MC5

He tells UCR why he would have been the perfect choice.

Tom Morello inducts punk pioneers, one day after they released their first album in 53 years.

First album in more than a half-century from proto-punk rock revolutionaries is a bittersweet offering.

Upcoming album is the first new music from this pioneering Detroit band since 1971's 'High Time.'

New album follows 1971's 'High Time.'

Nicknamed "Machine Gun," he was vital to the proto-punk group's sound.

Poet and marijuana advocate also led the White Panther Party.

Producer says Heavy Lifting captures late guitarist at height of his powers, and the mantra among musical guests was “We are all MC5.”

Proto-punk icon "passed away today peacefully from pancreatic cancer," a statement said.

Delayed ‘Heavy Lifting’ project features guest turns by Slash, Tom Morello and others.