Uncovering the Next Generation's Hall of Fame
Future Rock Legends predicts the 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees (with a bonus John Sykes Report Card)
John Sykes took over as Chairman of the Board of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation on January 1, 2020. (His first start-to-finish induction class was 2021.) It's been five full years, so let's sharpen a pencil and fill out his report card to see how he's performed in various subjects:
- Increasing diversity on the Nominating Committee: In Sykes's tenure, the number of women on the Nominating Committee has steadily increased from 26% when he took over, to an all time high of 45% in 2025. Grade: A-
- Increasing diversity on the Board of Directors: Sykes inherited a Board with two women out of 26 members (8%). The Board now has seven women out of 28 (25%) and a far more racially diverse group. Grade: B
- Live streaming the induction ceremony: In 2023, the Hall of Fame moved the induction ceremony broadcasts from HBO/HBO Max to Disney+ where the ceremonies were able to return to an unedited live streaming format. As part of this deal, ABC broadcasts an edited version of the ceremony annually on New Year's Day, reaching the free TV audience for the first time. Grade: A
- Reducing the backlog by increasing the size of the induction classes: In the five years before Sykes took over the Hall was averaging just 6.8 inductees per induction class. Since 2021, that has doubled to 13.8. There are still a staggering number of deserving artists but it could be so much worse. Grade: A+
- Fixing the voting system: Beginning in 2024, the Rock Hall adjusted their voting rules to allow their official voters (and the fans) to vote for up to seven artists instead of the previous five. This was done to reflect the larger performer classes the Hall of Fame had been inducting. While still not perfect, this was a step in the right direction. Grade: B+
- Aligning the emphasis of the Fan Vote with its actual importance: Every time a popular artist gets nominated, their fans flood the Fan Vote hoping to guarantee their induction but get disappointed when it doesn't happen. The Rock Hall hasn't adjusted the emphasis they place on it nor the weight it is given in the actual tally. Grade: D
- Bringing clarity to the Special Categories: In an attempt to broaden the definition of the Musical Influence category to go beyond the original pre-Rock & Roll-era intent, the Hall inducted Kraftwerk and Gil Scott-Heron in 2021. They succumbed to the temptation of using Musical Excellence and Musical Influence as brute-force mechanisms to clear congested ballot lanes, and in doing so completely muddied the definitions of the categories and rendered them meaningless. Grade: F
- Keeping his promise to Cleveland to bring the induction ceremony there every two years: In 2021, he said that was the plan but it hasn't happened yet. The Museum and Cleveland desperately want it, but Sykes's public comments have shifted to keeping the current three-year rotation. Grade: D
- Increasing or maintaining the prestige of an induction: Under Sykes, the Hall of Fame self-proclaimed the inductions "Rock's Highest Honor," clearly trying to mimic the Grammys' "Music's Biggest Night" tagline. Even during the Jann Wenner era, the honor of being inducted was been questioned by some artists, and that has continued in recent years with notable friction with inductees like Chubby Checker, Carol Kaye, Foreigner, Rage Against the Machine, and Todd Rundgren. Additionally, performers who get inducted in the side categories often publicly question what that is all about. As much as Sykes proclaims that all inductees are equal, the honor of getting in through the ballot process as a performer while being voted on by other inductees (your influences and peers, plus "the fans") is still the preferred avenue for most artists. Grade: C
- Improving communication of the ballot and inductee announcements: From creating no buzz around the ballot announcement, to releasing the nominees on the Saturday before the Super Bowl, by dropping the Sirius-XM partnership, to having American Idol half-ass the inductee announcement, it has been nothing but a series of failures. Grade: F
- Expanding the definition of "rock and roll": Beginning in 2005, Jann Wenner began the push to get hip hop artists included in the Hall of Fame. Twenty years later, that has become a settled fact at this point. In 2022, the Dolly Parton nomination as a performer broke the unspoken separation between the Rock Hall and the Country Music Hall of Fame. The Rock Hall had dabbled with country artists in the past, but usually in the context of inducting them as influences. Willie Nelson went in easily the following year, so it seemed that other country stars could soon follow. That hasn't happened yet and the relationship of the Rock Hall and country music is still a bit up in the air. Sykes did broaden the Rock Hall's focus to nominate a global superstar like Mariah Carey who didn't get any attention from the Hall of Fame for her first 8 years of eligibility. Other popular "icons" like Cher, Carole King, Lionel Richie, and Tina Turner all were able to finally get noticed under Sykes. Grade: B
- Keeping the Rock Hall induction ceremonies unique: There are three different eras of induction ceremonies: The first was the 1986-2011 ceremonies which were the private Waldorf-Astoria black tie affairs (there were a couple of exceptions). The TV cameras were mostly an afterthought and the focus stayed on the inductees. The 2012-2020 HBO era made public ceremonies permanent and increased the production value and star power, but not at the expense of keeping the focus on the inductees. In the John Sykes era since 2021, it often feels like the inductees aren't the primary focus. Tribute performances are booked for artists who would prefer to perform themselves. Inductors are selected for their name or industry status rather than their connection to the honoree. The production values have remained high, but the reliance on "award ceremony regulars" gives the ceremonies a new blandness. The Rock Hall should be special in a way that the Billboard Awards, the American Music Awards, and especially the iHeart Music Awards just aren't. Grade: C
So with all of the above categories being weighted equally, the final grade for John Sykes after his first five induction classes averages out to about a B-. Your own impression of his tenure will hinge on how much value you give to his various accomplishments. While it's not included above, a vital part of his tenure was bringing some steady leadership to the position that wasn't burdened with Jann Wenner's racial and gender biases, and his reputation for blacklists. Everyone can agree it was time to move on from that.
With all of that as context, let's predict which 15 artists will appear on the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2026 ballot:
Artists who have never been nominated...
- Bryan Adams
- Diana Ross
- Gloria Estefan
- INXS
- Alanis Morissette
- Alicia Keys
- Melissa Etheridge
- Pink
- Phil Collins
Artists who have previously been nominated...
- Sinead O’Connor
- Sting
- Billy Idol
- Beck
- Joy Division/New Order
- Oasis
[Predictions posted on Patreon on January 25, 2026]
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1251 comments so far (post your own)What are your predictions for the 2026 nominees?. Posted by |
richie on New: Posted by |
Early Predictions: Posted by |
Whoops! Forgot to include TLC in my predictions. Posted by |
Greg F, RG, Plebeian, K-Dawg, Raichu, Casper, Power, dmg, Mat R, Will M, Alec Tessitore, Shrek and others, Posted by |
My early nominee predictions for the 2026 Class: Posted by Julia G on Monday, 12/1/2025 @ 14:05pm |
The Sugarhill Gang Posted by Cardgage on Monday, 12/1/2025 @ 17:25pm |
Iron Maiden Posted by Cardgage on Monday, 12/1/2025 @ 17:40pm |
Greg F, RG, Plebeian, K-Dawg, Raichu, Casper, Power, dmg, Mat R, Will M, Alec Tessitore, Shrek, Ian, Omar, Timothy Pernell and others, Posted by |
Alrighty then! Posted by |
Since some are speculating upping it to 20 Posted by Cardgage on Monday, 12/1/2025 @ 23:56pm |
Don't remember if I posted my predictions in the last thread but I'll post them again just in case Posted by |
Returning: Posted by Jason E Power on Tuesday, 12/2/2025 @ 22:42pm |
PERFORMERS/EXCELLENCE Posted by Cardgage on Wednesday, 12/3/2025 @ 15:36pm |
RIP Steve Cropper Posted by Will M on Wednesday, 12/3/2025 @ 17:54pm |
Booker T. is now the only living member of his self-named group, unfortunately. Seven members of 1992 are still alive, the same amount that are alive in 1988. Posted by |
I am here. I need to get my list and think it back over. Although I will say, the shoo-ins that barely missed it are probably Mariah Carey and Boston at this point. Boston, because...well, the rockists gonna cry, and Iron Maiden seems like it's not gaining any traction, so... Posted by |
I disagree on Mariah. What's the rush? She had the lane cleared and still couldn't get in. What's really going to change a year later? Her music is about as artful as Wal-Mart to a lot of voters. Posted by |
Is Mariah really more of a lock than Oasis? Posted by |
Alec, Posted by |
Here are my nominee predictions for 2026: Posted by |
My predictions: Posted by |
Greg F, Posted by |
I guess it would be Posted by |
Greg F, Posted by |
Casper Posted by |
John R.C., Posted by |
PERFORMERS/EXCELLENCE Posted by Cardgage on Saturday, 12/6/2025 @ 02:11am |
Richie, we'll see what happens soon. My guess was more for fun and not to be taken seriously. Heck my predictions might be wrong anyway so it doesn't matter anyway. Posted by |
PERFORMERS/EXCELLENCE Posted by Cardgage on Saturday, 12/6/2025 @ 02:15am |
Greg F, Posted by |
Coldplay are taking a break from their tour and Chris Martin said they'll only get back on the road in 2027. This might be the perfect year for the band. A ceremony with them, Oasis and Mariah would be huge (I doubt we'll get all three at once though). Posted by Alex on Saturday, 12/6/2025 @ 08:17am |
THE NOMINEES FOR THE 2026 ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME Posted by |
1. The Monkees Posted by Eric Tompkins on Saturday, 12/6/2025 @ 09:22am |
I'm kind of excited to see what the "classic rock" pick/picks will be for the ballot this year. Of course, Boston is the answer I chose for my prediction ballot, but I could also see it going to Meat Loaf, King Crimson, Phil Collins, Blue Oyster Cult, Motley Crue or Jethro Tull. Posted by Julia G on Saturday, 12/6/2025 @ 09:33am |
Richie Posted by |
Does Julian Casablanca's father having ties with Epstein hurt The Strokes chances of getting in and not just as an FYE inductee? Posted by |
I think that if they do take a break from nominating Mariah this year, I think that they will surprise us all and give Celine Dion a surprise, but very much well-deserved nomination this year coming up for 2026 instead of Alicia Keys as a FYE, because Celine Dion is a much bigger name and really should be in the conversation for the Rock Hall because of her massive global worldwide record sales and her massive global worldwide popularity and also because of her health issues over the past few years (She has suffered from SPS (Stiff Person Syndrome) since 2022), so I think that there may be an urgency to get Celine nominated and inducted before her health worsens, so if they do take a break from nominating Mariah this year, I think that they will surprise us all and give Celine a surprise, but very much well-deserved nomination this year coming up for 2026 instead of Alicia Keys as a FYE. Posted by |
I'm no expert on the industry connections that come into play in the Rock Hall's nominating and voting process, but Alicia Keys certainly seems to me like someone with a lot of respect among the industry, both as a musician and songwriter and as a person. If there's some mysterious industry force keeping Mariah from getting inducted, I think that some force could come to benefit getting Alicia in as a first time nominee. Not to mention that she hits the trifecta of commercial success, critical acclaim, and industry respect. Posted by Julia G on Saturday, 12/6/2025 @ 11:24am |
I just don't see why Mariah has been snubbed for so long. I know she's the populist pick, but it seemed a shoo-in a few years ago when Whitney and Janet went in almost back-to-back. She's probably the main bridge linking pop music's foray into predominantly hip-hop as popularity shifted in the 90s, and honestly, for most of the decade she probably was the most famous artist in the world. Boyz II Men were also huge at that point, and it's curious they never get any mention either. Then again, it took them 20 more years to recognize some of the big 70s r and b names, so in some ways they rush to put the biggest new names in at the expense of leaving gaping holes in genres. Posted by |
If Barbra Streisand isn't in then I don't think Celine Dion should get in before her Posted by |
Mariah's not in because her tabloid ridden personal life gives off the wrong impression to voters. That and she can veer a little close to Adult Contemporary at times. Posted by |
My performer predictions: Posted by The Towerman on Saturday, 12/6/2025 @ 17:50pm |
TheTowerman, Posted by |
Roy, please don't start your lists like that. It makes it look like an announcement. Posted by Cardgage on Sunday, 12/7/2025 @ 01:25am |
The 2025 Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Posted by |
RG, Plebeian, K-Dawg, Casper, Power, dmg, Mat R, Will M, Shrek, Ian, Omar, Timothy Pernell and others. Posted by |
R.I.P. Raul Malo one of the best voice on the business... Posted by Denis on Tuesday, 12/9/2025 @ 14:22pm |
Roy, could you please start your comments a different way? You make it sound like an announcement putting it the way you did. Posted by Cardgage on Tuesday, 12/9/2025 @ 14:33pm |
Raichu, Posted by |
PERFORMERS/EXCELLENCE Posted by Cardgage on Wednesday, 12/10/2025 @ 02:46am |
PERFORMERS/EXCELLENCE Posted by Cardgage on Wednesday, 12/10/2025 @ 02:48am |
Hello everyone! Posted by Plebeian on Wednesday, 12/10/2025 @ 13:14pm |
Plebeian, Posted by |
