YES, but after Deep Purple, Genesis and Moodys

Tull are one of the most original and interesting bands in rock history.

It's a disgrace they're not already in.

Jethro Tull used to sell more seats then the Rolling Stones. They were the first band in to air live via satellite AROUND THE WORLD in 1978 at the Madison Square Garden. Jethro Tull has 11 gold and five platinum albums to its name. It's sold more than 60 million albums and played more than 2,500 concerts, spanning more than three decades of performing.WAKE UP PEOPLE !!!! This is ROCK HISTORY !!! Tull has over 35 years of touring and fantastic albums !! Who else can pull off playing the flute in a Rock Band on stage for 2 hours? Only Ian Anderson, and let's mention Martin Barre do you know how taxing it is to play Tull's music on guitar with all the time changes? This is a crime Genesis, Yes and Tull there shouldn't even be a debate. How the heck does Garth Brooks get in before these legends. Fubar if you ask me.

Yes, but after others like Deep Purple, and Black Sabbath

More talent in their little finger than all of Metallica combined.

The absolute criminal lack of sincerity on the part of the HOF voters is simply appalling. If the criteria for inclusion requires that the prospect be innovative, popular and overwhelmingly successful, then this group has all three in spades. Rarely has has an entertainer with the creative energy and stage presense of Ian Anderson been seen in the existance of this planet. His brilliant song writing and flute/acoustic guitar stylings combined with the crunhing power of rock's least recognized but often imitated guitarist Martin Barre has made Tull a drawing card throughout the world for nearly four decades. Is the fact that Ian is so intelligent and other-worldly intimidating the the politically correct crowd that wouild reward such stunning acts as Little Eva and Frankie Lyman and the Teenagers, not to mention the Jackson Five (What, no Osmand Brothers?) This band should have gone in on the first ballot. Along with the Lynyrd Skynyrd band, Deep Purple and Black Sabbath, Tull are the most deserving outfit to have been snubbed. Afraid of what Ian might say in his acceptance speech boys? Do the right thing and put an end to this bit of larceny.

C'mon y'all. Need to bump Tull up the rankings here. The acoustic/heavy duality has alrady been well covered and is crucial. The TAAB music, concept and road show were ground breakers. Not to mention their jazz/blues breakout in 68 ( amazingly only 1 year after the "Summer of Love") and the fact that as a nasty underground band they had a number of excellent hit singles (at least in the UK). And, Hey, what about the kick-ass electric folk of 77-79? Bu there's more with the return to roots plus world music influences of 88 on. Still touring and recording strong. Aside from the RNRHOF being a load of bollocks, why aren't they already there?

Jethro Tull is the most unique classic rock band. there style is all over the place from blues, jazz. folk rock. no band in the history od music has so many different styles!!!!!!!Ian Anderson is a great artist and very talented songwriter. And the only artist in rock showcasing the Flute! Secondally Martin Barre is the most underrated rock gutarist, he can play solos like in Aqualung and simple acoustic riffs. This band one of the all time greats

Wow, I thought they were in already. They were probably the most consistently great band of the 70's. So much great music. And Ian Anderson's talent and charismatic stage presence is unsurpassed.

The band's uniqueness - a sound unlike anything else at the time - alone warrents induction!

Jethro Tull should have the pretetenders beat if people keep voting wrong they obviously do not know the history of rock n roll and need to have their ballots taken away Doug Sahm Should be in already too

Honestltly the band has some very good songs but the rest is just pretentious, bloated, drivel!

Just about anything These unplugged groups of today attempt owes something to this band's ability to shift from quintessential hard rock Martin Barre guitar solos to downright quietly introspective acoustic just-a-bloke-andhis-guitar acoustic, almost non-songs. They will be amongst the first to tell you they are or never were-will be the GREATEST ROCK BAND OF ALL TIME, but for me, living in the time I am, they have provided a sound that is musical, melodic, and always presented with a style truly all their own. They are a ROCK BAND that leans upon CLASSICAL, JAZZ, and other influences. AND,HEY DID ANY OF YOU NOTICE THAT THEY ALWAYS RECORDED IN STEREO AND......even dabbled a bit in quad. Take that to the classic rock bank!

Bands like Jethro Tull, Black Sabbath, Deep Purple and other's of that era deserve to be in the Hall. They were students of the blues and used that influence in their music. It makes me sick knowing the Pretenders were inducted this year, while great bands like these aren't even considered.

From 1969 to 2...?, they hold on to their unique sound. That's what i like, they deserve a place in The Hall.

Another group that deserves RRHF honors.Ian Anderson is the master of the one legged flutist!

Absolutely!! One of the best! But then, they're probably too good for the Hall of Fame...

Tull has produced more fine original music over the last 37 years than any other band. Ian Anderson's songwriting, flute and guitar talents are unmatched, not to mention his tenacity.

They were succesful on different levels and were propably the most articulate of the rock/progressive bands. They helped create theatre in the arena and were able to push the boundaries of rock in ways unheard of. Whether it be by sales or influnce they are one of the true legends.

I like the uniqueness of the Tull sound.

Jethro Tull created wildly original music.No one before or after them has their unique sound.Not many Rock n Roll bands have made such a tasteful blend of instrumentation-especially with a FLUTE!