Here is the problem with the rock and roll hall of fame and "purists". I am from Ohio, and most people I know have visited the rock and roll hall of fame. Most peoples reaction is "meh". This is because the voters cop their elitist attitude and try to avoid popular music. So many peoples favorite artists have little to no mention at the museum. There are a few exceptions such as Madonna and Michael Jackson that they just could not avoid. Garth falls into this category. Yes, he is a country artist- don't use the "it's not rock and roll" excuse (Public Enemy- definetely not rock and roll). Garth Brooks was the first to mix rock with country and make it popular. THE MAN HAS 6 DIAMOND CERTIFIED ALBUMS. Being that successful makes you VERY FAMOUS. I don't even like country, but he should be a first ballot hall of famer. Three other bands that also should have been 1st ballot are Bon Jovi- (over 300 million album sales in the world, and to this day they are still one of the top grossing concert earners every year). Def Leppard- (similar to BJ in sales, were one of the best New Wave of British Heavy Metal artists in their beginning, 2 diamond certified albums). And Motley Crue (still a great draw, and they inspired the entire 80's Sunset Strip metal scene that lasted over a decade). No matter how hard you try to look past "That Decade", you can't deny how extremely popular rock was in the 80's. Peace out.

Posted by Mike T. on Sunday, 09/21/2014 @ 19:40pm

Rolling Stone gave all his studio albums 1 star out of 5.

Posted by Roy on Thursday, 09/25/2014 @ 23:34pm

That's Rolling Stone for you, Roy.

Posted by Andrew on Saturday, 09/27/2014 @ 15:40pm

From what I have heard previously Garth Brooks was a huge KISS fan. Garth Brooks also says that he had liked Kansas a great deal in their new documentary, "Miracles Out Of Nowhere." So my question is this, does anybody know whether or not, Garth Brooks also likes the band, Rush?

Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 08/22/2015 @ 23:10pm

Enigmaticus

How do you think KISS & Rush were similar or different? I know Garth Brooks was a gigantic KISS fan. Remembering seeing him sing Hard Luck Woman with KISS. Garth Brooks was one of the greatest music artists in last 50 years. I think he would make excellent RRHOF inductee.You are starting to get some support for Sade and some of your other nominees. Love to see Moody Blues inducted! KING

Posted by KING on Saturday, 08/22/2015 @ 23:29pm

KING,

KISS and Rush are very different. In their early years however, Rush had served as an opening act for KISS. Rush and Kansas are much more similar. Garth Brooks professes his love of Kansas in their documentary, "Miracles Out Of Nowhere."

Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 08/23/2015 @ 00:08am

Wow, it has been over 2 1/2 years since anyone had written something about Garth Brooks, that is probably going to change soon.

Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 04/23/2018 @ 11:03am

Wow, it has been over 2 1/2 years since anyone had written something about Garth Brooks, that is probably going to change soon.

Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 04/23/2018 @ 11:04am

Saw him the other night in concert. STL was his first stop in his next big stadium tour. 70,000+ fans packed the dome to see this Country Music Hall of Famer. One hell of a show. He even brought his wife on-stage for a couple of songs. People sang along to "Rodeo" and of course, "Friends in Low Places". And then he turned things down a notch and performed some of his songs in acoustic. He even paused for 15 minutes to read some of the fans' signs. Awesome, overall.

Garth's chances of being in the Rock Hall are as good as George Straits and Alan Jacksons. He was inducted in the Country Music HOF on first-year eligibility (I believe) and that's where he belongs. That same year (2012), he got in the Songwriters HOF. And maybe he has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, for all I know. He'll likely get a Kennedy Center honor sometime shortly down the road.

Garth deserves all credit for re-energizing the Country genre in the early 90's. His shows have always been spectacular (though he doesn't do the outrageous stuff anymore...). He's arguably the most down-to-earth famous musician these days, and he seems to come off as one that always has time for his fans. Plus, he's the second biggest-selling artist of all-time. Unfortunately, there's some Country artists who need to get inducted into the Rock Hall, like Willie Nelson and Patsy Cline. When I visited the Rock Hall museum last fall, Garth's name was listed in the Top 100 fan vote-getters. I'm very surprised hundreds have voted for him, or maybe some Cleveland local went to the museum every day just to cast a vote - who knows.

Posted by Jason Voigt on Tuesday, 03/12/2019 @ 03:10am

I would like to extend my best wishes for a very Happy Birthday to Troyal Garth Brooks. Have a magnificent day Garth.

Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 02/7/2020 @ 08:03am

The golden era of country music ended years ago after the 70's. Garth was partly responsible for the genre's decline in quality and the bad impact of influences in his world, which is why he is on my "Sinister Six" list.

Posted by The Dude on Wednesday, 02/19/2020 @ 19:53pm

He's a rock and roll hall of famer no doubt

There's so much cross over marked by his ascent and until today that purists are delusional or wishful for a different era. The man rocked and his bangers still rock

Posted by Bob Ross on Saturday, 02/12/2022 @ 04:13am

The upcoming induction of Dolly Parton may finally open the door for Country-Rock crossover artists. If so, then I would expect to see: Garth Brooks, Shania Twain, Martina McBride, k.d. Lang and The Chicks on the Rock Hall ballot in the not too distant future.

By the way, I would like to wish a happy belated birthday to Troyal Garth Brooks. Incidentally, I also turned 60, nine days ago.

Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 02/12/2022 @ 10:31am

On Garth Brooks: I definitely believe Garth Brooks will be nominated and inducted in the next 5-10 years. He has been 1 of the biggest music artists in the last 30 years. Concerts and albums sold. Garth Brooks is a Legend. Dolly Parton's 2022 Induction is good news for Country Music Artists. It also helps Garth has a good swath of music influences from Bob Seger to KISS. Both Rock N Roll HOFERS. Finally, Garth Brooks has many memorable Hits and songs that could finish the ceremony. Can you imagine singers taking verses and collaborating on Low Places finishing the ceremony? That would be awesome! Shameless is a Classic. The Thunder Rolls, If Tomorrow Never Comes, Unanswered Prayers, The Dance etc. Finally, Garth has always been 1 of the most entertaining singers and guitarists on a concert stage. He's 60 now but my guess Garth would still be entertaining if inducted. Would be 3 great songs! KING

Posted by KING on Friday, 05/13/2022 @ 15:07pm

Garth has obviously proven himself as an artist and songwriter! His attempts to create the chis Gaines rock personality was as brave as it was ambitious! This deserves the consideration of the rock hall committee on its own merits. The fact that so many people will quote things like b double e double r u n show his ability to reach out to the people across all platforms is affirming of his talent and perseverance. I hope you will consider him as a leader in the future of rock music as well as his talent as a songwriter and musician.

Posted by Randy Foust on Sunday, 02/19/2023 @ 00:54am

Garth is a no brainer. How is he not in, the guy sold more music than Elvis

Posted by Grey on Saturday, 07/8/2023 @ 09:47am