James Gang was very special, RALPH, not just another band!They were influential musically and thrilling live. They gave you that feeling like you were part of something important, not just good times. Cultural decadence, Rock of ages.

Posted by Freddy on Sunday, 04/9/2017 @ 21:04pm

They SHOULD be in (along with the other bands mentioned by Ralph, above) because they were a great rock n roll band. So many other genres are inducted it's a shame to see a band this good that actually fits the namesake category of this HOH left out.

Posted by Wesley Duke Sapp on Wednesday, 05/6/2020 @ 14:19pm

Bands like these are literally just as if not more generic than the likes of G-Eazy, Meghan Trainor, Ed Sheeran, The Chainsmokers, and Maroon 5, just to name a few from today. Great songs are far and few even though they may exist but even though they have a mediocre sound doesn't mean they can't be successful or even enjoyable! Are they going to break down walls? Probs not. But they'll put a smile on your face :)

Posted by FakePassport LLC, Inc. on Thursday, 05/7/2020 @ 20:02pm

I have been a fan for years, not a die-hard but always enjoyed their music and Joe's guitar. I'm baffled by HOF's criteria for induction. Cheap Trick gets in (before Moody Blues) and James Gang is left out. What kind of crack are they smoking in Cleveland?

Posted by David on Friday, 07/2/2021 @ 19:06pm

I'll take James Gang Rides Again over any Eagles record.

Posted by Dan on Wednesday, 07/31/2024 @ 19:57pm

Too bad Jimmy Fox's mom won't get to ever see her son get inducted in the rock and roll hall. Jimmy and I would share stories when his mom would come to the hospital in Willoughby in the 90's. James Gang should have been in years ago! Thanks for the memories.

Posted by Rob Jay on Saturday, 10/19/2024 @ 20:28pm

I'll take James Gang Rides Again over any Eagles record! Dido, Dido, Dido. I wore that Album out!!!!!

Posted by Jeffrey Lee Scott on Monday, 02/24/2025 @ 21:28pm

Yes the James Gang should be in the Rock & Roll Hall Fame they earned it. The R&RHF should be honored to have this Ohio three piece rock group in their house. Walsh, Fox and Peters are legends. Get with it R&RHF they deserve to be inducted.

Posted by Leo Perez on Wednesday, 12/24/2025 @ 19:25pm