Boring enough to deserve a spot with all the other popular turkeys.

Good grief, what more do you want? five more critically-acclaimed, commercially successfuly albums? Even more influence among rising young bands? C'mon already! Ge them in!

I listen to these guys a say: "How do they do it??" Unbelievable musicians. Just understand that as long as Jann Wenner and his cronies at that "music" magazine have control, groups like Rush, and many others that he has no idea exist, may NEVER get in. It's all politics and being politically correct. Just the opposite of what Rock and Roll stands for. Pathetic.

Best Canadian band

Rush are awesome. They should have gotten in already!

Definitely. They probably ought to have been recognised already...

Not bad for Canucks

Not yet.

I wrote the Hall of Fame suggesting this be the year they induct Rush. This indeed is a virtuoso trio, who have been playing progressive rock with a metal twist to it. Neil Peart is an incredible percussionist and lyricist and Geddy Lee plays the bass like a 6-string guitar (I personally like the voice, though some don't). And of course, there's Alex Lifeson, a versatile guitarist known for both his electric and acoustic work, melodic leads and unique rhythms. Give one of Canada's most famous rocks a well-deserved spot in the Hall of Fame.

"Listen to my music and hear what it can do...."

The Best Rock band, ever.

All right here FrankWildStars. Rush did not make the same album for over 20 years. If you were any type of music fan, you would realize that rush changed this world to a certain degree with their music. There so big they are in the top 15 bands in japan, JAPAN. You can't even suggest to me and actual rush fans that they have made the same album. I have every album, they don't sound the same. Before you make a comment like that, listen to there stuff, don't just assume. Their lyrics are different, they talk about different world problems, the future, and even tree's for god sake, I am 16, I am the hugest Rush fan bar none, I have not heard a rush song that i haven't liked, or got tired of. I only have one and on my ipod, in my case i only need one, RUSH, not a band with the "same album over 20 yrs". Your preaching to the wrong choir. Rush is music, Music revolves around rush!

No hurry. There will be those arguing their musical chops and persistance at staying the course should put them in consideration. But I think they made the same record every year for 20 years and sold it to the same bunch of guys, and then their little brothers and then their sons.

If you don't like Rush, you probably like a band that would not be here if it wasn't for Rush. Any rock band thats worth a shit respects the hell out of them, and more than a few started playing because of them.

There is no better 3 man band, OVERALL, ever. Let me say that again....EVER. I don't care who you are or what you know about music... E V E R !!!!!! This band clearly meets all of the critieria that it takes to get in...no one can deny that. Rush's sound is clearly great. It is a very clear precise sound that includes more notes played per song than most 4 man bands put out. The live performances are 5 star. Anyone who has been to a Rush concert know that when they leave they got their $$$ worth and then some. This has nothing to do with being a fan... I believe that if you can look at their achievements and the influence they have had on the R&R world that in itself is more than enough to get them in. I am a huge fan and have been for over 30 years. How many of you out there can say that about some of the bands in the hall of fame now?

Peart is the best drummer. Lee is in the top 5 bassists. Leifson is at LEAST a great guitarist, and Lee has a great voice. If they are not in the Rock and Roll hall fame, then that institution cannot judge rock and roll greatness. Without Rush its a joke.

After 35 years in the music industry making influential albums and touring endlessly, it is a true shame that Rush has not been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. There is no true reason for this with the exception that the voters personally don't like Rush and their music. What I would really like to see is a voter coming forward and publicly commenting on why Rush has not been inducted but I do not see this happening in the near future.

I don't know if I would be the same person if I didn't have Rush in my life. They need to be inducted.

Rush still rules!

Rush deserves to be in the Hall for so many reasons. Their inspiration and influence on musicians, their ability to stay current, and their ability to stay ahead of the times. Neal was mindful and alarmed at global warming 20 years before it was P.C. (listen to Distant Early Warning)!

Its a no-brainer. The people that are keeping them out have no brains.

Rush has had a profound impact on a great number of musicians, least of all myself. There is a true love of music in their work, despite critics, paid or otherwise. I search for music with depth, after 20 years of listening I am still digging into Rush with joy! These guys do it for all the right reasons year after year. If you don't get it, then I am sorry for you, your missing out.