For those who aren't on Blue sky or not connected to me on there, here's a partial list of my 2026 Nominees. I'm announcing them day-by-day. So far I got 10 who I think will make next year's nominations list. Still 5 more to go! I will give away a couple things: I'll be including 2 divas, one I announced already - plus I think there will be 15 nominees, and I don't think any of them that are newly eligible this year will get on. No Strokes, No Norah Jones, No Alicia Keys. Maybe some other year. (Yes I am aware the Strokes are headlining Bonnaroo next year) Posted by Jason Voigt on Wednesday, 12/10/2025 @ 16:20pm |
No Doubt chances have to have gone down with Gwen Stefani's anti-abortion stance and the blowback. Posted by Jim C. on Wednesday, 12/10/2025 @ 21:33pm |
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It Takes Two! Posted by Plebeian on Thursday, 12/11/2025 @ 00:21am |
PERFORMERS/EXCELLENCE Posted by Cardgage on Thursday, 12/11/2025 @ 00:46am |
Cardgage, stop spamming us all with your stupid predictions!!! Posted by Dartmouth on Thursday, 12/11/2025 @ 08:40am |
Glad you're back, Plebeian. You've been missed. As you might be able to tell, the board has gotten somewhat repetitive...even past richie's insatiable parrot posts. Posted by |
Plebeian, Posted by |
Since everyone is clamoring for my predictions here's mine: Posted by Plebeian on Thursday, 12/11/2025 @ 11:36am |
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Plebeian, Posted by Michael W. on Thursday, 12/11/2025 @ 14:03pm |
I know some people have Oasis fatigue but next induction is the right moment for the Rock Hall to induct Oasis Posted by |
PERFORMERS/EXCELLENCE Posted by Cardgage on Thursday, 12/11/2025 @ 23:01pm |
3. Queens of the Stone Age Posted by Plebeian on Friday, 12/12/2025 @ 01:10am |
NO CARDGAGE!!! JUST STOP POSTING!!! You are incredibly annoying with your post spamming...just please stop!! Posted by Darmouth on Friday, 12/12/2025 @ 08:24am |
Kept you waiting? Posted by Plebeian on Saturday, 12/13/2025 @ 21:53pm |
I think : Posted by Jed Goss on Sunday, 12/14/2025 @ 15:33pm |
Someone informed me I made a typo on my post for Queens so here it is more revised. Posted by Plebeian on Sunday, 12/14/2025 @ 18:14pm |
Sorry I'm late had something important to do. Posted by Plebeian on Monday, 12/15/2025 @ 00:08am |
6. The Stone Roses Posted by Plebeian on Monday, 12/15/2025 @ 00:12am |
Tori Amos NEEDS to get noticed. We haven't gotten to the 90s female songwriters yet, surprisingly. Posted by |
2023 will be the rare class that all nominees will be inducted eventually Posted by |
Gut feeling rock hall will move on from 60-70s classic rock era next year, and use Bryan Adams as boomer rock pick... Posted by |
B52s will be nominated in 2026, after Cyndi in Posted by |
Beck will be in White Stripes spot... Posted by |
If Phish finished "near" enough, will not be surprised with Phish nominated in 26 again to sell tickets. Pretty sure DMB performed not good in 20 so it took them 4 years to return. Posted by |
The problem with the B 52's being voted in right away and this is coming from someone who is a big supporter of their candidacy is that will they do better than DEVO on the ballot? Posted by |
Catching up on Plebeian's list. A couple of my favorites in there. Posted by Michael W. on Tuesday, 12/16/2025 @ 08:52am |
Also feel like Josh Homme and Mark Lanegan both also could be honored through a side category Posted by |
Meant to say Josh Homme not Josh Freese lol. Posted by Plebeian on Tuesday, 12/16/2025 @ 13:19pm |
Omar, Posted by |
8. Massive Attack Posted by Plebeian on Wednesday, 12/17/2025 @ 23:59pm |
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richie Posted by |
Plebeian, Posted by Michael W. on Thursday, 12/18/2025 @ 07:42am |
The B-52's vs. Devo is an interesting discussion. Obviously Devo is the higher priority for the Hall based on their previous noms. But I think the B-52's have a far greater chance of being inducted as performers. Not only were they the more mainstream of the two groups and have more recognizable songs, but they also have additional appeal for people who fight for greater representation of women in the Hall. They also would appeal to anyone who supports the LGBTQ+ community. I suspect they'll get in on their first nomination, whenever that happens. I think Devo still has a chance as well, but a side category feels much more likely for them than for the B-52's. Posted by Michael W. on Thursday, 12/18/2025 @ 07:49am |
Omar, Posted by |
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Richie Posted by |
Gonna be honest Posted by |
https://www.vulture.com/article/rock-and-roll-hall-of-fame-tells-all.html Posted by Jim C. on Thursday, 12/18/2025 @ 14:16pm |
I rather see Sting solo get nominated again rather than Bryan Adams getting nominated lol Posted by |
Here's a full update on my 2026 Rock Hall nomination predictions. I hope this is definitely a Heinz 57 year as they catch up on who needs to get in and/or step aside. More than half have not been nominated yet, and most are long overdue. Then you have those that are likely to make the ballot again. Some I believe have been omitted just to make things unpredictable. Posted by Jason Voigt on Thursday, 12/18/2025 @ 18:04pm |
15 months NOT 15 years my bad Posted by Jason Voigt on Thursday, 12/18/2025 @ 18:07pm |
Performers: Posted by Hadiyah P on Thursday, 12/18/2025 @ 19:27pm |
https://www.vulture.com/article/rock-hall-of-fame-2025-anonymous-ballot.html Posted by Jim C. on Thursday, 12/18/2025 @ 22:26pm |
John Sykes wants Sting, Lenny Kravitz, Mariah Carey, Usher nominated and inducted next! Posted by |
9. Daft Punk Posted by Plebeian on Thursday, 12/18/2025 @ 23:09pm |
THE NOMINEES FOR THE 2026 ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME SHOULD BE Posted by |
Thin Lizzy Posted by |
Oasis or Joy Division/New Order are my biggest wants in 2026 Posted by |
No wait Posted by |
10. Aphex Twin Posted by Plebeian on Friday, 12/19/2025 @ 22:30pm |
My big wants for the 2026 class: Posted by |
My gut feeling is Mariah Carey will be nominated for third time in 26, and being voted in... John Sykes certainly will do lots of work "behind the scenes" to support Mariah again. Posted by |
Iron Maiden probably get third nomination too Posted by |
Omar Posted by |
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Sorry again forgot about Day 11 so here it is Posted by Plebeian on Sunday, 12/21/2025 @ 17:41pm |
Here it is the last one of the 12 Days this year. Crazy how time flies by. 6 years and going strong! Posted by Plebeian on Sunday, 12/21/2025 @ 17:47pm |
I don't think My Chemical Romance is eligible till 2027 though Posted by |
Strokes are headlining Bonnaroo next year. Posted by Jason Voigt on Sunday, 12/21/2025 @ 21:25pm |
Dont think Strokes will be nominated in 26 Posted by |
Some forgettens. Posted by Denis on Monday, 12/22/2025 @ 09:00am |
Chris Rea dead one of my favorites. RIP Posted by Denis on Monday, 12/22/2025 @ 10:07am |
Since John Sykes gets what John Sykes wants, I dropped Alanis Morissette, Harry Nilsson and Britney Spears for Usher, Sting and Lenny Kravitz - Mariah Carey was already on my list. Still, I feel Morissette, Nilsson, Spears and, what, a few dozen others have a shot. Still, below is my prediction for the R&RHoF nominee ballot for 2026. Posted by Charles Crossley Jr on Monday, 12/22/2025 @ 21:35pm |
My predictions: Posted by |
I've consistently had 20 Nominee Predictions over the last few years. Twenty (20) is a nice round number and the Nominating Committee has selected 19 Nominees 1 year. Don't think it is out of line. It's really about percentages anyway. A person say "DWIGHT" could nominate 16 music artists on their predictions. Let's say 8 are correct. That's a strong 50% right. I have 20 Nominees and I might have only 6 correct. This "DWIGHT" would defeat me with more correct and better %. The Nominees selection is an exciting time of the year. Nobody gets a perfect paper. The Committee usually throws a curve ball or a left field pick to keep people discussing and talking. There's a difference in 20 Nominees than 30 or 35 Nominees. I finish my FINAL 20 LIST every OCTOBER and stick to that final list. Richie has asked me over the years about maybe some different changes I would make. Once I finalize my list in OCTOBER, that's what it is for that cycle. I made the unfortunate mistake cutting Chicago & Steve Miller off my final list. The year they finally made it to the ballot and earned induction. I had Chicago and Steve Miller most of the season on my picks. It happens sometimes. I've also been lucky guessing right on Duran Duran Journey, Los Lobos, Peter Gabriel etc. I've seen people hearing "gossip" or "rumors" or "whispers" and keep changing their list. They say this is my final list, no this is my final list for real, I've made a few changes, wait I have a new 16, no this is really my final list. They are in the 1st week of February making their 85th or 86th list right before the Committee unveils the 15-20 Music Artist Ballot. Anybody could do that. There's also several artists who could be inducted twice....Diana Ross, Don Henley, Joan Jett with The Runaways, John Fogerty, Phil Collins, Sting, Tom Petty spring to mind. This 2025-2026 cycle could be 1 of the best slate of Nominees. There's strong holdovers from the last few cycles (Billy Idol, Black Crowes, JD/NO, Lenny Kravitz, Mariah Carey, etc) plus some new artists eligible the last few years. The Committee also has gone back in time to select deserving artists from the 1960's like Chubby Checker, Dionne Warwick, The Zombies when it has been stated a few times that the Committee has moved on from The 1950's and The 1960's. I'm very interested who the Committee will select this 2026 cycle. Posted by |
It's not just Richie lol Posted by |
I think that Mariah will get a third straight nomination this year coming up for 2026 just like The Cars, Todd Rundgren and A Tribe Called Quest and she'll get in on her third try just like The Cars, Todd Rundgren and A Tribe Called Quest did. I think that they'll wait on Alicia Keys until after Mariah and Beyonce get in first. I do think that Alicia Keys will be a FYN inductee once she's nominated after Mariah and Beyonce get in first though. Posted by |
Oasis the other nomination that potentially will get a 3rd straight nomination I feel proved more to voters since the last voting cycle especially with how successful and sold out that reunion tour Posted by |
Alec T Posted by |
I would rather a Sting nomination than Adams as well... Posted by |
And out of all of those Phil Collins would be the one to get inducted first try Posted by |
With Whitney Houston, Carlos Santana, Cher, Paul Simon and Chaka Khan set to receive the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award next month, here's the updated list of artists who are now both RRHOF inductees and Grammy Lifetime Achievement recipients: Posted by |
Timothy Pernell Posted by |
It's a beautiful day:: Incredible band Posted by Denis on Thursday, 12/25/2025 @ 14:00pm |
Following Grammy lifetime achievement Posted by |
Fela will eventually get in it will just be through a side category Posted by |
2019 goes from the class with the least amount of dead members to being tied with 2007, 2011, 2013, 2016,and 2017, all of which have four dead members thanks to the fact that Perry Bamonte of The Cure has died. Posted by |
Henry Fambrough and John Edwards of the Spinners were alive at the time of the Spinners 2023 induction ceremony into the R&RHoF. Fambrough died 07 Feb 2024. Edwards died this year, 09 May 2025. Posted by Charles Crossley Jr on Friday, 12/26/2025 @ 18:23pm |
It's A Beautiful Day is an incredible band. Posted by Charles Crossley Jr on Friday, 12/26/2025 @ 18:26pm |
Remember, everyone, the R&RHoF nomcom, if they haven't met already, will meet sometime during the next three weeks and decide who will be on the nominee ballot which will be announced sometime in Feb 2026. So, now's the time to submit your predictions. Posted by Charles Crossley Jr on Friday, 12/26/2025 @ 18:58pm |
A great job by Plebeian for his 12 days of Rock Christmas presentation. With everything in flux and such a whirlwind this board has become, it's nice we still have some traditions. And, he knocks it out of the park every time. Posted by |
Okay, my prediction/wish list... Posted by |
Alec T, Posted by Timothy Pernell on Sunday, 12/28/2025 @ 03:07am |
K-Dawg's Way Too Early Updated Predictions for Inductees in the RRHOF 2026: Posted by |
I'm reminded of Sade. Can't think of why I forgot them, but they definitely would be back. Posted by |
Linkin Park may have came later and after Korn but I expect them to be nominated and inducted first Posted by |
Feel Korn is long shot Posted by |
Not sure how they will deal with Kuti Posted by |
20 NOMINEES PREDICTION (IN NO ORDER) Posted by |
The "Real Good Shot" List (The Most Likely Inductees According To My Metric) Posted by |
Casper Posted by |
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Alec T Posted by |
I'm kind of upset that Iron Maiden's name isn't on Casper's list. Where the heck is it? Posted by Johnny on Monday, 12/29/2025 @ 21:36pm |
Casper, question. Posted by Charles Crossley Jr on Monday, 12/29/2025 @ 22:35pm |
Nominations have been harder to predict. But I would hope my predictions for 2026 below come true: Posted by |
Hello for me candidates to RRHF class 2026: Posted by Hector vallecillo on Tuesday, 12/30/2025 @ 01:14am |
Hello for me candidates to RRHF class 2026: Posted by Hector vallecillo on Tuesday, 12/30/2025 @ 01:24am |
Just wait and see Posted by |
If Devo ever gets fourth nominated, I think they are going to be voted in ... Posted by |
Loggins & Messina Posted by Denis on Tuesday, 12/30/2025 @ 10:45am |
The thing with DEVO is that Posted by |
Alec T Posted by |
I still wonder what really happened to Warren Zevon Posted by |
So did Warren Zevon actually do well enough, Posted by |
Warren Zevon didn't deserve it. Big fan, but he sold nothing (2 million or so) and his only hit was a novelty / Halloween song. Not a touring draw and had extended breaks in his career. He finished strong and The Wind was pretty good for how limited his vocal ability became. Posted by Jim C. on Tuesday, 12/30/2025 @ 21:33pm |
Kinda cheesy but here is a poem I came up with Posted by |
Beck Posted by |
Omar, Posted by |
