Carol Kaye, a legendary bassist known for her work on numerous 1960s hits, has announced her decision to decline induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (RRHOF). At 90, Kaye emphasized that she is permanently stepping away from the honor, which was originally set for November alongside other artists like Joe Cocker and Cyndi Lauper. In an email to the Associated Press, Kaye expressed her dissatisfaction with the Hall’s representation of studio musicians, stating that it does not reflect their contributions during the 1960s.
Kaye, who played iconic bass lines on tracks such as Simon & Garfunkel’s “Homeward Bound” and the Beach Boys’ “Good Vibrations,” was part of a group of studio musicians known as “The Wrecking Crew.” However, she dismissed the name, finding it derogatory, which contributed to her refusal of the induction. In her deleted Facebook post, she specifically criticized the term and questioned its use on her inductee page, noting that it was not mentioned by the Hall.
This decision follows a historical pattern, as many artists have chosen to refuse the honor or have been inducted posthumously. Notably, in 2022, Dolly Parton initially declined her induction but later accepted it after reconsidering. Kaye’s stance reflects her desire for a more accurate acknowledgment of the contributions made by studio musicians. The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has not yet commented on her refusal.
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