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)
The SoCal Angle
Jeff Buckley’s nomination for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame resonates deeply with Los Angeles’s vibrant music scene, where his soulful performances at iconic venues like the Troubadour left an indelible mark. While Buckley himself is no longer touring, fans can catch other nominees like The Black Crowes at the Hollywood Bowl or Iron Maiden at BMO Stadium, keeping the spirit of diverse rock legacies alive in the region.
Last updated February 25, 2026.