Don't think Collins and Adams are inducted in the same class and I don't think Adams even will get voted in immediately Posted by |
Alec T Posted by |
I disagree and always have with the idea of sales being the criteria of who should be inducted, and that is part of why there is no interest in the hall. Sales ARE often a benefit of connections, namely connections with music labels. The more they are connected to shilling an artist the more they have a chance to hit those high sale numbers, and focusing on that makes it seem like the closed circle industry circlejerk club that it gets criticized for because most artists never get that chance to be promoted as much. It does not say anything about an artists legacy, long-term appeal, influence, critical standing which are what indicates a great inductee. If anything, sales should be a final criteria for a first year inductee who hits all other criteria. If it is the focus, we get very weak inductees that do not stand the test of time as we have seen with dwindling Hall interest. Posted by GuestG on Wednesday, 12/31/2025 @ 15:31pm |
Coldplay gets nominated and they are in, industry is in love with them so casual voters will pick them Posted by GuestG on Wednesday, 12/31/2025 @ 15:35pm |
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Omar Posted by |
Going to post my KING 20 Final List Nominee Predictions for the upcoming year 2026. Richie has asked me a few times and now that January 1, 2026 is here...It feels like the right time. They are not ranked or placed in any particular order. Posted by |
Forget Lenny Kravitz Posted by |
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Diana Ross has been more visible in the last year than is normal for her. She performed on Dick Clark's NYE show last night. But I'm wondering if the recent Epstein pictures would distance her chances in the committee to avoid even a remote association with *that* scandal. I have a feeling her NYE performance (rare for her to perform on live television) was a PR rescue effort. Posted by |
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Omar and K-Dawg, Posted by |
I really hope they put Jethro Tull, King Crimson, Emerson, Lake & Palmer all together on the same ballot and they all get enough votes to be inducted in the same year. There is recent examples of multiple classic rock acts all getting in together. Posted by |
Roy, Posted by |
Two members of King Crimson have been inducted in the last two years. Ian McDonald with Foreigner, and Boz Burrell with Bad Company. King Crimson is next for 2026. Posted by |
Roy, Posted by |
Boston has a good chance of being next up Posted by |
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My metric is based on likeliest to get in overall. A name that I can't even see as remotely having a chance of making the ballot anytime soon isn't going to appear on my list whatsoever, fyi. So I start from that perspective and it's given me over a hundred names. Then after I have ranked them on a scale of 1-5 based on induction likelihood on the ballot (which currently means only Diana Ross in 2026 would have 100% likely chances of induction if she were on the ballot), I then do a tiebreaker after the decimal based on where I'd roughly place their overall importance in rock history on a 1-5 scale (the first decimal), followed by the number of nominations they've received (the second decimal) and then the inverse of where they rank in the Top 1000 on AcclaimedMusic.Net (so it's just three 000s if they weren't in the top 1000). Posted by |
Alec T, Daft Punk are a worldwide global phenomenon that even won the Grammy for Album of the Year. Songs like "One More Time" and "Around The World" and "Get Lucky" are known by hundreds of millions of people and they headlined festivals. The footprint for New Order in the United States was basically "Blue Monday" and occasional heavy play on college radio and the fledgling commercial alternative rock radio. Granted, New Order themselves can now headline indie festivals and play arena shows but they just don't have the massive name recognition among general music listeners that Daft Punk happens to have. Posted by |
For what it's worth, my predicted nominees for 2026: Posted by |
My proposed ballot is honestly STACKED. And basically everyone would have a considerable chance at getting in. Would be the least predictable class in years. You could even argue that all the frontwomen names could split the vote and even stop Diana Ross from sailing in. Posted by |
When they put in Nile Rodgers through Musical Excellence Posted by |
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Bad Company felt like the last big hurdle towards a Boston nomination Posted by |
On the subject of Warren Zevon's influence, instead of relying on lazy ignorance, please knock yourselves out and do some research. I might as well set the example, huh? Time for one of my lists. . . Posted by Charles Crossley Jr on Friday, 01/2/2026 @ 11:19am |
As far as what the induction of Bad Company could lead to. . . Posted by Charles Crossley Jr on Friday, 01/2/2026 @ 11:50am |
It will be a strange situation for Chic Posted by |
Casper Posted by Charles Crossley Jr on Friday, 01/2/2026 @ 13:05pm |
Here is my unpopular opinion I cemented after the previous year: They really need to reduce the pre-80s acts that they are nominating, maybe down to one a year at most. That is the main hindrance for the Rock Hall's legitmacy and future. Posted by GuestG on Friday, 01/2/2026 @ 18:25pm |
GuestG, my personal thought process is that the ceremony should be kept current and that eligibles should have just a 25 year window on the Performers ballot. After that, it should be a separate Veterans Committee-type thing and maybe even have a second annual ceremony with the tribute performances, etc. Posted by |
I also have the idea of having sub-genre inductions such as British Folk and then that includes Fairport Convention, Nick Drake, etc. You're still inducting all those people but doing it all at once to honor the subgenre with maybe a song or two tribute performance and a video that maps out that scene. Would be a great way to clear the backlog (Electronic Pioneers, Metal Legends) and also induct the related non-performers at the same time Posted by |
As far as my 25 year window goes, we'd now be just looking at acts who debuted from 1976 (basically all predominantly 80s acts) through 2001. The institution would soon be focused on just the 80s/90s/00s. Posted by |
I really thought Beck was at bottom in voting in 22 Posted by |
My prediction for 2026 Rock And Roll Hall of Fame nominees including Posted by TJ Radway on Friday, 01/2/2026 @ 18:55pm |
Also, this year Joe Cocker, Zevon, Chubby and Bad Company were all inducted. Making me feel Little Steven will step down soon and he is using his last time to induct claasic rock acts as more as possible... Posted by |
Next 15 years, 105 acts will be inducted. Posted by WarrenZevon on Friday, 01/2/2026 @ 19:03pm |
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Casper, Posted by GuestG on Friday, 01/2/2026 @ 19:57pm |
The only thing they really need to be doing is eliminate the 1000~ member voting body and just announce the inductees once a year selected by what is already the NomCom. Like what the Country Hall of Fame and (formerly) Kennedy Centre Honors already do. Posted by |
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Kate Bush got in only because of Stranger Things. Outside of that, there was zero chance of her getting in. Posted by Jim C. on Friday, 01/2/2026 @ 21:15pm |
Country Hall of Fame is probably the worst run organization ever. That is the last org to emulate. The Judds had to wait 21 years (no brainer resume). There are still many huge names not in. Posted by Jim C. on Friday, 01/2/2026 @ 21:42pm |
Great Nominees picks and topics! I think Chic will be inducted soon. They could use the Musical Influence or Musical Excellence for Chic. I think the Hall wants to get them inducted as the 11 or 12 time Nominations and NO induction doesn't place a positive light on Chic or the Hall. Nile Rodgers as a 2x inductee wouldn't be that surprising as he is very respected in the music industry. There are several 2x inductees in the Hall. Posted by |
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As far as having a 25 year sunset eligibility goes, I thought we laid that one to rest back when its biggest proponent was also advocating for Gordon Lightfoot, and I pointed out Lightfoot's first national release was a single in 1962, so Lightfoot's sunset (Sundown? . . . okay, I couldn't resist) would have been 1987 and so that guy needs to be consistent and stop advocating for Gordon Lightfoot. . . Eligibility sunsets make no sense, especially when you consider acts like the Zombies, who were not in the least worthy until the alternative bands of the 90s embraced them like they were air and water. If there was an eligibility sunset back then, it would have been too late for the Zombies just as they became majorly relevant. If an act is worthy, they are worthy. That right there should end the discussion of eligibility sunsets. Posted by Charles Crossley Jr on Saturday, 01/3/2026 @ 14:58pm |
Jetro Tull Posted by |
Shriversarge, Posted by |
This time around can we please not do Shriversarge/Bruce Wayne/Poseidon or whatever? Posted by |
I think it's all richie or some troll that he's friends with... Posted by |
For awhile this guy has been trolling Richie Posted by |
My prediction is Ricky Martin Posted by Kristy Wuebker on Sunday, 01/4/2026 @ 14:03pm |
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Every nominee nominated at least three times are inducted as main performers since 2023 Posted by |
Still feel rock hall could even control the vote, use some votes from voters who are friends with rock hall, to make some "balance" Posted by |
Grace by Jeff Buckey is currently the most streamed album daily on Spotify, and he recently had a highly appraised documentary come out "Its Never Over" I would not count him out as he's been very influential on bands like Radiohead, Coldplay, and Muse Posted by |
Do we overestimate the influence and power of John Skyes? Posted by |
The Rock Hall told everyone the fan vote is essentially meaningless (I don't bother voting). So the artists John Skyes names definitely have higher priority and chances than a fan vote winner that they don't like or planned for. Will Phish reappear? No one really mentions them as real contender for induction in 2026. I'm not a fan of the band, but they were innovative and smart by getting people to subscribe for bootlegs and live concerts / mini festivals. They made a lot of money from their hardcore fans. Posted by Jim C. on Monday, 01/5/2026 @ 23:03pm |
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I don't know Posted by |
Phish finished #11 in the official voting last year ahead of Joy Division/New Order (#12), The Black Crowes (#13) and Mana (#14) but behind Mariah Carey (#8), Billy Idol (#9) and Oasis (#10) and out of those, Only Mariah, Billy and Oasis did ok in the official voting last year, while the others (Phish, JD/NO, The Black Crowes and Mana) all did poorly in the official voting last year according to my sources. Posted by |
I remember Richie's "sources" saying that Soundgarden finished near dead to last in 2023 in voting and that they wouldn't be nominated again Posted by |
Seniority will win again at the 2026 Rock Hall! No Phish! Posted by |
THE 2026 ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES SHOULD BE... Posted by |
The three times nominated and then getting inducted theory is just sheer coincidence. These acts were inducted because their quality of competition declined. Dozens and dozens of acts that did or theoretically could have (for years that the 3x nominees weren't on the ballot) being inducted makes the path of induction easier for whomever ends up on future ballots. Posted by |
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1) Getting multiple nominations hints that the act has done considerably well enough to be competitive on the ballot, otherwise the nominating committee wouldn't really bother wasting a selection on them. Of course, an act that got a meager 10% of the vote ten years ago could be VERY competitive now that another 80 Performer names have been inducted in various categories. Posted by |
Personally, now that there's Musical Excellence (etc) being used to induct any artist they want, I'd prefer that everybody on the ballot be the most competitive names imaginable, even if that skews a bit more populist. Getting votes doesn't really matter anymore thanks to these side categories, so you might as well have the Performer class be what are estimated to be the top 15-20 names as far as ballot viability goes. Posted by |
Just noticed Selena missing from my metric. Total oversight. I'll make note of that. Posted by |
I'd give Selena a score of 2.40000 Posted by |
Here's my simple scoring (just first two categories) for upcoming attractions. Posted by |
Again, just getting a score, even if it's the lowest possible (1.10000) would mean an artist is firmly on the Rock Hall's radar and among the ~100 most likely inductees among currently eligible artists. Posted by |
Let's take Lady Gaga for example. Her full score would be 4.30614. That would put her in 8th place behind Weezer by the time she's eligible and we can assume that some of the names in front of her will be inducted along with soon-to-be eligibles from 2027-2032 that have a higher score than her (Beyonce, Kanye West, Rihanna and Taylor Swift). She would effectively be the MOST viable candidate on a given ballot, even if her 4/5 score for induction likelihood indicates that many critics COULD wait on her and her 3/5 for overall influence indicates that rock history doesn't change too much without her. It's not 100% likely but it's damn close and the Hall will induct anywhere from 49-63 other Performer candidates via its various categories (7-9 a year, average) which means a ballot for her would be unfathomably weaker than it is now with about half of the viable backlog being cleared. Posted by |
Effectively, my metric could just be translated into %. Which would mean Lady Gaga would stand about an 86% chance of induction once she becomes eligible, etc. Someone at the bottom of the list like Ed Sheeran would have a 20% chance. Posted by |
