Although it came as a surprise, Heather Stevens of London, Ont., says the announcement is long overdue. Stevens, 78, is the widow of John Stevens, the once energetic frontman of the 1960s-era London Ont., band, Johnny and the Canadians. The November 01, 1965 edition of RPM Weekly, Canada's music chart, shows 'Million Tears' (short for 'A Million Tears Ago') by Johnny and the Canadians at the #9 spot. Breaking barriersAs a Black man, John Stevens was likely the only Black frontman in southwestern Ontario's rock scene in the 1960s. All inductees will be honoured during London Music Week, beginning June 6.

Source: CBC News April 17, 2021 09:00 UTC