2012 R & R Hall Nominees announced

The candidates for the 2012 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame have been announced, the rule that an artist’s first recording must be at least 25 years old,

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony is scheduled for 4/14/12 in Cleveland, Ohio and will no doubt air on an affiliate of VH1 a few days later.

2012 Nominees:

Beastie Boys
The Cure
Donovan
Eric B. & Rakim
Guns ‘N’ Roses
Heart
Joan Jett And The Blackhearts
Freddie King
Laura Nyro
Red Hot Chili Peppers
Rufus With Chaka Khan
The Small Faces / The Faces
The Spinners
Donna Summer
War