Diana Ross and anybody else scoring a 5 or higher (although the minimum score would roughly be 5.3 given that an artist would have had to have enough influence/artistic importance to earn that 5 score which indicates high odds of getting the votes) basically have a 99% chance of induction if on the ballot. Posted by |
There are basically no rules. Posted by |
In 2023, no 2023 nominees were inducted at the same year with musical excellence. Previous nominee Chaka Khan takes this spot. Posted by |
May I give a reality check here? Posted by Charles Crossley Jr on Wednesday, 01/7/2026 @ 22:21pm |
Oh, and if we're going to go with preferences, I want Johnny Burnette & The Rock 'N' Roll Trio nominated and inducted as performers! . . . Posted by Charles Crossley Jr on Wednesday, 01/7/2026 @ 22:32pm |
Great comments, Charles. The only thing I'll say in response is that for me, it's not the "three and in," it's the "three CONSECUTIVE and in", which I think is what you meant, as that's what happened for Rage and Kate, both had more than three, but once they got three in a row, boom, in. Although, I think the MC5 got three in a row too, but still had to get a category induction. Where that leaves us, is keep an eye if Mariah or Oasis return. We'll see if it holds up then. Posted by Philip on Wednesday, 01/7/2026 @ 23:05pm |
I feel lots of things have been changed since Rick Krim taking the charge in 23 Posted by |
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Philip, I meant "three-nominations-and-they-get-in-one-way-or-another. If we were to add Omar's list of 2022 three timers, the only two who have yet to be inducted, either by being voted in or shoehorned into a side category, are the New York Dolls and Devo. I think everyone expected the New York Dolls to be inducted this year since David Johansen died 28 Feb 2025. That makes me wonder if they will be inducted as musical influences in 2026? I mean, I'm already guessing Devo will be inducted as musical influences in 2026, so the more the merrier? . . . Posted by Charles Crossley Jr on Wednesday, 01/7/2026 @ 23:48pm |
Also, John Sykes admitted Iron Maiden arw overlooked and "their time will come" Posted by |
"Their time will come. . ." Omar, I'm not only wondering this about Iron Maiden, but I'm also wondering if they may bend a little and allow Devo and the New York Dolls to appear on a ballot a fourth time? I'm wondering if they're waiting until they can be assured that the next time these three acts appear on a ballot, that there are enough voters who will commit to voting them in? I always wondered if they canvas their voters. I mean, I'd love to say that's what happened with Soundgarden, but you also have the band and widow Vicky Cornell settling their lawsuits, making sure that the band could show up for their induction. Maybe it's more like Cyndi Lauper, who got passed over the first time, and they waited a couple of years and then, voila! She's in! For the Eurythmics, they waited four years, and then the voters decided to induct them. Hmmmm. . . Posted by Charles Crossley Jr on Thursday, 01/8/2026 @ 06:56am |
I'm hopeful that John Skyes actually means it when he says that bands like Iron Maiden's time will come and it isn't just a cop out of an answer to avoid talking about it Posted by |
I'd like to check on the status of Iron Maiden and ask if you feel metal has been well represented in the Rock Hall. Posted by |
https://www.vulture.com/article/who-should-the-rock-hall-of-fame-induct-2026.html Posted by Jim C. on Thursday, 01/8/2026 @ 18:03pm |
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https://archive.is/20260108154307/https://www.vulture.com/article/who-should-the-rock-hall-of-fame-induct-2026.html Posted by |
Voter 1 brought up all the indie stuff along with other white artists. Voter 2 pointed out every non-white artist plus Iron Maiden. Just worth pointing out the "bias" involved with each of these voters. You'd assume Voter 1 is a white hipster and Voter 2 is black. Posted by |
The Smiths will comeback after Joy Division/New Order get in Posted by |
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Will Be a Bigger Joke in 2026 Than 2025! Posted by |
Roy, remember something: Posted by Cardgage on Friday, 01/9/2026 @ 23:25pm |
I just hope the side categories are't clogged with sidemen and nonperformers like last time. Posted by Cardgage on Friday, 01/9/2026 @ 23:26pm |
Nominees for Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame Class of 2026 Posted by Dan Windler on Saturday, 01/10/2026 @ 00:11am |
Gram Parsons its inconceivable for me his absence. Posted by Denis on Saturday, 01/10/2026 @ 14:37pm |
I predicted Carole King and Tina Turner would be nominated and inducted in the same year, and I was right! I now predict Diana Ross and Phil Collins will be nominated and inducted in the same year. Posted by |
I predicted on FRL that Carole King and Tina Turner would be nominated and inducted in the same year, and I was right! I now predict Diana Ross and Phil Collins will be nominated and inducted in the same year. Posted by |
THE 2026 ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES SHOULD BE... Posted by |
RIP BOBBY WEIR. Posted by Will M on Saturday, 01/10/2026 @ 19:08pm |
Grateful Dead have a ton of members inducted, and now only 3 are left! Bob Weir's gone off to a different long strange trip away from this world. Posted by |
Any more predictions for the 2026 nominees You guys?. Posted by |
Looking at the 2026 new album release schedule, there doesn't seem to be anything releasing that could help increase someone's chances or raise their profile. Lenny Kravitz and Billy Idol had new albums release around their nominations and it didn't help. Posted by Jim C. on Monday, 01/12/2026 @ 20:12pm |
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The Crowes were as much of a stunner last year as anyone. They are an enduring band, and one of the few 90s acts that carried the 80s sound into the decade with sustained success, but there's a full crop on 90s bands who are more deserving than they are. They are an old school sound in a fresh new pond. Posted by |
Plus a lot of the reactions from people when they saw The Black Crowes on the ballot was "Them?!" and "Not Now!". Posted by |
I was kinda bull-ish on the Crowes' chances especially since they were nominated along with two-time (so far) nominee Mariah Carey (since both battled for the Grammy for BNA in 91 with Carey winning) and thinking they would have a hard time getting in (which turned out to be accurate). I think if any "retro rock" act gets in this year, it'll be Lenny Kravitz rather than the Crowes. I'm looking for Alice in Chains to be the next 90s band up for induction after Soundgarden finally got in. Posted by |
Timothy Pernell, Posted by |
It's interesting cause if I feel like it would take 3 nominations to put in Alice In Chains but I feel like the Smashing Pumpkins get in right away Posted by |
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Smashing Pumpkins weren't getting in before Pearl Jam and unlike Alice In Chains the Pumpkins have a few Top 40 hits and a Diamond certified album Posted by |
It seems that Billy Corgan is making peace with other people recently, especially with many past inductees Posted by |
If it is possible that EBAR will be nominated as the lone hiphop nominee on the ballot Posted by |
Smashing Pumpkins Mellon Collie isn't really diamond (they count double albums twice -> 5 million x 2). But really, they do have staying power and can still headline despite bad albums since their comeback (Zeitgeist was trashed and faded from the charts quickly when it came out and it is still probably the best / second best to Oceania). Their 90s output was just insanely good. Even the throwaway songs for soundtracks (eye, the end is the beginning) were strong. Posted by Jim C. on Tuesday, 01/13/2026 @ 22:26pm |
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The Pumpkins were far more revolutionary than AIC and Soundgarden in that they were a unique sound and eclectic mix, and the next step that blended grunge-ish music with pop friendly sound. They were one of the most seminally influential bands of the 90s and by the time Mellon Collie came around, they were world acclaimed. I think the only possible reason they haven't been nominated, and I am of the opinion they should've gone in the year after Pearl Jam, is the inner turmoil between Billy Corgan and his bandmates, most notably the still-absent D'arcy Wretzky, and his polarizing attitude that seems to not give a care about his contemporaries. I'd like to think they're holding out for a day when the original four reunite even for one evening, but that's looking increasingly unlikely as Corgan and D'arcy can't even get their stories straight, all the while the other 3 have reunited again. Posted by |
I have to be EBAR are done being nominated and very well could be inducted through the Musical Influence route soon Posted by |
I don't know Posted by |
Still wondering why Dionne and Zevon were side categoried only using one or two nominations Posted by |
I don't know who will be next hip hop nominee Posted by Knox on Wednesday, 01/14/2026 @ 10:03am |
DMX is one to add to Knox's list. But DMX isn't really well liked in music industry (he turned down a lot of stuff -> he was critical of Grammy's after he turned down a performance collab) and he can't perform. Posted by Jim C. on Wednesday, 01/14/2026 @ 18:48pm |
Forget 50 cents Posted by Knox on Wednesday, 01/14/2026 @ 20:34pm |
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https://consequence.net/2026/01/most-listened-to-songs-of-the-last-seven-decades/ Posted by Jim C. on Thursday, 01/15/2026 @ 17:08pm |
What are your current predictions for the 2026 nominees?. Posted by |
Here is a a very early, early preview of KING 20 Nominations for 2026-2027 next year. Posted by |
Hi everyone! Posted by |
Lax, Posted by |
My final prediction: Posted by |
My final picks before next month's announcement: Posted by |
I posted my list on reddit last night. Tried to balance out the number of returning nominees vs first time nominees and the number of groups vs individuals based on previous classes. Posted by Mason on Monday, 01/19/2026 @ 12:50pm |
Am I the only one who thinks nominating Idol,Adams and Collins all in the same cycle is kinda insane and unrealistic? Posted by |
Yep. Which is why I'm only predicting Phil Collins because at least Phil is more respected with both the industry and critics. Posted by |
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Feel Bryan Adams will get nomination as reward regardless... Posted by Knox on Monday, 01/19/2026 @ 19:35pm |
Still wonder why Mariah failed two times Posted by Knox on Monday, 01/19/2026 @ 19:37pm |
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I think they wait a year or two for the Bryan Adams nomination. It will happen. Might not get in though. I do think he deserves it. Along with Pyromania, Reckless was among the first rock albums treated like a pop record where songs were written to be hits. 6 / 10 of the songs charted into the USA top 20. And Bryan Adams had another album that even out sold it. He sold a lot more records than people realize. Posted by Jim C. on Monday, 01/19/2026 @ 22:05pm |
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Okay, maybe it's a bit sacrilege to include both Tina and Missy as "R&B" (take them away, that's about 13 associated with the genre inducted) since Tina is "the queen of rock and roll" and Missy is the first female rap inductee but both have done R&B (especially Missy). Posted by |
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I haven't narrowed down my nominees but I think pretty much everyone is close. I see just slight differences like Tool vs Iron Maiden. I do think Alicia Keys has to be nominated (need a first eligible nominee -> Strokes are only other real contender). Linkin Park seems destined to win fan vote and still not be nominated (they deserved it first year -> looking at resumes, very few can match their numbers). Posted by Jim C. on Monday, 01/19/2026 @ 23:14pm |
For the one legacy rock act, I would pick The Guess Who and pair it with a Lenny Kravitz nomination to hopefully get an American Woman all-star jam (this is a cornerstore guitar riff / song). It isn't hard to pair things that would work and be well received. Lenny Kravitz is having a big year -> TV commerical for NBA and starring in a video game. Posted by Jim C. on Monday, 01/19/2026 @ 23:32pm |
*cornerstone Posted by Jim C. on Monday, 01/19/2026 @ 23:33pm |
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Really curious to see if Coldplay will finally be nominated + if they can get in easily. Posted by Alex on Tuesday, 01/20/2026 @ 01:09am |
1 jethro tull-it feels like its been long enough since a prog band was nominated, and a strong presence of classic rockers lately, it feels like time Posted by Will M on Tuesday, 01/20/2026 @ 09:07am |
I really hope The Monkees get inducted before Mickey Dolenz leaves us. The inductions of Chubby Checker and Joe Cocker prove the Hall aren't done with the 60s yet. Posted by |
THE 2026 ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES SHOULD BE... Posted by |
2026 seems to be the perfect time for Oasis to get in Posted by |
Here's my guess as to who this year's nominees will be, arranged in the order of my confidence that they'll be nominated. Posted by Michael W. on Tuesday, 01/20/2026 @ 14:40pm |
Greg Lake should be inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall of Fame twice in the same year, just like Stephen Stills was with Buffalo Springfield and Crosby, Stills, Nash. Posted by |
I think the reason Mariah Carey didn't get in is because the whole "clearing the lane" tactic can backfire if there are enough "rockists" nominees on the ballot. The rockists will just vote for 7 artists who best represent that, and even though Mariah was the only R&B act, R&B has been a fading category in terms of inductee success over the years. If you compare the inducted class from the RRHOF inception until now. Posted by |
