The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced 17 nominees for its class of 2026, with one of its most widely genre-spanning lists of contenders ever: The Black CrowesJeff BuckleyMariah CareyPhil CollinsMelissa EtheridgeLauryn HillBilly IdolINXSIron MaidenJoy Division/New OrderNew EditionOasisPinkSa., first reported by Variety Music.
Consequence added that mariah Carey, P!NK, Joy Division/New Order, Billy Idol, Jeff Buckley, Sade, and INXS are among this year’s other finalists.
Black Crowes, Jeff Buckley, Melissa Etheridge, Billy Idol, INXS, Iron Maiden, Joy Division/New Order, New Edition, Sade, Shakira, Luther Vandross, and Wu-Tang Clan are also on the ballot. (Rolling Stone)
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Lauryn Hill is among the diverse group of artists nominated for the 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. While Hill herself doesn’t have upcoming shows in the area, the recent announcement has fans buzzing, especially with other nominees like The Black Crowes and Iron Maiden set to hit major Los Angeles venues.
Last updated February 25, 2026.