2010 OMHOF Inductees Announced

Les Sarnoff will be inducted into the Oregon Music Hall of Fame Oct 9th, 2010.

Les Sarnoff moved to Portland in the early 70’s to be an actor. However, his love of music led him to become a DJ for KGON in 1974. In 1977 he moved over to KINK. Minus a couple of years in the 80’s, Les continued to work at KINK until he passed away due to cancer in 2009. To many, Les was KINK Radio, with his friendly voice being the beginning and bright point of their day. In person, Les was the same friendly person you heard on the air. Les was involved with many musical events in the community and did whatever he could to promote the musical arts.

This year’s master of ceremonies will be the ever-colorful Tony Starlight. Two of this year’s event performers were also announced: Shock, who were inducted into OMHOF in 2008, and one of this year’s inductees, Black ‘N Blue. Black ‘N Blue will re-form the classic lineup of Tommy Thayer, Jamie St. James, Pete Holmes, Patrick Young and Jeff Warner.

Tickets for the Oct. 9 ceremony at the Roseland Theater are on sale through Tickets West outlets, including Fred Meyer and Music Millennium. Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 at the door. VIP tickets, which include reserved seating, after-induction party and poster, are $90 in advance.