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Bob Dylan and the late John Peel are to join the UK Music Hall of Fame.

Dylan will be amongst this year's inductees, whilst John Peel will receive 2005's honorary membership of the UK Music Hall of Fame.

The Beatles, Michael Jackson, Madonna, Bob Marley, Elvis Presley, Queen, Cliff Richard & The Shadows, The Rolling Stones, U2 and Robbie Williams become the inaugural members last year.

This year's inductees will be selected by the UK Music Hall of Fame Steering Group - a panel of over 60 respected artists, music journalists, broadcasters and music industry executives.

Bob Dylan is the first artist to be announced as an inductee for 2005.

Malcolm Gerrie, chair of the UK Music Hall of Fame Steering Group, said: "Bob Dylan is the Leonardo da Vinci of popular music.

"As one of the greatest artists of his generation we are honoured that he has agreed to enter the UK Music Hall of Fame."

Channel 4 is planning a prime-time launch show, leading into a two-week run of music documentaries.

These will include; John Peel's Record Box - an exclusive insight into the private record collection of the renowned DJ and broadcaster, marking the first anniversary of his death.

The season will climax with the live UK Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony.