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The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, April 18, 2015

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Getting high with a little help from a friend. Last things first: Paul McCartney played with Ringo Starr last night, and there was an echo of magic in the air. Just before that, Stevie Wonder and John Legend combined to create unforgettable performances of Bill Withers's most famous songs. The induction ceremony lasted 5 hours, this was the first I've attended. These high points in the wee hours will stay with me for a long time. Beck arrives and greets fans.  Beck performed "Satellite of Love" in tribute to Lou Reed. Cleveland Public Hall hosted the ceremony; as several speakers noted, the venerable hall hosted The Beatles in 1964. From the windows of the narrow hallway outside our seating area, we could watch the stars coming in. Steve Van Zandt. .. Green Day ... Ringo Starr... Beck ... Stevie Wonder. Several fans unfurled a huge "Ringo We Love You!" banner (which he acknowledged later from the stage), and produced some vintage screams w