And to add to that it becomes a convoluted because for example if there's not many rap artists on the ballot the rap heads will vote for those artists, but then they still to put the other votes on someone else so you would think they would all give Mariah a spare vote but not necessarily. Some of the older Boomer/Gen X rap heads might give her a vote but most would likely see her music as "uncool" and would rather vote for a rock artist than the "Diva" even though she has made hip-hop music and collabed with rappers. Posted by |
Ralib, Posted by |
Oops, forgot Donna Summer (I'm hesitant to call Tina Turner, Darlene Love, the Ronettes and Little Richard "R&B"). Posted by |
@Ralib Posted by knox on Wednesday, 01/21/2026 @ 04:53am |
I just think industry people have problem with Mariah Posted by knox on Wednesday, 01/21/2026 @ 04:55am |
prediction: Posted by knox on Wednesday, 01/21/2026 @ 05:03am |
I don't personally think we need to complicate Mariah's potential at all. It's a RRHOF problem - that has historically demonstrable issues with: Posted by |
Alanis Morissette just got inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame today (where she'll be inducted as part of the 2026 class, She wasn't on the Songwriters Hall of Fame nominee list for this year back in October, She was nominated last year for the 2025 class and was selected last year, but her induction got deferred to this year because of her schedule), So it only took one nomination for Alanis to get into the Songwriters Hall of Fame and the like the Rock Hall, The Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees are also decided by the industry as well, so I think that we might be underestimating Alanis's chances for a FYN induction once she finally gets nominated for the Rock Hall considering that it only took her one nomination to get into the Songwriters Hall of Fame and The Songwriters Hall of Fame are also decided by the industry just like the Rock Hall inductees are decided by the industry as well. so I think that Alanis has a very good chance of being a FYN inductee once she finally gets nominated for the Rock Hall since if only took her one nomination to get into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. so I think that there's a very good chance that it will only take one nomination for Alanis to get into the Rock Hall as well. Posted by |
Sorry, ChrisD Posted by Knox on Wednesday, 01/21/2026 @ 09:53am |
The 2025 Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame Posted by |
THE 2026 SONGWRITERS HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES Posted by |
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ChrisD Posted by Knox on Wednesday, 01/21/2026 @ 10:44am |
Richie Posted by Knox on Wednesday, 01/21/2026 @ 10:49am |
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I predict a lot of second-time inductees in 2026 Posted by |
Bryan Adams is a very safe prediction, especially bc he was involved with 2 inductions last year. Posted by Will M on Wednesday, 01/21/2026 @ 11:59am |
Richie Posted by Knox on Wednesday, 01/21/2026 @ 13:16pm |
Speaking of JD/NO Posted by |
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Richie Posted by Knox on Wednesday, 01/21/2026 @ 14:14pm |
In 2022 Eurythmics and Duran Duran were inducted together Posted by |
The Cure has more similarities with Radiohead Posted by Knox on Wednesday, 01/21/2026 @ 14:33pm |
Gram Parsons before nobody knows what music is anymore Posted by Denis on Wednesday, 01/21/2026 @ 15:26pm |
I can see Gram Parsons either getting a Performer nod or getting inducted through Musical Excellence. Posted by |
Timothy Pernell Posted by Knox on Wednesday, 01/21/2026 @ 20:33pm |
Gram Parsons would have to be musical excellence. He has no real popular culture relevance today. Grand Theft Parsons was 20+ years ago. That said, The Byrds are super overrated. Their catalog and chart success did not warrant induction. They had 4 (barely) top 40 hits beyond the Dylan covers. Adding Parsons as a member doesn't really change my mind. The Byrds are lower-tier. Listen to their records -> really disappointing catalog with some really bad albums in 70s (this helped make Sweetheart a masterpiece when it's mostly just an average record). Posted by Jim C. on Wednesday, 01/21/2026 @ 23:13pm |
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Here are my current predictions: Posted by dmg on Thursday, 01/22/2026 @ 10:10am |
My gut feeling is 2026 nominees will be another surprising ballot just like 2024... Posted by knox on Thursday, 01/22/2026 @ 12:05pm |
I really love 2023 nominees ballot, probably the strongest since 2010? Posted by Knox on Thursday, 01/22/2026 @ 12:06pm |
Only JDNO, Maiden were not inducted in 2023 ballot. And I think they will eventually be included (probably in five years) Posted by Knox on Thursday, 01/22/2026 @ 12:11pm |
Is there any possibility that rock hall will Musical excellence Mariah Carey eventually? Posted by Maxey on Thursday, 01/22/2026 @ 12:12pm |
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Alec T Posted by Knox on Thursday, 01/22/2026 @ 12:25pm |
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@Ralib Posted by Knox on Thursday, 01/22/2026 @ 21:44pm |
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Another possible test on "three nominations" is the Smiths Posted by |
I've said it before, but will repeat: Gram Parsons will be inducted when anyone who has influence in Hall and actually met/knew Gram Parsons is dead. Posted by Paul in KY on Friday, 01/23/2026 @ 06:07am |
Paul, Posted by Will M on Friday, 01/23/2026 @ 13:51pm |
Ralib, Omar, Paul and Will M. . . Posted by Charles Crossley Jr on Friday, 01/23/2026 @ 17:31pm |
Great insights as ever Charles. Posted by |
Great insights as ever Charles. Posted by |
Charles, you included this in your interesting post: ' Posted by Paul in KY on Friday, 01/23/2026 @ 19:29pm |
I'm reading different articles where Don Henley of the Eagles seems bound and determined to make sure Gram Parsons is credited as creating country rock, all that despite Parsons describing the Eagles as a "dry plastic f***". LOL. Posted by Charles Crossley Jr on Friday, 01/23/2026 @ 22:19pm |
Here's some 1960's music artists I would like to see inducted over the next 5 years. Either on the 15 or 16 artist ballot or through the musical excellence or musical influence. Posted by |
Hopeful we get ballot news next week Posted by |
Twitter and Facebook are flooded with Phil Collins news and old clips this month! It's a sign! Posted by |
Artists with negative attitudes are not turned away from the RRHOF door with VERY few exceptions. Gram can definitely take another stab at it. He may have been an a-hole but he was an awesome musician. Posted by |
My guess on RRHOF 2026 nominations being announced might be next Saturday or the Saturday after that. I just know it just usually gets announced in early February. I believe it got announced the first week of the month last year. Posted by |
Let's see. . . last year, the Super Bowl was played on Sunday, 09 Feb 2025. The R&RHoF announced its nominee ballot on Wednesday, 12 Feb 2025, not long after the Super Bowl. Posted by Charles Crossley Jr on Sunday, 01/25/2026 @ 15:05pm |
American Idol actually Posted by |
Agree Posted by Knox on Sunday, 01/25/2026 @ 17:00pm |
Knox, Posted by |
Everyone, please. Do not share FRL's predictions until he decides to release them publicly. Early access to his predictions are only for his Paytreon subscribers. I mean, it seems he wants to enjoy some bok choi with his ramen, and, if so, I feel he at least deserves that. . . ;) Posted by Charles Crossley Jr on Sunday, 01/25/2026 @ 21:19pm |
Alec T, thanks for the correction. America's Got Talent - American Idol - Ugh. If it's American Idol, that starts tomorrow, so it will be easy for ABC to accommodate the R&RHoF and announce the 2026 induction class this year like they announced the 2025 induction class last year. I just hope this time they take an extra minute (yeah, I know, that minute is very expensive, but you don't want to shortchange honor. . .) and show photos of all the inductees instead of taking time with half of them and then rattling off the names of the rest like they did last year. Posted by Charles Crossley Jr on Sunday, 01/25/2026 @ 21:27pm |
Charles Crossley Jr. and Alec T, Posted by |
Charles Crossley, Jr., Posted by |
RHWs, I'm sure many if not most of you have heard people complain about how many dead people are being inducted. Seven of the twenty-three inductees were already dead - Boz Burrell, Mick Ralphs, Joe Cocker, Nicky Hopkins, Chris Cornell, Thom Bell and Warren Zevon. I can understand if they're complaining about how the R&RHoF waited so long after it opened in 1986 that those artists died before they could be inducted. That's a valid complaint. Posted by Charles Crossley Jr on Monday, 01/26/2026 @ 09:32am |
I think that people are sleeping on Billy Idol's chances for a second straight nomination this year for the 2026 class IMO. I think that he has a very good chance to get a second straight nomination this year for the 2026 class and he would get in on his second try this year for the 2026 class if nominated. Posted by |
Also, I guess B52s will be nominated in 26 Posted by Knox on Monday, 01/26/2026 @ 10:59am |
richie Posted by Knox on Monday, 01/26/2026 @ 11:01am |
Knox Posted by |
Alec T Posted by Knox on Monday, 01/26/2026 @ 11:25am |
Gut feeling it will be a very surprising ballot just like 2024 Posted by Knox on Monday, 01/26/2026 @ 11:26am |
Knox, Posted by |
richie Posted by Knox on Monday, 01/26/2026 @ 11:40am |
Knox, Posted by |
I like both and they are in my Top 30 snubs list Posted by |
Also I don't think the Hall wants to risk the embarrassment of having Billy fail on the ballot twice in a row Posted by |
Richie and Knox, please consider that the documentary, Billy Idol Should Be Dead, was recently picked up by Evan Saxton Productions. I haven't sent out an alert yet because there still isn't a release date, but EVP intends on releasing it to theaters soon. Go ahead and verify. Posted by Charles Crossley Jr on Monday, 01/26/2026 @ 12:29pm |
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RIP Billy Bass Posted by will m on Monday, 01/26/2026 @ 12:41pm |
Richie Posted by Knox on Monday, 01/26/2026 @ 13:36pm |
I think JDNO had a new podcast in 25, features hofers like Bono, Radiohead members. Posted by Mark Pope on Monday, 01/26/2026 @ 13:38pm |
Mark Pope Posted by |
Alec T Posted by Mark Pope on Monday, 01/26/2026 @ 13:48pm |
2016 - Cheap Trick, Chicago, Deep Purple Posted by |
The most alive class of the 20th century has gotten less lively as Billy "Bass" Nelson has died. In fact, P-Funk has 16 inducted members and now only 5 of them are left alive! (Granted, one or two may have been dead at the time of induction.) Posted by |
Who is likely the next New Wave/Post Punk act to be inducted? Posted by |
Alec T, Posted by |
Not sure about JDNO Posted by Knox on Tuesday, 01/27/2026 @ 13:14pm |
As for JDNO, not sure, needs to see if they appear on this or next year ballot Posted by Knox on Tuesday, 01/27/2026 @ 13:17pm |
Knox Posted by |
If JD/NO doesn't get nominated in 2026 Posted by |
Hello again. It's been awhile, but why not, I'll throw my hat into the ring. Posted by TheCorriynial on Tuesday, 01/27/2026 @ 13:44pm |
Yeah don't listen to Richie whenever he says he has "sources." Posted by |
Alec T Posted by Knox on Tuesday, 01/27/2026 @ 14:19pm |
After Chris Cornell tribute in 2018 ceremony, Soundgarden were destined to be included honestly Posted by knox on Tuesday, 01/27/2026 @ 14:21pm |
DEVO has the support of Morello,Grohl and others in the NomCom Posted by |
I believe Questlove also has the support of DEVO too Posted by |
Alec T Posted by Knox on Tuesday, 01/27/2026 @ 15:28pm |
Who on the NomCom would be big INXS advocates? Posted by |
Alec T Posted by Knox on Tuesday, 01/27/2026 @ 21:03pm |
If Michael Hutchence was still alive, INXS might have gotten in already (They would have needed to make a comeback as they were in steep decline by 97). Outside of Dua Lipa ripping off "Need you tonight", INXS has had very limited visibility in pop culture since the reality TV show. They weren't even featured on Stranger Things (they had a couple songs that could have worked). They still have a decent 10 million monthly listeners on Spotify, but really their popularity could use a boost from a TV show, movie, or commerical. Posted by Jim C. on Tuesday, 01/27/2026 @ 21:45pm |
Jim C., Posted by |
Grab bag of thoughts: Posted by Jim C. on Tuesday, 01/27/2026 @ 23:15pm |
Jim C., Posted by |
To be honest, I think Maiden and Motorhead will be included before Tool nomination Posted by |
Additionally, I think that if Motörhead had been nominated instead of Iron Maiden, Motörhead would actually have had a better chance. In other words, in a scenario where Motörhead appears on the ballot rather than Iron Maiden, Motörhead would likely perform better than Maiden would in the same spot. Posted by |
Oasis (2024, 2025) Posted by |
Omar, Posted by |
My final prediction: Posted by |
I always predict Pixies because I feel they are like a random candidate that can suddenly appear at any year.... Posted by |
Although I do know Jane's Addiction recently poorly handles issues will hinder them Posted by Knox on Wednesday, 01/28/2026 @ 09:31am |
This is a long shot, but it would be cool and funny if it happened: What if not only is Pulp nominated on the ballot, but gets inducted before Oasis? Posted by |
John RC Posted by Knox on Wednesday, 01/28/2026 @ 09:45am |
The way everybody already dropped Connie Francis and Roberta Flack from predictions…. Posted by |
Oasis is likely the next 90s Rock band to be inducted Posted by |
Alec T, Posted by |
Yes, I feel 2025/2026 are perfect time for Oasis induction Posted by knox on Wednesday, 01/28/2026 @ 11:16am |
My final predictions before nominees are revealed: Posted by |
Actually, replace Smashing Pumpkins with Oasis, on second thought I think that might be the 90s rock band they try for this year, considering interest around them remains high (and my predictions are a bit overslanted towards newcomers anyway). Posted by |
Oasis / Iron Maiden give the "we don't want to be nominated" vibe. I highly doubt Oasis shows up (Bonehead's cancer could be an excuse not to show up - the band has 2026 off). Posted by Jim C. on Wednesday, 01/28/2026 @ 12:29pm |
