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Rock Hall Nominees, Women in Music Honorees Announced
New music releases, CMA Fest lineup, and ACM Awards details also revealed
Mar. 2, 2026 at 4:07pm
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The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announced its nominees for the class of 2026, including Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Lauryn Hill, Oasis, and Shakira. Mariah Carey will receive the Icon Award at the Billboard Women in Music event, while other honorees include Ella Langley, Kehlani, Laufey, Mariah the Scientist, Tate McRae, Teyana Taylor, and Zara Larsson. BLACKPINK became the first musical act to surpass 100 million YouTube subscribers, and details on CMA Fest and the ACM Awards were also revealed.
Why it matters
The Rock Hall nominations and Billboard Women in Music honorees showcase the diversity and influence of artists across genres, while the BLACKPINK milestone and music festival/awards show updates highlight the continued evolution and engagement of the music industry.
The details
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announced its 2026 nominees, which include a range of artists from different eras and styles, such as Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Lauryn Hill, Oasis, and Shakira. Mariah Carey will receive the prestigious Icon Award at the Billboard Women in Music event, recognizing her significant contributions to the industry. Other honorees include rising stars like Laufey and Mariah the Scientist. BLACKPINK made history by becoming the first musical act to surpass 100 million subscribers on YouTube, earning a custom Red Diamond Creator Award. CMA Fest in Nashville revealed part of its Nissan Stadium lineup, featuring artists like Blake Shelton and Luke Bryan, while the ACM Awards are set for May 17 in Las Vegas.
- The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees were announced on Monday.
- The Billboard Women in Music event will take place on April 29.
- CMA Fest is scheduled for June 4-7 in Nashville.
- The 61st Academy of Country Music Awards will be held on May 17 in Las Vegas.
The players
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
The organization that annually inducts artists into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, recognizing their significant contributions to rock music.
Mariah Carey
A highly successful and influential pop/R&B singer-songwriter who has won numerous awards, including multiple Grammys, and is being honored with the Icon Award at the Billboard Women in Music event.
BLACKPINK
A popular K-pop girl group that recently became the first musical act to surpass 100 million subscribers on YouTube.
CMA Fest
An annual country music festival held in Nashville, Tennessee, featuring performances by top country artists.
Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards
An annual awards show honoring achievements in country music, set to take place in Las Vegas.
What’s next
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame will reveal the inductees for the class of 2026 in April, with the induction ceremony scheduled for the fall. The Billboard Women in Music event, CMA Fest, and ACM Awards will all take place in the coming months, showcasing the latest achievements and performances in the music industry.
The takeaway
The diverse range of artists nominated for the Rock Hall, the recognition of influential women in music, and the continued success of global acts like BLACKPINK demonstrate the breadth and evolution of the music industry, highlighting its ability to celebrate talent across genres and generations.
