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Jan 18, 2021 17:01:52 GMT
Post by Norman ‘Whiplash’ Mailer on Jan 18, 2021 17:01:52 GMT
forums.stevehoffman.tv/threads/how-is-mary-wells-not-in-the-rock-roll-hall-of-fame.1049312/
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I was listening to Mary Wells this morning while reading her bio on Wikipedia.
This entry jumped out at me...
Though Wells has been eligible for induction to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, being nominated twice in 1986 and 1987, she has yet to achieve it. :disgust:
It's my understanding that she was one of the first major stars for the Motown label, which in and of itself should in my opinion ensure her a place in the Hall. When I think of some of the artists that are in the Hall.... but I digress.
Wells earned one Grammy Award nomination during her career. Her song "My Guy" was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1999.
Wells was given one of the first Pioneer Awards by the Rhythm and Blues Foundation in 1989. A year later, the foundation raised more than $50,000 to help with her treatment after her illness had wiped out all of her finances.
Wells was inducted into the Michigan Rock and Roll Legends Hall of Fame in 2006. She was inducted into the National Rhythm & Blues Hall of Fame in 2017.
For those in the know, any particular reason you can think of as to why Mary Wells is not in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame? Not enough hits? Not enough influence?
Again, from Wikipedia:
As she struggled to continue treatment (for laryngeal cancer), old Motown friends, including Diana Ross, Mary Wilson, members of the Temptations and Martha Reeves, made donations to support her, along with the help of admirers such as Dionne Warwick, Rod Stewart, Bruce Springsteen, Aretha Franklin and Bonnie Raitt.
Those are some pretty big names for admirers. Mary could definitely sing - that's for sure. Check out her first single for Motown.
(YouTube link for “Bye Bye Baby”)
Here are some other threads about Mary for those who want to learn more.
Any fans of Motown's queen "Mary Wells"?
Is Mary Wells underrated?
Your Favorite Mary Wells Song?
Is there a decent sounding Mary Wells cd?
Your Favorite Mary Wells Song*
Mary Wells - Whoopee!
Has anyone read "Mary Wells: The Tumultuous Life of Motown's First Superstar"?
This entry jumped out at me...
Though Wells has been eligible for induction to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, being nominated twice in 1986 and 1987, she has yet to achieve it. :disgust:
It's my understanding that she was one of the first major stars for the Motown label, which in and of itself should in my opinion ensure her a place in the Hall. When I think of some of the artists that are in the Hall.... but I digress.
Wells earned one Grammy Award nomination during her career. Her song "My Guy" was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1999.
Wells was given one of the first Pioneer Awards by the Rhythm and Blues Foundation in 1989. A year later, the foundation raised more than $50,000 to help with her treatment after her illness had wiped out all of her finances.
Wells was inducted into the Michigan Rock and Roll Legends Hall of Fame in 2006. She was inducted into the National Rhythm & Blues Hall of Fame in 2017.
For those in the know, any particular reason you can think of as to why Mary Wells is not in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame? Not enough hits? Not enough influence?
Again, from Wikipedia:
As she struggled to continue treatment (for laryngeal cancer), old Motown friends, including Diana Ross, Mary Wilson, members of the Temptations and Martha Reeves, made donations to support her, along with the help of admirers such as Dionne Warwick, Rod Stewart, Bruce Springsteen, Aretha Franklin and Bonnie Raitt.
Those are some pretty big names for admirers. Mary could definitely sing - that's for sure. Check out her first single for Motown.
(YouTube link for “Bye Bye Baby”)
Here are some other threads about Mary for those who want to learn more.
Any fans of Motown's queen "Mary Wells"?
Is Mary Wells underrated?
Your Favorite Mary Wells Song?
Is there a decent sounding Mary Wells cd?
Your Favorite Mary Wells Song*
Mary Wells - Whoopee!
Has anyone read "Mary Wells: The Tumultuous Life of Motown's First Superstar"?
Oatsdad
Not every artist who had a few hits in the 60s belongs in the HOF...
Thnkgreen
Mary Wells: Motown Icon And Soul Music’s First Superstar | uDiscover
Oats
A fan wrote a glowing appraisal of her career - and...? :confused:
Thnkgreen
Dude why are you trolling? Move along. :shtiphat:
Oats
Responding to the thread topic isn't "trolling".
You asked why she's not in the Rock Hall.
I answered.
You didn't like my answer so you tried to argue your case with a link to a fan-written article on a site that exists to sell LPs and CDs.
If you wanted a discussion without any dissenting opinions, you should start a Mary Wells appreciation thread.
But saying "Mary's not in the HOF because she didn't have a Hall-worthy career" isn't trolling...
You asked why she's not in the Rock Hall.
I answered.
You didn't like my answer so you tried to argue your case with a link to a fan-written article on a site that exists to sell LPs and CDs.
If you wanted a discussion without any dissenting opinions, you should start a Mary Wells appreciation thread.
But saying "Mary's not in the HOF because she didn't have a Hall-worthy career" isn't trolling...
Thnkgreen
The thread was intended to illustrate that she obviously "had more than two or three hits". She was and is an influential voice and figure in the history of the Motown label. Read the article.
Oats
You're a fan - I get it.
I like a bunch of bands I think are great but who don't merit induction.
It happens.
You really should've just made this an appreciation thread since you don't want any dissenting opinions.
I like a bunch of bands I think are great but who don't merit induction.
It happens.
You really should've just made this an appreciation thread since you don't want any dissenting opinions.
Thnkgreen
I've got to admit - the HOF has a really jacked up list of inductees. Some of the artists on this list I would never have allowed. Very male dominated too, I must note.
List of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees - Wikipedia
List of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees - Wikipedia