Thing with Tool is outside their respected area they are mostly unknown and I don't think at least where things currently stand they would not get enough support in the NomCom room to be nominated Posted by |
I would say Billy Idol is more Hard Rock/Glam Rock Posted by |
Alec T Posted by Knox on Wednesday, 01/28/2026 @ 13:45pm |
I dont think "don't nominate us" or "we will not show up if inducted" will hinder the potential induction anymore Posted by Knox on Wednesday, 01/28/2026 @ 13:48pm |
Should be noted that members of Wutang Clan, De La Soul were on the stage in 24, but was not nominated in 25 Posted by Knox on Wednesday, 01/28/2026 @ 13:53pm |
John Sykes vibe about Maiden "their time will come" gives me a feel that rock hall will have to induct Maiden on way or another Posted by mark Pope on Wednesday, 01/28/2026 @ 14:08pm |
2026 class will be a good and important test for "at least three nominations" pattern since 2023. Posted by Mark pope on Wednesday, 01/28/2026 @ 14:12pm |
They could just nominate 2 acts for their 3 nomination and one could go in as a main Performer and then like with Judas Priest they just sidedoor through Musical Excellence or Musical Influence the same cycle Posted by |
Alec T Posted by Mark pope on Wednesday, 01/28/2026 @ 14:56pm |
Also, should be noted that 2024 and 2025 ballot both only had one three timer... Posted by Mark pope on Wednesday, 01/28/2026 @ 14:58pm |
My final predictions Posted by |
Greg F, Posted by |
My predictions: Posted by Damian K on Wednesday, 01/28/2026 @ 16:12pm |
Predictions coming in shortly, but I want to note artists that many are predicting that I think will NOT be nominated in 2026. Posted by GuestG on Wednesday, 01/28/2026 @ 20:37pm |
Diana Ross is 81. Like Chubby Checker nom, I do think we are going to see an older musical excellence inductee slot from here on. They need to honor them while alive. Posted by Jim C. on Wednesday, 01/28/2026 @ 22:47pm |
Diana Ross does not need Musical Excellence, she has the support to be voted and inducted, just like Chubby Checker had the support. Posted by |
THE 2026 ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES Posted by |
https://www.vulture.com/article/rock-hall-of-fame-ceremony-2024-john-sykes.html Posted by mark pope on Thursday, 01/29/2026 @ 05:27am |
I actually like Pulp better than Oasis. Music listeningwise. Posted by Paul in KY on Thursday, 01/29/2026 @ 06:30am |
I've aggregated the nominee prediction votes from users here to create a consensus ranking for this forum. Posted by |
I will admit RALIB, had I went out to say 15 noms, I would have thrown in Sade and Oasis. (I'd thought I'd included Oasis, but I guess not.) And a few if I'd went to 16 would have included Iron Maiden/Daft Punk/ and maybe Connie Francis. Posted by TheCorriynial on Thursday, 01/29/2026 @ 09:43am |
Mark Pope, Posted by |
Billy Bass Nelson the bassist for Funkadelic was inducted into the Rock Hall with them Posted by |
Oasis should be inducted others rock hall will be a roke Posted by wayne on Thursday, 01/29/2026 @ 15:07pm |
Rolling Stone made a list of 20 artists eligible next for the RRHOF after the 2014 induction. Since then, 13 of them have been considered, with 10 having been inducted. Posted by |
Rolling Stone made a list of 20 artists eligible next for the RRHOF after the 2014 induction. Since then, 13 of them have been considered, with 10 having been inducted. Posted by |
Jeff Buckley just got his first top 100 hit (TikTok helped) and he just had an HBO doc. Definitely could be a nominee or musical excellence this year. Posted by Jim C. on Thursday, 01/29/2026 @ 20:27pm |
If an International Committee is established then Blur has a solid chance Posted by |
Interesting 2014 list from Rolling Stone. They didn't name Janet (2019) or Whitney (2020) at all and they got in before Mary did and Mariah has yet to get in. Posted by |
Many other awards Mariah received are mostly decided by a small committee, just like nom com in rock hall. Posted by Knox on Friday, 01/30/2026 @ 01:36am |
I doubt Jeff Buckley will be nominated anytime, unless nom com will totally become rym/pitchfork based hipster dominant in the future... Posted by Knox on Friday, 01/30/2026 @ 01:40am |
AS February is fast approaching, it is time to make my list of possible nominations for the Hall. Without any particular inside information, here is the ballot I would like to see: Posted by |
Here is an interesting article from Ultimate Classic Rock on Prog Rock and the Rock Hall: https://ultimateclassicrock.com/rock-and-roll-hall-of-fame-prog-rock/ Posted by |
Other than Jethro Tull, dont think any other prog acts will be inducted.... Posted by mark pope on Friday, 01/30/2026 @ 08:16am |
The Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame uploaded Lionel Richie's induction performance yesterday to their youtube channel. This is a sign that the Commodores will be nominated this year. Posted by |
About the 2026 Nomination Predictions, mark pope wrote: Posted by |
Roy Posted by Mark pope on Friday, 01/30/2026 @ 09:30am |
Mark Pope, Posted by |
Roy, Posted by Chingle on Friday, 01/30/2026 @ 10:04am |
The thing with ELP is that they are not really well known outside Prog circles Posted by |
ELP are well known in classic rock community, not only in prog community Posted by |
Omar, Posted by |
Not only does ELP not have the pop appeal, but even in classic rock circles, people know the name, they know that they made music people liked, but that is where it ends. All three of the bands you listed have 2-5 songs most people know. ELP has 1, maybe 2 if you live in the UK. Outside of From The Beginning, there are no ELP songs that are known to non-fans. That is what holds them back. The people who own the albums love them, and the people don't are indifferent. Jethro Tull has casual fans. The Monkees have casual fans. That's not a thing for ELP. No casual fans, no voterbase. Posted by Chingle on Friday, 01/30/2026 @ 12:16pm |
I still think though Posted by |
I think that either Jethro Tull, The Guess Who or Thin Lizzy will be the next Classic Rock act nominated and inducted. I think that Boston and Styx aren't on the previously considered list, so they're probably a low priority for the Hall at this point, so I see either Jethro Tull, The Guess Who or Thin Lizzy being the next Classic Rock act nominated and inducted. Posted by |
Chingle Posted by |
I am not sure about Lizzy. Posted by mark on Friday, 01/30/2026 @ 12:51pm |
Alec Posted by Mark on Friday, 01/30/2026 @ 12:54pm |
Styx has fans on the NomCom at least Posted by |
Wait… Posted by |
Alec T, Posted by |
I don't think "previous considered" is an indication Posted by Richie on Friday, 01/30/2026 @ 13:29pm |
They will want to give Greg Lake two induction. Posted by |
Pat Boone,Keith Richards and Mick Jaggar as solo acts have been apparently previously considered before so Posted by |
Rock Hall has to be monitoring social media / TikTok engagement. Kate Bush spiked up to 1.5 Billion streams because of Stranger Things. Plenty of dead bands are a meme or show away from getting inducted. Right now, Aphex Twin is big on TikTok. You can't count anybody out (these older acts have great songs that kids have never heard). More older acts songs are officially becoming hits now (Landslide this past month). Posted by Jim C. on Friday, 01/30/2026 @ 14:40pm |
Greg Lake Posted by |
What are the chances of Coldplay being inducted if they are nominated this year? Posted by Gustavo on Friday, 01/30/2026 @ 18:36pm |
Pat Boone I could have seen back in 80s. He was in the time of Elvis/Little Richard/etc doing rock covers for a white audience like Elvis. And it's possible the first time people heard early rock and roll was from Boone. And also he's the face of Christian music, which once had a rock edge, and was one of the influences of early rock and roll. Posted by TheCorriynial on Friday, 01/30/2026 @ 18:40pm |
I don't know, but if Pat Boone appears on the ballot, he is probably voted in Posted by |
Coldplay would be more likely than not. But of course, shoe-in artists lose votes as the voters "help" their favorites. Middle tier bands benefit the most as they are seen as needing help to get in (Eurythmics getting the most votes in its class comes to mind). Posted by Jim C. on Friday, 01/30/2026 @ 21:49pm |
Jim C Posted by |
I don't know Posted by |
Pat Boone isn't well regarded nowadays because he "whitewashed" black music. Elvis has been diminished for this as well (Elvis popularity has been on a big downtrend - the movie didn't help either). I don't necessarily agree as I just think some of their covers were just better (raw vs polished). Posted by Jim C. on Friday, 01/30/2026 @ 21:58pm |
I don't know Posted by |
My way-too-early predictions for the 2026 induction class (If 8 inductees this year like for 2024): Posted by |
I'm glad to see Carpenters, Jethro Tull, and the Monkees among the predictions. Posted by Tim on Saturday, 01/31/2026 @ 00:56am |
I just wonder a thing Posted by Knox on Saturday, 01/31/2026 @ 04:22am |
Omar Posted by |
Alec T Posted by |
Tim, Carly Simon was inducted in 2022. Posted by TheCorriynial on Saturday, 01/31/2026 @ 12:44pm |
I am pretty sure if J Geils Band is nominated for next time, they will be easily voted in Posted by TheCorriynial on Saturday, 01/31/2026 @ 12:53pm |
I also am thinking what decides rock hall to shift from nominating two hip hop acts together (2024) to only nominating one hip hop act (2025) Posted by Knox on Saturday, 01/31/2026 @ 13:17pm |
Mariah Carey got MusiCares Person of the Year for Grammy Week. Probably even more pressure to get her in now. Posted by Jim C. on Saturday, 01/31/2026 @ 13:35pm |
Whoever "borrowed" my name, I'll let you know im not a fan a J Giles enough to see them ever going in. Posted by TheCorriynial on Saturday, 01/31/2026 @ 13:35pm |
I still wonder how well did Mariah finished in voting last year... Posted by Mark Pope on Saturday, 01/31/2026 @ 13:38pm |
J. Geils Band is not getting in. Centerfold has no cultural relevance anymore and it was their biggest hit by a large margin. Classic rock radio replaced them for 90s acts by the late 2000s (or even sooner). In the 90s, J. Geils was in heavy rotation, but they get nowhere close to the same play anymore. Posted by Jim C. on Saturday, 01/31/2026 @ 13:39pm |
Jim C. Posted by Mark Pope on Saturday, 01/31/2026 @ 13:41pm |
Speaking of Mariah Carey, here are the Foo Fighters and Taylor Momsen paying tribute to her last night at the Grammy MusiCares event. They sang a song from that secret grunge album she recorded: Posted by |
J Giles Band are destined to be sidedoored Posted by |
Wad Mingo Lewis in with santana? He passed Posted by |
Future Rock Legends predicts the 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees (with a bonus John Sykes Report Card) Posted by |
Man that would be a pretty solid ballot Posted by |
FRL's predictions for 2026... Posted by |
If nom com actually nominates Alicia in 2026, Beyonce in 2027 Posted by |
Omar, Posted by |
my predictions for class of 2026 are diana ross, mariah carey, phil collins, iron maiden linkin park, lenny kravits, luther vandross and others that some commenter already mentions. Posted by |
GuestG, Posted by |
A musical excellence should be given to Peter tosh and bunny waiver. Thrres plenty of snub for backing groups in the hall, but the wailers are at the very top of the list Posted by |
WOOPS! Carly was indeed inducted in 2022. I don't know why I thought she got inducted in 23 lol Posted by |
If JDNO and Oasis actually nominated as two third timers on the ballot Posted by |
February has arrived! Posted by |
To be honest, I prefer Jann Wenner over John Sykes... Posted by Roy Williams on Sunday, 02/1/2026 @ 07:00am |
I don't know, I pretty much prefer the John Sykes era. Even though there still some flaws in the system, at least the Sykes did their best to not clog up the ballot and induction class with Classic Rock acts, B/C tier artists, or oldies acts that are basically one member of the Nom Com's pet project. Posted by |
Seeing that list for the first time...very women-heavy, which is fine. No real classic rock acts that are arena rock style. No outright rap act. A lot of solo acts. This is very out of trends, and I think they're gonna fall flat on their faces with this one. They might get half right or less. Posted by |
I don't see though Posted by |
Alec T Posted by Maxey on Sunday, 02/1/2026 @ 09:51am |
I just tend to think FRL forgot rap when making list Posted by Maxey on Sunday, 02/1/2026 @ 09:51am |
2024 rock hall also nominates Lenny, Sade, Mariah, Mary, Cher together I believe Posted by Mazey on Sunday, 02/1/2026 @ 10:00am |
It is just unlikely Melissa, Alanis, Sinead nominated at the same time Posted by John Calipari on Sunday, 02/1/2026 @ 10:01am |
https://ultimateclassicrock.com/guess-who-2026-reunion-tour-launch/ Posted by Lebron on Sunday, 02/1/2026 @ 10:09am |
Before we do get the nominees, my most wanted inductees would be Posted by will m on Sunday, 02/1/2026 @ 10:42am |
I would be sorta stunned if Phil Collins is not nominated this cycle Posted by |
Another special category thing I see happening is De La Soul/Wu Tang Clan/Fugees, one of those 3 being the only rap nominee, that group gets inducted, and Eric B and Rakim gets in via special category, like what happened this past year with outkast and salt n peppa Posted by will m on Sunday, 02/1/2026 @ 10:56am |
I would bet Lenny Kravitz nominated again over Billy Idol in 26 circle Posted by |
I searched up Burton Cummings recent live performances on YouTube and he sounds pretty good. Randy Bachman plays from a chair and he still sounds good as well. The Guess Who really should have been in by the late 90s at the latest. Posted by Jim C. on Sunday, 02/1/2026 @ 11:24am |
Jim C Posted by Mark Pope on Sunday, 02/1/2026 @ 11:49am |
Pixies and Smiths top song have billion streaming number in Spotify. Posted by Mark pope on Sunday, 02/1/2026 @ 11:52am |
We getting the ballot this week or next week? Posted by |
Alec T Posted by mark on Sunday, 02/1/2026 @ 12:04pm |
Alec, Posted by Will m on Sunday, 02/1/2026 @ 15:30pm |
Will M Posted by |
This year will probably has surprising noninee again Posted by |
THE NOMINEES FOR THE 2026 ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME SHOULD BE... Posted by |
Relisting my picks for the 2026 nominees in the RRHOF Posted by |
