It was announced last night by the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences that producer Bob Ezrin, who has worked extensively with Pink Floyd, most notably on The Wall, will be inducted into the Music Hall Of Fame during a special ceremony in April. Toronto-born Ezrin's lengthy resume also lists production credits for Alice Cooper, Lou Reed, Peter Gabriel, Kiss, Roberta Flack, and others.

Ezrin called the honour the greatest ever bestowed on him. "It says that I'm recognized by my fellow Canadians," he said in an interview. "It's being acknowledged from home which is a very important thing. I feel a tremendous connection to Canada."

Most recently Ezrin, who resides in Connecticut but holds a dual citizenship, worked with Jane's Addiction and The Darkness. He got his start as an assistant to producer Jack Richardson in 1970. They later opened Soundstage Studios which attracted a host of A-list musicians. Ezrin said he looks forward to using his Hall of Fame honour as a platform to promote music education in schools.

"That's the subject nearest and dearest to my heart," said the father of six, who is vice president of Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation in the U.S. which distributes instruments to children (which the late Michael Kamen was a big part of). "This opportunity means I can give back to my country."