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Emmylou Harris Celebrates Gram Parsons With Special Tribute Before Historic Rock Hall Moment
Emmylou Harris honoured Gram Parsons with a performance of “Love Hurts” at a tribute held before his induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Parsons is being recognised in the Music Influence category, reflecting his lasting impact on country rock and Americana.
Harris said Parsons taught her the song and recalled that they performed it together many times. The tribute also featured Sheryl Crow, the Black Crowes and Elvis Costello; Parsons’s daughter Polly said his influence helped shape alternative country and Americana. Parsons died aged 26 in 1973.
In short
- Harris performed “Love Hurts” in tribute to Gram Parsons.
- Parsons is entering the Rock Hall’s Music Influence category.
- His daughter said his influence shaped Americana and alternative country.