Cleveland Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

Cleveland is known as the birthplace of Rock ‘n’ Roll and home to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. This print includes the most iconic landmarks outside of it I love to visit: the outline of the building, the logo, the LONG LIVE ROCK sign, and even the giant speakers. Everything snaps together - no supports, glue, or even AMS required. Looks great on a shelf for albums, records, or memorabilia.

The photos include Rush's first album because the Cleveland rock station WMMS was the first to play their debut album song (Working Man) and brought their music to the US. It's one of my favorites to date.

From the Ohio Historical Marker in Downtown Cleveland:

"When radio station WJW disc jockey Alan Freed (1921-1965) used the term "rock and roll" to describe the uptempo black rhythm and blues records he played beginning in 1951, he named a new genre of popular music that appealed to audiences on both sides of 1950s American racial boundaries--and dominated American culture for the rest of the 20th century. The popularity of Freed's nightly "Moon Dog House Rock and Roll Party" radio show encouraged him to organize the Moondog Coronation Ball--the first rock concert. Held at the Cleveland Arena on March 21, 1952, the oversold show was beset by a riot during the first set. Freed, a charter inductee into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, moved to WINS in New York City in 1954 and continued to promote rock music through radio, television, movies, and live performances."

Learn more: Historical Marker Database

Designer: Anna