Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2026 Nominees: First-Time Nominations and Exciting Updates
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced the nominees for its 2026 class, with 10 artists receiving their first-ever nomination. Among the first-time nominees are Phil Collins, INXS, Melissa Etheridge, Iron Maiden, Jeff Buckley, New Edition, Pink, Shakira, Lauryn Hill, and Luther Vandross. The list also includes The Black Crowes, Billy Idol, Mariah Carey, Oasis, Joy Division/New Order, Sade, and Wu-Tang Clan. The Rock Hall recognizes the evolving faces and sounds of Rock & Roll, with the induction ceremony set for this fall.
To be eligible for nomination, artists or bands must have released their first commercial recording at least 25 years ago. The Class of 2026 will be announced in April, with the induction ceremony scheduled for later this year. Stay tuned for more updates on the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction process and the celebration of this year's inductees.