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Carol Kaye Rejects Hall of Fame for 'Wrecker' Label

6/19/2025

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Carol Kaye, the iconic bassist known for her contributions to over 10,000 recordings, has announced she will skip the 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony. Her decision stems from her discontent with the term "wrecker" for session musicians, as she champions collaboration over individual accolades. The ceremony takes place on November 8 in Los Angeles.

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Carol Kaye, the iconic bassist known for her contributions to over 10,000 recordings, has announced she will skip the 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony. Her decision stems from her discontent with the term "wrecker" for session musicians, as she champions collaboration over individual accolades. The ceremony takes place on November 8 in Los Angeles.