In one of its most eagerly awaited annual induction ceremonies, Fender welcomed a very special pair of honorees into its Hall of Fame on Friday, Aug. 13; one a legendary artist and the other a key behind-the-scenes figure in the company’s early years.
Hall of Fame Flashbacks
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Flashback: Eric Clapton
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In his 2007 autobiography, Eric Clapton let the world in on the transformative moment when he fell in love with the electric guitar and its possibilities…
Hall of Fame Flashback: The Beach Boys
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Brian Wilson’s concept for the Beach Boys was a simple one: Combine the harmony vocals of the Four Freshmen with the rock ‘n’ roll style of Chuck Berry and the production values of Phil Spector, and compose lyrics about life as a teenager in Southern California.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Flashback: Pink Floyd
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Inducted in 1996, Pink Floyd is one of the biggest groups in rock history, with a story that spans five decades and an incredible musical legacy …
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Flashback: The Boss
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Bruce Springsteen was inducted into the prestigious Rock and Roll Hall of Fame at the 14th annual induction dinner on March 15, 1999.
Fender Hall of Fame Inducts Jamerson, Yamano
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Two titans from very different corners of the music industry honored at Aug. 7 ceremony …
Fender Hall of Fame to Induct Jamerson, Yamano
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Motown legend James Jamerson and Yamano Music Co. Ltd.’s Masamitsu “Mike” Yamano to be honored at Aug. 7 ceremony …
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