Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame 2026 Inductees Announced On Disney+
Details on this year’s inductees into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame have been revealed on ABC and Disney+ by Ryan Seacrest during the latest episode of “American Idol”.
This year’s induction ceremony is going to take place on Saturday, 14th November 2026, in Los Angeles, California, and it will debut on ABC and Disney+ in December
The performers set to be inducted this year include:
Performer Category:
- Phil Collins
- Billy Idol
- Iron Maiden
- Joy Division/New Order
- Oasis
- Sade
- Luther Vandross
- Wu-Tang Clan
Early Influence Award:
- Celia Cruz
- Fela Kuti
- Queen Latifah
- MC Lyte
- Gram Parsons
Musical Excellence Award:
- Linda Creed
- Arif Mardin
- Jimmy Miller
- Rick Rubin
Ahmet Ertegun Award:
- Ed Sullivan
John Sykes, Chairman of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, said in a statement regarding the new inductees:
“Induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame is music’s highest honor. We look forward to celebrating these remarkable artists at this year’s ceremony – it’s going to be an unforgettable night”
To be eligible for induction, an individual artist or band must have released its first commercial recording at least 25 years prior to the year of nomination. Phil Collins, Luther Vandross, and Wu-Tang Clan are first-time nominees. Billy Idol, Iron Maiden, Joy Division/New Order, Oasis, and Sade have all been nominated in the past.
The Induction categories include:
- Performers: artists who have created music whose originality, impact, and influence has changed the course of rock & roll.
- Early Influence Award: artists whose music and performance style have directly influenced, inspired, and evolved rock & roll and music impacting culture.
- Musical Excellence Award: given to artists, musicians, songwriters, and producers whose originality and influence have had a dramatic impact on music.
- Ahmet Ertegun Award: non-performing industry professionals who have had a major influence on the creative development and growth of rock & roll and music that has impacted culture.
Ticket on-sale information for the 2026 Induction Ceremony will be announced at a later date. Select Rock & Roll Hall of Fame donors and members receive exclusive Induction ticket opportunities. Donate or join by June 30, 2026, to be eligible. Visit rockhall.com/membership to learn more.
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