It's either Gabriel as a solo artist or as a member of Genesis. Take your pick.

Talented, yes. HOF-caliber, probably not.

If I don't want him in with Genesis, I don't want him in as a solo artist. Was he that great??

Like Pete Townsand, just can't see him in yet. I vote for GENESIS first.

No one on this list has had more influence that isn't in than Gabriel. He began the showmanship in Genesis. He was the first to use the wireless headset mike that Madonna made famous. He was the first to use African rhythms. He had emotional tribute songs (like Biko). He had monster hits. I hate Rolling Stone and Jann Wenner for their Prog Rock bias. Gabriel and the Moody Blues should be in for sure because of their innovations -- but they're not on Jann Wenner's ipod so they won't make it.

No doubt that Peter Gabriel should be inducted. Not only has he had the success, but the impact, and influence he provided to the industry. From touring, to music styles, to videos, to even fasion styles. He's done it all and deserves it all.

does not have the touch (solo).
Now if GENESIS can get in, that would be a revolation.

I really want Peter to get in the rock hall but unfortionatly i dont think he will get in unless genis gets in. heaps of people that got in as solo artist got into the rock hall as part of their original band then they get inudcte das a solo untill then

No comadoores-> No lionel richie

No Genisis-> no phil collins/peter gabriel

no sonny & cher -> No CHER

NO black sabbath -> no ozzy osbourbne.

well black sabbath is finally getting in so later years ozzy wil gte in 9if he gives a stuff

too high on list

Pros: One of the (very, very, very) few "Classic Rock" era performers who used synthesizers effectively. Used his solo career to grow artistically (unlike his successor in Genesis). Arguably the most successful artist of the 80's in terms of fulfilling his artistic ambitions and remaining commercially viable. Pioneering proponent of world music.

Cons: Not very prolific in the past 20 years

Verdict: He's the single most important figure to emerge out of Prog-rock. He should be in.

A lot more people who went out on their own deserve entry before him.

I think Peter Gabriel should get for all his great albums and edgy sound. Genesis in their latter days as a band lost their crediabity as a great band and are now know for making silly pop music.

shock the monkey

If Genesis gets in, that will leave Gabriel's solo career out. He did enough to get in solo, but his best bet lies with Genesis.

One question, where were you for the past 13 yrs? I sent emails and had gotton no response. No shows, no tour, no news. All of you fans, if you still vote for Peter then youre as dumb as f888. He doesnt care about us, why should we care about him.

IMO his main contribution has been the founding of the Real World record label which has introduced many great 'world music'(for want of a better phrase)acts to Western audiences. His solo stuff is patchy but does contain some gems. His Genesis period is best forgotten.

I didn't like Genesis and I didn't like Peter Gabriel's solo work...and I don't like Phil Collins...and I didn't like Mike and the Mechanics...don't like the entire Genesis family.

Peter Gabriel opened the western audience's mind to sounds and sights from all over the planet and he sang like nobody before him. There are dozens of acts that got heard because of his ground breaking records. I'd shave half a star for his diminishing output.

Without a doubt. What he did with genesis was creative, but what he's done as a solo artist is genious. He is original, creative, edgy, and talanted.

I like his solo stuff WAY better than what he did in Genesis.Anybody who makes music with the Bonobos is all right in my book! Shock the Monkey indeed!

once genesis is recognized

After leaving Genesis, he's done quite well for himself. "Solsbury Hill" is a personal favorite of mine.

He's made some of the most innovative music of the past 25 years and deserves inclusion as a solo act.

Peter Gabriel is one of the most innovative creative artist of all time his charitable causes and humanitarian efforts through out his career rivals U2's and his unique vision sets him apart from any artist before or since

I just never "got" this guy. Maybe I'm just too dumb to understand his subtle nuances, or maybe he's just a weirdo.

He might have seemed likeable and upbeat - occasionally strange - when I first listened to "So" and "Us" as a child. Today, however, almost everything he recorded sounds hopelessly dated due to the rigid, stiff production and overblown synthesisers. It's a case of music that the critics once loved that just does not hold up today even when rock radio plays some fo the few songs that remain listenable today - "Sledgehammer" and "Big Time"

Just induct him with Genesis... He's fairly deserving as a solo artist as well, but there's lots of better candidates...