I must confess I personally can't stand Rush. I don't know if I have ever heard a song by them I have liked. That being said I know of several people who disagree with me and their influence on prog music cannot be denied. Just because a band isn't your personal cup of tea doesn't mean they aren't great to many people or belong in the hall of fame.

Rush is the most inspirational band ever, why are they not in the HOF? GO RUSH!

They are a decent band, but I have never quite gotten Rush. They belong in at some point though.

I must admit I am not a fan of Rush. I like very few of their songs and find Geddy Lee's screeches annoying. However, these guys have been a big influence on music and I know a ton of people who love the band. The Hall of Fame shouldn't be about what an individual's personal tastes are about, but whether or not they made a strong contribution in music. These guys have.

3 virtuoso musicians with great songwriting. Still cranking out great music today. Why are they not in yet?

They have a couple of good songs and I don't have anything against them but I never have understood why so many people are all over their d**ks.

Rush, Rush goes the yeyo?

best live band ever.never give less than there best.

great if you're stoned or a frustrated musician but really about as rock and roll as kim carnes

They deserve so much more than what they get!!! They have influenced so many different bands for example (Foo Fighters, Dream Theater... etc.).

One of the most sophisticated, intelligent and passionate music acts in history - PERIOD.

They are pretty good. I won't change the channel when they are on the radio.

no rush

I can't believe Rush is not in the Rock Hall of Fame. REM? Patti Smith? WTF has she done Scandal of the 80's Yeah she's doing good.

Bottom Line the Rock Hall of fame is a Business. Bands Like Aerosmith? Not that great compared to what bands like AC/DC KISS or Rush have accomplished. The only thing Aerosmith has done well is Selling Out to the MTV groupies. Whats next Aerosmith gonna make your own Reality Show?

If there's one thing I can't stand Is when you see Muscians get on stage and say this is there "Last Tour" but then come back a few years later for a Reunion Tour.

I've been a Rush fan since 1980 and though I feel it's a shame the the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has not honored one of the best bends in history, all I care about is that this band keep making music, going out on tour, and generally just happy to be who they are. I just know this, everytime they come out with new material in almost any format and take to the stage for "An Evening with Rush" if possible I will be there, appreciating what is Rush. I've been a fan of Rush when almost no one else I know has and I will continue being a fan if they are recognized by the R&RHoF and even if they are not. Thanks Alex, Geddy, and Neil for 30+ years of great music and incredible concerts see you in 2008.

Best drummer ever . . . 

The Hall better be careful with their inductees or they are going to have to legally change their name to the Pop-MTV Music Hall of Fame.  Are you freaking kidding me? ! ? Madonna before RUSH?  She wasn't even a thought when Rush was already putting great music out ! ! ! 

Why are they not already in the Hall of Fame????????????

Madonna?!!? C'mon...sure, she's an icon. But how can she possibly get in to the ROCK and ROLL HALL OF FAME before RUSH? 30+ years and still going. What do they have to do to deserve this honor? Seriously....

Virtuosity, integrity, longevity, and pure artistry are just a couple of terms that describe this trio. As a musician, DJ, producer, and remix artist, I have loved the music of Rush for 25 years. It is a disgrace that the Rock Hall would induct Madonna before Rush. Rush has influenced more of the music of today than a vast majority of the inductees in past few years, especially the 2007 and 2008 crops. The Rock Hall needs to wake up and do the right thing.

absolutely

I think that Rush is one of the first Canadian Progressive Bands in the 1970's.

Send your letters supporting the induction of RUSH. Not having a them in the HOF is embarrassing.

q: To whom should I direct further questions about the induction process?
All aspects of the induction process are handled by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Foundation. It can be reached at 1290 Avenue of the Americas, Second Floor, New York, NY 10104. The Foundation does not have e-mail available.

ROLLING STONE HATES RUSH! There I said it!

Rush is long overdue!

Unbelievable That They Are Not.

Great band - especially live!

hey by the way everyone. (particularly those wo slam rush) Guess who was the #6 on gross sales for a band last year. thats right rush. and they have been around for how long? Says somthing dont you think. Of course they should be in its a crime that the are not already.

total joke these guys aren't in, along with Alice Cooper.

In my youth Rush gave me the not only the World but the Universe.
I Thank You.
Lisa