Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 2026 Nominees Announced

Phil Collins, Lauryn Hill, Mariah Carey, Oasis, and Pink lead the list of 17 nominees for the Class of 2026 induction.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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The nominations for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's Class of 2026 have been announced, featuring a diverse group of artists including Phil Collins, Lauryn Hill, Mariah Carey, Oasis, Pink, the Black Crowes, Jeff Buckley, Melissa Etheridge, Billy Idol, INXS, Iron Maiden, Joy Division/New Order, New Edition, Sade, Shakira, Luther Vandross, and the Wu-Tang Clan. The inductees will be announced in April, with the annual induction ceremony taking place in the fall.

Why it matters

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction is considered music's highest honor, recognizing the most influential and impactful artists across rock, pop, and related genres. This year's diverse list of nominees reflects the ever-evolving nature of rock and roll and its continued impact on youth culture and popular music.

The details

To qualify for this year's ballot, each nominee's first single or album had to have been released in 2001 or earlier. Ten of the 17 nominees are first-time finalists, while others like Mariah Carey, Iron Maiden, and Joy Division/New Order have been nominated multiple times in the past. Some artists like Iron Maiden and Oasis' Liam Gallagher have been critical of the Hall of Fame in the past, but may change their tune if inducted.

  • The nominations were announced on February 25, 2026.
  • The inductees will be announced in April 2026.
  • The annual induction ceremony will take place in the fall of 2026.

The players

John Sykes

Chairman of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation.

Bruce Dickinson

Frontman of the heavy metal band Iron Maiden, who has previously criticized the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Liam Gallagher

Lead singer of the rock band Oasis, who has also expressed disdain for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in the past.

Peter Hook

Former bassist of the bands Joy Division and New Order, who has discussed the possibility of reuniting with his former bandmates for a potential Hall of Fame induction.

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What they’re saying

“This diverse list of talented nominees recognizes the ever-evolving faces and sounds of Rock & Roll and its continued impact on youth culture.”

— John Sykes, Chairman of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation (rollingstone.com)

“I actually think the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame is an utter and complete load of bollocks, to be honest with you. It's run by a bunch of sanctimonious bloody Americans who wouldn't know rock & roll if it hit them in the face. They need to stop taking Prozac and start drinking fucking beer.”

— Bruce Dickinson (rollingstone.com)

“As much as I love Mariah Carey and all that, I want to say: do me a favor and fuck off. It's like putting me in the rap hall of fame, and I don't want to be part of anything that mentally disturbed. Besides, I've done more for rock n' roll than half of them clowns on that board, so it's all a load of bollocks.”

— Liam Gallagher (The Sunday Times)

“It will be a difficult awards ceremony if we get there, but as my wife said we've got to rise above these things... and be nice and be courteous and think the best. Maybe this is the olive branch that we may need to end the injustices that were done with New Order in the end. It's a very strange position to be in but, y'know, we're not the first group that's been ostracized by each other, and we won't be the last.”

— Peter Hook, Former bassist of Joy Division and New Order (Billboard)

What’s next

The inductees will be announced in April 2026, and the annual induction ceremony will take place in the fall of 2026.

The takeaway

The diverse list of 2026 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominees reflects the evolving and inclusive nature of rock and roll, as the Hall of Fame continues to recognize the significant impact of artists across various genres and eras. However, the ongoing criticism from some artists about the legitimacy of the institution highlights the complex and contentious nature of this prestigious music honor.