25 years of experience and millions of albums sold, who earned the support of hundreds of voters to enter the room.

Authors of topics as well known as Welcome to the Jungle, Guns N 'Roses became an instant phenomenon when it launched in 1987 the LP (long play) Appetite for Destruction.

The group was headed by Axl Rose since its founding in the early 80's. Slash and Izzy Stradlin on guitar, Duff McKagan on bass and Steven Adler on drums, completed the famous formula that Guns N 'Roses dominated the musical scene with their aggressive rock.

The band sold millions of records, in sharp contrast to the pop world, which at the time was dominated by artists such as Madonna and Michael Jackson.

However, the group's internal turmoil, led to crumble in 1996.

His entry into the Hall of Fame is sure to bring speculation about a possible reunion, at least for the next ceremony April 14 in Cleveland, according to AP reports.

Meanwhile, Californians of Red Hot Chili Peppers achieved worldwide success thanks to albums like BloodSugarSexMagik (1991) and Californication (1999).

Another of the honorees, the Beastie Boys have been one of the richest races in the world of hip-hop and rock, with a distance of three decades, which have also incorporated the funk into their creations. In addition, the Brooklyn trio has drawn attention for his political activism as style icons and fashion.

Among the musicians who were not admitted this year by the institution, include Donna Summer, Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, Heart, Rufus and Chaka Khan. All were part of the nomination for the class of 2012.

Voters also approved the pioneers of hip-hop Eric B. Rakim War, the English of The Cure and the American soul group The Spinners.

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