2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Nominees: Mariah Carey, Sade, Lauryn Hill, and More
The 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction nominees include Mariah Carey, Sade, Lauryn Hill, New Edition, Luther Vandross, and Wu-Tang Clan among 17 performer nominees. To be eligible, artists must have released their first commercial recording at least 25 years ago. Mariah Carey and Sade are returning nominees, while Lauryn Hill, New Edition, Luther Vandross, and Wu-Tang Clan are first-time nominees. Other nominees include Oasis, Phil Collins, Iron Maiden, The Black Crowes, INXS, Jeff Buckley, Melissa Etheridge, Billy Idol, Joy Division/New Order, and Pink. The inductees will be announced in April, with the induction ceremony set for the fall.
John Sykes, chairman of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation, highlighted the diverse list of nominees, recognizing the evolving faces and sounds of Rock & Roll and its impact on youth culture. The induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame is considered music's highest honor, and the celebration of the Class of 2026 is eagerly anticipated this fall.