Ohio Players – Hall of Fame Now

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About the Ohio Players Hall of Fame

Join us in honoring Dayton's legendary funk pioneers and advocating for their rightful place in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

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A large group of people are gathered in a hall with a high ceiling and brick walls. To the left, a band is playing with musicians using instruments such as keyboards and guitars. The lighting is focused on the band, while attendees stand and observe, some with their hands raised.

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Advocacy & Education

Engaging the community to honor Dayton's funk pioneers through education and advocacy.

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Join us in signing the petition to secure the Ohio Players' place in the Hall of Fame.

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A live music performance with a band on stage surrounded by red and orange stage lights. Smoke fills the air, creating a dramatic atmosphere as the band members play their instruments under a colorful backdrop.
A stylized figurine with a large afro hairstyle and sunglasses, holding a guitar. It is dressed in a glittery gold outfit, standing on a surface with a leafy pattern. The background features blurred elements in red and gray with a metallic railing.
A stylized figurine with a large afro hairstyle and sunglasses, holding a guitar. It is dressed in a glittery gold outfit, standing on a surface with a leafy pattern. The background features blurred elements in red and gray with a metallic railing.

Gallery

Celebrating the Legacy of Ohio Players

A vibrant red wall features multiple photographs of famous musicians and a sign for the Irish Rock 'n' Roll Museum Experience. A person in a hoodie is walking along the cobblestone street in front of the wall. The words 'Wall of Fame Dublin' are prominently painted at the top.
A vibrant red wall features multiple photographs of famous musicians and a sign for the Irish Rock 'n' Roll Museum Experience. A person in a hoodie is walking along the cobblestone street in front of the wall. The words 'Wall of Fame Dublin' are prominently painted at the top.
A collection of vinyl records organized in several rows, divided by labeled tabs indicating different music genres such as Rock, Jazz, and Funk, Soul. Visible album covers include artists like Ian Hunter and Stevie Wonder. The records are neatly arranged in a box with a wooden surface and some patterns partially visible on the left side.
A collection of vinyl records organized in several rows, divided by labeled tabs indicating different music genres such as Rock, Jazz, and Funk, Soul. Visible album covers include artists like Ian Hunter and Stevie Wonder. The records are neatly arranged in a box with a wooden surface and some patterns partially visible on the left side.

The Ohio Players deserve this honor! Their music changed lives and inspired generations.

Jane D.

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A large crowd is gathered at an outdoor stadium, where a big electronic screen displays an image of the audience members celebrating passionately. The sign 'Hall of Fame' is visible on the screen along with logos and branding. The sky is clear and blue.
A drum head with handwritten text featuring signatures and phrases, including 'Hey Ho Let's Go'. The surface is predominantly white with a dark circular patch on the right side.
A drum head with handwritten text featuring signatures and phrases, including 'Hey Ho Let's Go'. The surface is predominantly white with a dark circular patch on the right side.

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