Pioneering hip-hop group Run-DMC has been nominated for 2009 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction.

The trio of Reverend Run, DMC and the late deejay Jam Master Jay released their self-titled debut in 1984, after releasing single “Sucker MC’s” the year prior. In total, the group released seven studio albums, and was instrumental in implementing Rock samples into their music. Collaborating with Aerosmith to remix their 1979 hit “Walk This Way,” the group is credited with reinventing the Boston Rock legends, inducted to The Hall of Fame. 

Source: Run-DMC Nominated For Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame

Metallica, Run-DMC and The Stooges are among the nominees for the 2009 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame class. For the first time in 12 years, the ceremony will be held April 4th in Cleveland, home of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum. Other nominees include Jeff Beck, Chic, Wanda Jackson, War, Little Anthony and the Imperials and Bobby Womack.

If Run-DMC get voted in, they will be the second hip-hop group behind 2008 inductees Grandmaster Flash & the Furious Five.

Source: Metallica, The Stooges, Run-DMC Lead Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Nominees

Photo (L-R) Jam-Master Jay, Rev Run, and D.M.C.  Photo credit: Sony BMG

Click here to watch Run-DMC’s music video “Walk This Way” featuring Aerosmith

Here is a 1987 live performance of “Walk this Way” – Run-DMC featuring Aerosmith



Here is video of Run DMC performing “Sucker MCs” and battling Kool Moe Dee and Special K.

Via  HipHopDX.com

Run-DMC Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Nominee 2009 Rock & Roll