diana being inducted for musical excellence? that category was not fit for her because musical excellence was not covered ENTIRE ARTISTRY and neither not just she only "got a nod", diana ross really deserve to nominate and inducted for the class of 2026, if you like it or not, diana will be inducted as a performer this year, for someone who want diana being induct under musical excellence must be a clive's diva baby fan and mary wilson sympathizer, wanting diana be in that category make that person's biases show because that person hates to see mary overshadow again and didnt accept the truth that person favorite diva got inducted after first nomination because clive back that diva up, diana should be inducted on time and also in her first time nomination. Posted by |
It's officially ballot watch week right? Posted by |
FRL's predictions are a populist nightmare, lol. It's like the CD collection of an office drone circa 1996-2003. Rather confused that no swing was taken at a Hard Rock/Metal nominee(s) or a Hip Hop nominee(s). Posted by |
Billy Corgan really changes a lot recently Posted by Knox on Monday, 02/2/2026 @ 12:05pm |
Knox Posted by |
I remember the interview/podcast with Jimmy Jam last year Posted by Knox on Monday, 02/2/2026 @ 12:14pm |
Alec T Posted by Knox on Monday, 02/2/2026 @ 12:23pm |
I think that Mariah Carey, Lenny Kravitz, Oasis, Sade and Eric B. & Rakim were near from the finish line and Jane's Addiction and Sinead O'Connor were far from the finish line in 2024 and I also think that Mariah Carey, Billy Idol and Oasis were near from the finish line and Phish, Joy Division/New Order, The Black Crowes and Mana were far from the finish line last year in 2025. Posted by |
I don't know Posted by Knox on Monday, 02/2/2026 @ 12:30pm |
Smashing Pumpkins probably gets voted in right away while Alice In Chains likely takes 2 or 3 tries just like Soundgarden Posted by |
I remember richie said Soundgarden finished #14 in 2023, and Soundgarden was finally a performer inductee... I still don't know if this statement is true. Posted by Knox on Monday, 02/2/2026 @ 12:34pm |
Alec T Posted by Knox on Monday, 02/2/2026 @ 12:41pm |
Richie's "source" said that lol and said the same thing that Soundgarden was dead last in voting again in 2025 or something like that Posted by |
Also, I think Beck was really hurted by his Grammy album of the year, especially win over Beyonce. I think many people in industry may just think "Beck is overrated", "he should not be that acclaimed". I think they will be people voting against him because of he got that Grammy album Posted by Knox on Monday, 02/2/2026 @ 12:47pm |
Alec T Posted by Knox on Monday, 02/2/2026 @ 12:56pm |
Alec T Posted by Knox on Monday, 02/2/2026 @ 13:04pm |
Know Posted by |
Alec T Posted by Knox on Monday, 02/2/2026 @ 13:45pm |
Another scenario is "did well" only refers to fan vote, and "did not get enough recognition" from "general voting body" is also true at same time... Posted by Knox on Monday, 02/2/2026 @ 13:50pm |
Knox Posted by |
Alec T Posted by Knox on Monday, 02/2/2026 @ 14:32pm |
What is the act you are most hopeful to see on the 2026 nominee ballot? Posted by |
Um, I think I need to clear the air: Posted by |
Alec T, Posted by |
Timothy Posted by Alec T on Monday, 02/2/2026 @ 22:00pm |
Timothy Pernell Posted by Knox on Monday, 02/2/2026 @ 22:13pm |
Also, it was astonishing Beck almost got no votes in 2022 open ballot tracker (dominated by critics, which should be most friendly to Beck) Posted by Knox on Monday, 02/2/2026 @ 22:17pm |
Calling my shot now - Jeff Buckley is a surprise nominee this year. Posted by RG on Monday, 02/2/2026 @ 23:19pm |
RG, Posted by |
Actually, Tears For Fears might show up on the ballot this year! Posted by |
Roy, Posted by |
I will be shocked if either Tears or Fears or Jeff Buckley will be nominated in 2026 Posted by |
@RG Posted by |
Also I'm just now finding out The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame is featuring a special screening of the documentary It's Never Over: Jeff Buckley on March 5, 2025, as part of their Rock & Roll Movie Club series so that may be a hint he's on the ballot Posted by |
^ oops that was 2025 so already happened my bad but it's still a good sign! Posted by |
FRL's predictions for 2026... Posted by |
Zack F, Posted by |
Okay, I'm going to reconsider my inductees for 2026. They won't nominate Jan & Dean and The Monkees together. They will only pick one. It will be the Monkees, because they played them on MTV in the 80s, (re-runs). They won't nominate Emerson, Lake & Palmer, but there is still a possibility that Jethro Tull and King Crimson could be nominated and inducted together. Jethro Tull and King Crimson both had music videos in the 80s that played on MTV. Diana Ross and Phil Collins will both still be inducted in 2026 because they both might be dying soon, and they both had music videos that played on MTV in the 80s. The 2026 ceremony also needs a black group to follow the 2024 induction of Kool & the Gang. That group will be the Commodores. Lionel Richie will get a second induction and perform with both, Diana Ross, and the Commodores. Finally, you need the perfect follow to the inductions of Depeche Mode in 2020, Duran Duran in 2022, and George Michael in 2023, which would be Tears For Fears. Tears For Fears also had music videos that played on MTV in the 80s. Tears For Fears will get in before Joy Division/New Order. Posted by |
Okay, I'm going to reconsider my inductees for 2026. They won't nominate Jan & Dean and The Monkees together. They will only pick one. It will be the Monkees, because they played them on MTV in the 80s, (re-runs). They won't nominate Emerson, Lake & Palmer, but there is still a possibility that Jethro Tull and King Crimson could be nominated and inducted together. Jethro Tull and King Crimson both had music videos in the 80s that played on MTV. Diana Ross and Phil Collins will both still be inducted in 2026 because they both might be dying soon, and they both had music videos that played on MTV in the 80s. The 2026 ceremony also needs a black group to follow the 2024 induction of Kool & the Gang. That group will be the Commodores. Lionel Richie will get a second induction and perform with both, Diana Ross, and the Commodores. The Commodores music videos also played on MTV in the 80s. Finally, you need the perfect follow to the inductions of Depeche Mode in 2020, Duran Duran in 2022, and George Michael in 2023, which would be Tears For Fears. Tears For Fears also had music videos that played on MTV in the 80s. Tears For Fears will get in before Joy Division/New Order. Posted by |
Roy, Posted by |
have respect to diana but still want her to be inducted for musical excellence, some people have bias ego here because the person has a diva got i ducted as a performer for first nomination but didnt accept to admid that diva got inducted because clive was ertergun inductee and he really back up that diva so much just to secure posthumous induction, while donna summer who been nominate many until she got inducted posthumously, there is industry power favor and bias, so musical excellence was not enought for diana, because her overall solo career and artistry was worth for performer induction than musical excellence, well chaka and dionne can be inducted as performer even they are musical excellence inductee, so stop that biases and ego because no matter someone suggest want her to be inducted for musical excellence, diana ross gonna be nominate and inducted for the class of 2026. Posted by |
Diana Ross is not getting automatic induction in the musical excellence category. That's a category for artists with not enough support. Diana Ross is going to be nominated in the main performers category, and she is going to get voted on and she is going to win on the first try, and she will be inducted normally. She has the support. She is not Dionne Warwick. Posted by |
My predictions: Posted by SM1990 on Tuesday, 02/3/2026 @ 11:42am |
Roy, Posted by |
Probably my final list of 2026 nominees: Posted by |
I feel there will be a Chubby Checker type nomination again but it will not be Monkees Posted by |
Then it's Jan & Dean or Ben E. King Posted by |
When did previous years nominees release? Feels like an eternity waiting now. Posted by will m on Tuesday, 02/3/2026 @ 13:55pm |
Will M Posted by |
The chance of Kenny Loggins is pretty high to me Posted by |
Sade is definitely going to be nominated again / sidedoored at some point. Sold a lot more records that you'd guess. Posted by Jim C. on Tuesday, 02/3/2026 @ 18:33pm |
RIP Chuck Negron. Posted by Jim C. on Tuesday, 02/3/2026 @ 18:42pm |
I believe Three Dog Night will be voted in easily if they ever appear on the ballot Posted by |
Omar, Posted by |
This year's Chubby Checker nomination possibilities??? Posted by |
https://www.insidehook.com/music/rock-and-roll-hall-fame-bon-jovi-dire-straits Posted by |
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DULQuZJivU8/?igsh=MTJ4NGo4bXYxZmFidQ== Posted by Knox on Wednesday, 02/4/2026 @ 05:45am |
Omar, Posted by |
Well guess we're not getting the noms today. Wasn't it the day before Super Bowl last year? Posted by Will m on Wednesday, 02/4/2026 @ 08:32am |
Will M, Posted by |
Also now that we're talking about the Bruce Springsteen bias, I think some artists are hurt by others as well. Like the fact of Eminem being so well respected and a FYE and having beef with Mariah doesn't bode well for her. Like that should tell you the type of voters. Posted by |
Knox Posted by |
Ralib Posted by |
Why the Rock N' Roll Hall of Fame sucks now... Posted by |
Who decides history? The biggest problem with the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Posted by |
Roy Posted by Knox on Wednesday, 02/4/2026 @ 12:10pm |
https://ultimateclassicrock.com/howard-stern-rock-hall-nancy-wilson/ Posted by |
Omar Posted by |
Timothy Posted by |
What a joke Posted by |
Alec T Posted by |
With the current voters Posted by Lebron on Wednesday, 02/4/2026 @ 13:01pm |
Styx should be Stax Posted by |
If John Sykes wants to go all-out 1980s MTV on the 2026 Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame ballot Posted by |
Total Music Awards predictions that the Rock Hall Class of 2026 will be Posted by |
My prediction of inductees without nominees list Posted by Knox on Wednesday, 02/4/2026 @ 16:50pm |
Knox, Posted by |
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richie Posted by knox on Wednesday, 02/4/2026 @ 17:07pm |
Also, for De La Soul, I could see them being one timer if they are lone nominated rap act on the ballot... Posted by Knox on Wednesday, 02/4/2026 @ 17:08pm |
My gut feeling is nom com wants an elder hip hop act over younger act... Posted by Knox on Wednesday, 02/4/2026 @ 17:14pm |
Again, I think they have to put at least one of Devo, Pixies, JDNO, Janes Addiction, Sonic Youth, Smiths, Replacements... as main category Posted by joker on Wednesday, 02/4/2026 @ 17:21pm |
I do think just put some "safer" new wave/post punk picks in recent 3-5 years, INXS, Billy Idol, B52s, the Bangles.... Posted by joker on Wednesday, 02/4/2026 @ 17:26pm |
We will probably still have 5-6 competitive ballots at least Posted by Joker on Wednesday, 02/4/2026 @ 17:29pm |
Same with metal acts like Iron Maiden, Motorhead, Slayer.... Posted by joker on Wednesday, 02/4/2026 @ 17:32pm |
Joker Posted by |
Alec T Posted by joker on Wednesday, 02/4/2026 @ 17:42pm |
Alec T Posted by joker on Wednesday, 02/4/2026 @ 17:46pm |
I think Simple Minds is sorta similar to Roxy Music Posted by |
Alec T Posted by joker on Wednesday, 02/4/2026 @ 17:54pm |
Crowded House is a better Simple Minds. But ultimately, both bands are heavily remembered for one song. I really don't consider either worthy. It is ridiculous to induct either when you have 100 million selling artists like Meatloaf, Motley Crue, Iron Maiden, Scorpions, Linkin Park, Phil Collins, and even more not in. Posted by Jim C. on Wednesday, 02/4/2026 @ 18:20pm |
Simple Mind represents Big Music scene, which will give them unique advantage... Posted by |
What matters most is how other voters view you as a person. Posted by Lebron on Wednesday, 02/4/2026 @ 18:45pm |
Simple minds had a good smattering of songs, but only one big one. Crowded house hsd 2 minor hits. Posted by |
Simple minds had a good smattering of songs, but only one big one. Crowded house hsd 2 minor hits. Posted by |
Hey Guys, Posted by |
Im really hoping that Lauryn suddenly being listed as Lauryn Hill/Fugees on the website means she'll be nominated. As much as I would love to see her inducted solo/or twice, i just think it's long overdue for her to get some recognition from the Hall. Posted by Naz P on Wednesday, 02/4/2026 @ 20:05pm |
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I think it is more reasonable to combine two together Posted by Lebron on Wednesday, 02/4/2026 @ 20:15pm |
Richie, Posted by Nazir P on Wednesday, 02/4/2026 @ 22:10pm |
ANOTHER ONE! Posted by |
Nazir P, Posted by |
Dick Dale is another Chubby Checker possibility. Posted by |
Roy, Posted by |
My creation. Never happened. Posted by |
I always wondered about how you measured the enduring popularity Posted by James on Thursday, 02/5/2026 @ 10:50am |
I also want to bet for a EBAR musical influence induction in 26 Posted by James on Thursday, 02/5/2026 @ 11:01am |
James Posted by |
looking at the previous year snubs I think Mariah faces the genre and populist bias but the hall does seem to prioritize American acts before international and those that "play the game" and support the hall which she does so her best chance to make it in would likely be on a ballot with a lot of foreign acts and/ or genres that typically have harder time getting in (heavy metal/disco, electronic, etc), as well as with some acts that have maybe had some issues in the past with the hall (Alanis Morrissette for example) Posted by |
Total Music Awards's predictions for the 2026 nominees are: Posted by |
I don't think Liz Phair and Sinead will be nominated on same ballot Posted by |
Also, I find a hard time Lenny, Phil, Idol, Admas together.. Posted by |
Alec T Posted by |
Ralib Posted by ChuckD on Thursday, 02/5/2026 @ 12:07pm |
Ralib Posted by James on Thursday, 02/5/2026 @ 12:12pm |
