Roxy Music
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Year:
2019
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Inducted by:
John Taylor & Simon Le Bon (Duran Duran)
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Category:
Performers
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Bryan Ferry -
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Brian Eno -
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Phil Manzanera -
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Andy Mackay -
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Paul Thompson
John Taylor & Simon Le Bon of Duran Duran Induct Roxy Music
John Taylor & Simon Le Bon of Duran Duran Induct Roxy Music at the 2019 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony-
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John Taylor & Simon Le Bon of Duran Duran Induct Roxy Music00:08:39 -
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Roxy Music Acceptance Speech00:02:53 -
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"Love is the Drug"00:01:50
Hall of Fame Essay
2019
In what universe does the story of Roxy Music make sense? They began with a sound fired by cacophonous outbursts and wild affectations, only to evolve into one of the most finely controlled and heartfelt bands of all time.
On the one hand, they lampooned glamour, romance, and style, while on the other epitomizing their highest expressions. And while they drew on common genres – including glam, free jazz, and art rock – they suffered none of their clichés. Oh, and somewhere along the way, they made oboe solos a thing
a psychedelic Sinatra crooning pop-art poetry over driving drums
Photography: Getty/WireImage
