"This diverse list of talented nominees recognizes the ever-evolving faces and sounds of rock and roll and its continued impact on youth culture. The group of artists representing rock, pop, Latin music, R&B, hip-hop, post-punk and heavy metal reflects the increasing diversification of the hall, which after years of criticism that it overvalued the work of older, white men recently broadened its selection process along gender, race and style lines."
"An artist or band becomes eligible for induction into the hall 25 years after the release of their first commercial recording. Nominations, which are determined by a committee of music industry insiders, are voted on by more than 1,200 musicians, executives, historians and journalists."
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame announced its 2026 class nominees, featuring ten first-time candidates spanning rock, pop, Latin, R&B, hip-hop, post-punk, and heavy metal genres. Notable first-time nominees include Luther Vandross, Phil Collins, Shakira, Lauryn Hill, and Jeff Buckley, alongside Melissa Etheridge, INXS, New Edition, Pink, and Wu-Tang Clan. Seven previously nominated acts also appear on the ballot: the Black Crowes, Mariah Carey, Billy Idol, Iron Maiden, Oasis, Sade, and a combined Joy Division/New Order entry. This diverse slate reflects the hall's recent efforts to broaden its selection process across gender, race, and musical style after years of criticism for overvaluing older white male artists. Eligibility requires 25 years since first commercial recording release, with voting conducted by over 1,200 music industry professionals.
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