LL, DONNA SUMMER IN RUNNING FOR ROCK HALL: Jimmy Cliff also among 12 acts in contention for 2010 class.

       Joining LL and Cliff as first time nominees are Kiss, Red Hot Chili Peppers Genesis, The Hollies and songwriter Laura Nyro, reports the Associated Press.      

       Rounding out the 12 are the Chantels and the Stooges, who, like Summer and Love, have been on the ballot before.      

       Only five acts are inducted each year. The 2010 class will be announced in December ahead of the 25th annual induction ceremony on March 15 in New York City.