Only two of the artists who earned Goldmine readers’ votes will be inducted in the Rock And Roll Hall of Fame’s Class of 2012.

When the 2011 Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame inductions took place March 14, 2011, just one band — Alice Cooper — was inducted. Strange, as there are many bands worthy of the honor, but thus far denied.

It’s that time of year again: Goldmine gets to cast its official vote with the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for the next year’s inductees. So who should get Goldmine’s endorsement this year? That, dear voters, is all up to you.

The guys in ZZ Top have seen each other’s faces more recently than Claude Russell Bridges — aka Leon Russell — has seen his own. He’s hidden mysteriously behind those shades, a cowboy hat, a different name, and that long white flowing hair and beard for 40 years now.