Sex Pistols

The Sex Pistols are the definitive punk band, best known for their controversial album Nevermind the Bollocks and the song God Save the Queen. The album was banned in Britain. While commercially unsuccessful they have been enormously influential, pioneering the genre of punk and helping to develop other genres. They influenced goth band Siouxsie and the Banshees. Their debut album went platinum. Other bands citing influence include Guns N Roses, Nirvana, and The Smiths. When inducted into the Hall of Fame they refused to attend, calling the Hall a "piss stain". This is a part of the criticism of the Hall's acting like a corporation rather than an honor system, choosing artists who will attract ceremonial guests rather than those who are truly deserving.