Mellencamp Among Rock Hall Contenders

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Heartland rocker John Mellencamp is among the nominees for a new class of inductees at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

September 21, 2005

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Heartland rocker John Mellencamp has been chosen as one of this year inductees at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Joining him is jazz legend Miles Davis and rap pioneers Grandmaster Flash & the Furious Five who also considered for the 21st class of Rock Hall.

Inductees, among others include Buddy Guy, the O'Jays, the Pretenders, Percy Sledge and U2, are selected by a panel of musicians, music industry professionals and journalists. Results will be announced before the end of the year with formal induction traditionally taking place in March at a ceremony in New York.

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