The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame announced on Wednesday, the 25th, the nominees for the institution's class of 2026.
17 artists are on the list, encompassing rock and other musical styles. Oasis , Iron Maiden , Billy Idol , The Black Crowes , and Joy Division/New Order are among the bands vying for the nomination.
To be eligible for a spot, the artist/band must have released a recording at least 25 years prior to the year of their nomination.
Of the nominees, 10 are seeking induction for the first time: Jeff Buckley , Phil Collins , Melissa Etheridge , Lauryn Hill , INXS , New Edition, Pink , Shakira , Luther Vandross and Wu-Tang Clan .
In a press release, John Sykes , president of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Foundation, said: “This diverse list of talented inductees recognizes the ever-evolving faces and sounds of rock and roll and its continuing impact on youth culture.”
The winners are expected to be announced at the end of April. The ceremony will take place between October and November in Los Angeles.
Although Iron Maiden has been eligible for induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame since 2004, the band had only been nominated twice before—in 2021 and 2023. It's worth noting that iconic hard rock and metal bands like Iron Maiden, Guns N' Roses , and Motörhead have yet to be recognized by the institution.
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