Despite Dolly Parton's request for her Rock Hall nomination to be revoked, the foundation will move forward with her name on the ballot.
Rock-and-roll “is not defined by any one genre, rather a sound that moves youth culture,” the statement reads. “Dolly Parton’s music impacted a generation of young fans and influenced countless artists that followed. Her nominations to be considered for induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame followed the same process as all other artists who have been considered.”There may be a logistical reason for declining Parton’s request as well.
“I do hope that the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame will understand and be willing to consider me again — if I’m ever worthy,” she continued.
that the ballot recognized “a diverse group” and referenced the artists’ impact on “the sound of youth culture.”This marks Parton’s first time on a Rock Hall ballot. The February release described her as “a living legend and a paragon of female empowerment” and stated that her success widened the audience for country music.of her own nomination during a recent episode of “Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen.
A few others have rejected the Rock Hall before — albeit more aggressively — citing a distrust of the music industry figures involved and/or a lack of transparency in the voting process. In 1999, Ozzy Osbourne
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