Bert Berns Songwriters Hall.

Songwriter and producer Bert Berns has been posthumously inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Berns, who died in 1967 at age 38, was honored Tuesday at a ceremony in New York City. The event featured tributes from Paul McCartney and Van Morrison. Berns co-wrote hits like “Twist and Shout” and “Piece of My Heart.” He also signed Van Morrison to Bang Records and produced “Brown Eyed Girl.” Berns is already a member of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. His influence extended to artists like Jimmy Page and bands like Led Zeppelin.