We’re received an alert that Joe Cocker [following a remarkable long reign] received nomination for induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Good news in view of the monumental recordings released and amazing performances delivered over the course of his lengthy career. We first crossed paths at Texas Stadium in Austin sharing the bill at our First Annual Rompin’ Stompin’ Barn Dance & B.B.Q. back in 1974. As it happened, there was no ‘Second Annual’ edition because of all the rompin’ and stompin’ that took place back at the first and last. Suffice it to say Joe was one of a kind, the very embodiment of rock and roll in terms of talent and spirit. Let’s get him inducted!”- Billy F Gibbons, inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with ZZ Top in 2004