Love him and early Genesis, but he's got a hill to climb to get in...in my eyes

A resounding YES! Gabriel is a unique artist whose solo work epitomises his undoubted genius. A far, far better Genesis singer and frontman than Phil Collins, the Genesis drummer who replaced him as lead singer - Gabriel was the ultimate showman; somewhat eccentric and captivating beyond compare. Those who say no to his inclusion know little or nothing about the man. It would be criminal to leave him out.

Solsbury Hill, Red Rain, Sledgehammer, Digging in the Dirt, In Your Eyes, Games Without Frontiers, Biko, Shaking the Tree, Shock the Monkey, Steam, San Jacinto, Here Comes the Flood, The Rhythm of the Heat, Secret World, Kiss That Frog, Big Time, Mercy Street, Signal to Noise, A Different Drum, Don't Give Up, Family Snapshot, The Barry Williams Show, (Plus The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway and Carpet Crawlers from the Genesis days)

genesis YES, pETER SOLO, NO.

Boy, someone on the RRHF must hate Genesis and Gabriel. Nominate them at least.

My favorite solo artist. But a lot of what he did really isn't rock. Still, you can't deny is contribution to music in general.

As much music that is still played on the classic stations he should be brought in. His music is truly art so he should not feel bad if he dies first before he is in. His CD "UP" is great. It is not a party CD or one to listen to at a picnic but one you have to sit down to listen to. One of the more artistic pieces I have heard in years. If you like the first time you hear it, you have me beat, it took 3 times.

Absolutely. He has been inovative and creative throughout his whole career. His influence on other people's music as well as his support of new artists and alternative cultural music has been outstanding. Not to mention his human rights work...although I know that's not part of the deal.

He's so innovative, how can he be overlooked? Great music and talent. Remember who brought Wolrd Music to the media. Well deserving for RRHOF.

Peter Gabriel has a good chance to get in the Hall of Fame. I'm just not sure if he has enough great albums to get in there. His last album - Up - was pretty average.

I love him

Peter is divine. 'Nuff said.

As for his solo career, I don't think he was around long enough to qualify.

The solo work of Peter Gabriel is remarkable enough to warrant entry into the Hall Of Fame.

YES YES YES. Wonderful musician. Peace activist. I have a friend who met him in the '80s and said he's absolutely gracious and down to Earth. I can't imagine Phil Collins (he's HIGHER than Gabriel on this poll?) being that way--then or now.

Peter Gabriel Is the Man! I am sorry, if you do not understand his music then I am sorry for you. I have been able to get through the later years of my life by listening to his music. Should I give examples? Ok, try (1) Don't Give Up, (2) Wallflower, (3) Washing of the Water (4) Mercy Street etc. Plus, if you are skeptical, check out his DVDs. The best concerts I have ever seen! Well, it is unfortunate if he is never placed into the Hall. Maybe because he is not as commercial as other bands (e.g. van Halen). But then again, some of the best music is not known by the masses and is only known by a select minority who actually need the music to get through their day. Anyways, thanks Pete.

Peter deserves to be in it. Why? because of his first 4 albums, his live peformace (DVD Growing Up) excellent and last but not least his work with Genesis.

Rock'n'Roll HOF? No. Gabriel is talented but I doubt he considers himself a rock musician.

Peter Gabriel not only deserves to be in the hall with Genesis, but he deserves to be in as a solo artist. He was a big star on MTV during the early years

Three reasons why Peter Gabriel should be in the Hall Of fame; 1: his music is original, inspirational fantastically well written. I site San Jancinto, Secret World & Games Without Frontiers. 2: His stage shows are second to none. So much so that many of his ideas are later ripped off. Wireless Sound feed (Secret World Tour) VariLite (Whiilst with Genesis). Also his stage effects. I siter Oasis' telephone box in 1997, was first used by Gabriel in 1992. 3: His organisation of WOMAD and all that this has achieved. 'Invited' into the Hall Of Fame? He should be in as of right!

Just a talented wierdo. Not influencial and not a big enough hit maker either. sledgehammer and red rain were good in the pop world but not great. All his stuff in the early days was pure weird crap.

Let him in with Genesis if necessary, but his solo career does not match up well with others as far as volume and consistency.