Rock & Roll Hall of Fame criticized by Eric Clapton as a "frat boys club" due to exclusion of influential artists.

Eric Clapton, a three-time inductee of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, criticized the institution in a recent interview, labeling it a "frat boys club" and "not a place for rebels." He expressed disappointment over the exclusion of influential artists like J.J. Cale and Paul Rodgers, suggesting the Hall favors establishment figures. Clapton's initial interest stemmed from its connection to Ahmet Ertegun, but he now questions its credibility and relevance.

September 12, 2024
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