Congrats Alice Cooper Band, Dr. John, Tom Waits, Leon Russell and Darlene Love!

Alice Cooper, Darlene Love, Neil Diamond in Hall

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That point came on Tuesday, as the 2011 class for the Cleveland hall was revealed. Diamond, whose hits include "Sweet Caroline," made the list, along with the Alice Cooper Band, New Orleans musician Dr. John, Darlene Love and singer-songwriter Tom Waits.

Piano man Leon Russell was honored with a musical excellence award, previously the sideman category. Executives Jac Holzman and Art Rupe were given the Ahmet Ertegun Awards.

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