Can't see them nominating both B52's and DEVO at the same time also Posted by |
So… Posted by |
Shrek Posted by |
Another possibiy is that this is just programming error Posted by |
Shrek and Omar, Posted by |
Maybe the editor in FRL even is NOT aware of their inclusion in snub list Posted by |
richie Posted by |
https://youtube.com/@billycorgantmo?si=EUl7YiQjfJpk-jcw Posted by James on Thursday, 02/5/2026 @ 15:25pm |
If Richie Samboa is that close to the Hall then hopefully that bolds well for Jethro Tull's chances Posted by |
I think John Sykes will try his hest to send Mariah to rrhof before inevitable induction of Beyonce in 2027 Posted by chasingwildcat on Thursday, 02/5/2026 @ 19:07pm |
If the divorce with Tommy Mottola actually the main factor hurts Mariah Carey chance. Posted by |
If so, Mariah may fail again and again until Tommy Mottola dies... Posted by |
Comments from new head of rock hall John Sykes makes me think Monkees are still not gonna getting in... Posted by chasingwildcat on Friday, 02/6/2026 @ 07:55am |
Legend Has SOLD 300 Million Records but Rock Hall of Fame has SHADOW BANNED Him! | Posted by |
Even though the Nominating Committee has convened and finalized the ballot before the Grammy ceremony, why do I get the feeling that D'Angelo is going to be in the ballot? Posted by |
After the success of HUNTR/X Posted by |
Completely random speculation: Posted by J C Souljah on Friday, 02/6/2026 @ 13:30pm |
What about a Taj Mahal side category inclusion in 2026 Posted by |
Probably should have listed New York Dolls somewhere, Johansen's passing may be an impetus. Posted by J C Souljah on Friday, 02/6/2026 @ 13:46pm |
I also think Gary us bond could be given musical influence award, Little Steven may fight for it before he steps down Posted by |
And should have added Daft Punk in ME/MI Posted by J C Souljah on Friday, 02/6/2026 @ 13:56pm |
The last five days until likely nominees announcement Posted by James on Friday, 02/6/2026 @ 18:09pm |
Mariah, Oasis, Maiden, EBAR and JDNO are most likely acts to get third nomination in 2026 Posted by James on Friday, 02/6/2026 @ 18:10pm |
Then Oasis, Maiden, EBAR, JDNO in this order Posted by James on Friday, 02/6/2026 @ 18:12pm |
John RC Posted by joker on Friday, 02/6/2026 @ 18:29pm |
James, Posted by |
James Posted by |
I do think the ABC interview to Peter Hook was not just coincidence. Posted by James on Friday, 02/6/2026 @ 19:10pm |
richie Posted by James on Friday, 02/6/2026 @ 19:16pm |
James Posted by |
Alec T Posted by James on Friday, 02/6/2026 @ 19:45pm |
give Oasis a pause Posted by james on Friday, 02/6/2026 @ 19:47pm |
Tom Morello was a causal Oasis fan but then saw them in their reunion tour and was blown away by them Posted by |
Oasis is the hottest band in the world and it isn't just hype as Liam sounds the best he has in many years. The reunion tour was massive (12+ million revenue per concert and venues had very high beer sales as well). They are a lock on their next nomination. Rock Hall needs them more than Oasis needs the honor. I still think it is highly unlikely they attend or perform. They can sell out a whole tour again immediately (they only played 23 songs so they can freshen up the setlist if demand flags any). Previously, in America, they did 8,000-15,000. They are selling 50,000 and more now. Posted by Jim C. on Friday, 02/6/2026 @ 22:24pm |
Fred Smith from Television died. Marquee Moon is very highly appraised online, but Television doesn't deserve induction. Tom Verlaine had some decent solo records, but he doesn't deserve it either. Posted by Jim C. on Friday, 02/6/2026 @ 22:36pm |
Jim C., Posted by J C Souljah on Saturday, 02/7/2026 @ 08:50am |
Feel like we could get news about the ballot today Posted by |
Alec T Posted by |
Last time on February 8th they revealed when the ballot was going to be revealed Posted by |
Alec T, I agree. I don't think the nominees will be leaked like 2024. . . or like any of the previous years for the last 11 years. . . Posted by |
I think Oasis is definitely a lock for the 2026 induction if they're nominated this year (I'm almost sure of it atp). Posted by |
John R.C., Posted by |
Charles Crossley Posted by James on Saturday, 02/7/2026 @ 11:28am |
You can see the sound of U2 directly influenced by Television Posted by James on Saturday, 02/7/2026 @ 11:34am |
James Posted by |
If the nominees announcement in Feb 11, the announcement of announcement will be in Feb 9/Feb 10 Posted by james on Saturday, 02/7/2026 @ 12:54pm |
I do think REO Speedwagon could fill the bad company/foreigner slot in 2026 Posted by James on Saturday, 02/7/2026 @ 13:06pm |
THE 2026 ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME NOMINEES SHOULD BE... Posted by |
James Posted by |
REO Speedwagon just retired from touring. They were a part of that wave of divorce arena rock with Journey. They had one huge album and a bunch of decent albums. Solid career, but I don't see them getting in although their resume probably bests at least 20% of inductees. Posted by Jim C. on Saturday, 02/7/2026 @ 13:51pm |
Foreigner > Bad Company > King Crimson Posted by |
I don't want to have to think about this anymore. Here's my final prediction: Posted by Mason on Saturday, 02/7/2026 @ 15:48pm |
If the Rock Hall plays it lazy, they'll nominate and induct Emerson, Lake & Palmer first, just so they can have more time to decide which of the numerous members of Jethro Tull and King Crimson have to be nominated and inducted. Posted by |
How about Questlove pushes Joe Tex again Posted by joker on Saturday, 02/7/2026 @ 16:17pm |
If FRL does not pull the trigger earlier Posted by |
It does not look like any 21st century artists will be nominated and inducted this year. The White Stripes were the first, last year, but actually, their first single was in 1998, and first album was in 1999, not 2000. Posted by |
James Posted by Charles Crossley Jr on Saturday, 02/7/2026 @ 17:21pm |
So no one is predicting The Strokes? It's the only act first eligible in 2026 that FRL has listed in oversized letters on the 2026 eligibles page. Posted by |
Charles Crossley Jr, Posted by james on Saturday, 02/7/2026 @ 17:43pm |
Roy Posted by james on Saturday, 02/7/2026 @ 17:44pm |
Roy Posted by james on Saturday, 02/7/2026 @ 17:44pm |
You think it's been pushed back to next week the nominee announcement? Posted by |
Alec T Posted by |
Some near-deadline predictions. Feels these have become so unpredictable and random that a lot of the journalist who usually do are not even doing so at all and just making a wishlist, but it is still fun. Going with the 15 range Posted by GuestG on Saturday, 02/7/2026 @ 19:08pm |
GuestG Posted by James on Saturday, 02/7/2026 @ 19:18pm |
They could also just assume Maiden won't bother showing up, shove them into Musical Excellence anyway, and then roll a video with no inductor so it looks like they weren't really part of the ceremony. Posted by james on Saturday, 02/7/2026 @ 19:22pm |
With the passing of Brad Arnold from hus long cancer fight today, do 3 doors down get a closer look? Posted by |
When it comes to New Wave/Post Punk Posted by |
IMAGINE IF NONE OF THESE ARTISTS ARE NOMINATED IN 2026 Posted by |
James, Posted by GuestG on Saturday, 02/7/2026 @ 20:44pm |
GuestG, Posted by |
Anything on the ceremony being in Cleveland in 2026? Posted by |
GuestG Posted by james on Sunday, 02/8/2026 @ 07:15am |
GuestG Posted by james on Sunday, 02/8/2026 @ 07:37am |
James Posted by |
I continue to be TRULY perplexed at the lack of momentum for Culture Club….they're easily among the top sonic and aesthetic influencers of the early 80's, head and shoulders equal to Duran Duran and Eurythmics at least. You can take a permanent marker, and draw a straight line from Boy George in 1983 to Chappell Roan in 2026. Why are have the B-52's usurped most of the queer diversity acknowledgment points… Posted by |
Culture Club are not that strong musically, especially in terms of innovation in sound, compared with many of their peers. But this is not an important point for Rock Hall induction under the current politics. Posted by |
I am afraid that if Mariah Carey and Alicia Keys nomination together Posted by Jason on Sunday, 02/8/2026 @ 08:25am |
Janet Jackson faced a similar problem, and she was voted in almost immediately after her main opponent stepped down. Posted by jason on Sunday, 02/8/2026 @ 08:35am |
If it is in Cleveland the 2026 ceremony Posted by |
I think it's a little odd to say Queen Latifah is a better pick than Lauryn Hill/The Fugees. I love Queen but and I say this with the upmost respect for her, her legacy is not rooted in music. She will be remembered as an actress. With that said she is still a pioneering female MC, and I think she belongs in the Hall eventually but not as top priority. Posted by Naz P on Sunday, 02/8/2026 @ 11:47am |
Naz P, Posted by |
At this point, we don't know if Mariah was even close to finish line as of now Posted by |
Regardless, I think Mariah should be included, and probably got her third nomination and included in 2026 as performer Posted by |
I'm struggling with my final predictions but here's where I'm at Posted by Naz P on Sunday, 02/8/2026 @ 12:08pm |
Janet's issue is SLIGHTLY different to Mariah's. I don't know if Les Moonves had any influence on Rock Hall votes or not whereas Tommy Motolla does. Posted by |
Imagine if the ballot announcement date is leaked during the Super Bowl lol Posted by |
I don't think Mariah will miss the third time Posted by hdkdjfkfjfj on Sunday, 02/8/2026 @ 12:36pm |
If you can deduce Queen Latifah's legacy to being an actress, then you can do the same with Lauryn Hill's legacy as being a one album wonder. That's crazy to say. Posted by |
Yes, Lauryn Hill is one album wonder. But her lone album is too big too influential, similar with Sxx Pistols Posted by James on Sunday, 02/8/2026 @ 13:54pm |
First let's slow down. I obviously called Queen Latifah a pioneer in Female Rap. That's not something I would say lightly, and I clearly think she's important enough in music if I said she deserves to be inducted. I just don't see the need for her to be rushed into the Hall rn. Her legacy is her screen work! If you asked most people about her career they'll be able to mention her screen work before her music. But that's exactly why she deserves a place in the Hall, so her contributions to Popular Music don't go erased, regardless of how memorable they are. Posted by Naz P on Sunday, 02/8/2026 @ 15:49pm |
https://vote.rockhall.com/coming-soon Posted by |
But I did see the website siowed something like "21 days, x hours..." Posted by |
Omar Posted by |
Alec T Posted by |
Honestly given the recent nationwide snowstorm and the Winter Olympics Posted by |
Alec T Posted by |
A question is if nom com member had already met or not Posted by |
Omar, Posted by |
If you constantly refresh and look at the timer, specifically minutes/seconds you note that it is continuously going down so it is fully functioning as the timer at 21 days 14 hours. Posted by GuestG on Sunday, 02/8/2026 @ 18:56pm |
If the nominees will be announced in March, here's my revised prediction: Posted by |
I think the countdown brakes when you get on the rock and rock hall of website plus they announce new nominees in the morning not at 11 45 am I think it breaks and says try again later so that really tells you they don't use a timer like that last year it was fake bands before the announcement among other things so it could still be Weds when they announce the nominees Posted by |
I think that the reason that the nomination announcement got potentially pushed back to March is because of two things: Posted by |
Doesn't the nom com meet remotely now? Why would a snowstorm delay that? Posted by |
The timing disappeared so that may have been a nothingburger. Posted by |
Timothy Pernell, Posted by |
It now says 20 days. It's hard to catch it because it's only on the screen for about 2 seconds but when you refresh the page the seconds reduce. The announcement is absolutely in March. Posted by Naz P on Monday, 02/9/2026 @ 09:20am |
With the announcement in March Posted by Naz P on Monday, 02/9/2026 @ 10:31am |
If we don't get some announcements in recent two days Posted by |
I still feel like announcing it around noon, instead of on the hour, is really strange. Posted by |
My bad, I calculated wrong Posted by |
Omar, Posted by |
If they are announcing it in March Posted by Alec T on Monday, 02/9/2026 @ 11:04am |
Alec T Posted by |
Alec T, Posted by |
They did February nominee announcement and May inductee announcement in 2021,2022 and 2023 Posted by |
Alec T, Posted by |
I do think there will be A LOT OF voters finsih their votes immediately after they receive the email of voting link Posted by |
Do we know how many official votes were cast in 2025? Posted by |
Alec T, Posted by |
Out of curiously Posted by |
It's a Hall of Fame like almost no other, and yet it has no set times for announcement of nomination and induction. So curious always with the RRHOF. Posted by |
I'm sure the votes happen often early right? Posted by |
Alec T, Posted by |
Two things come to mind about the hidden clock on the "fan vote coming soon" page. Posted by Charles Crossley Jr on Monday, 02/9/2026 @ 15:47pm |
I do think rock hall may put a fake date on website Posted by James on Monday, 02/9/2026 @ 16:41pm |
The clock is definitely moving, i've checked it multimple times and keeps going down Posted by will m on Monday, 02/9/2026 @ 17:42pm |
One thing I'm defintely doing is checking out the old fan vote links, Posted by Will M on Monday, 02/9/2026 @ 17:59pm |
Ill try a few more Posted by Will m on Monday, 02/9/2026 @ 18:04pm |
yea its all just leading to a 404 page Posted by will m on Monday, 02/9/2026 @ 18:05pm |
Hey guys, I just checked, the countdown timer is at 0 now. Ive checked multiple times. Earlier today I found the timer at 19 days, but as of now, its all 0s Posted by Will m on Tuesday, 02/10/2026 @ 13:07pm |
Will M Posted by |
I checked it a few more times, everytime i click on the link, it loads as a zero. However, when I refresh, it shows the 19 day calendar. False alarm Posted by Will m on Tuesday, 02/10/2026 @ 13:19pm |
I will not be surprised if rock hall decides to nominate multiple latin acts on same ballot begging from this year, and one will be inducted regardless Posted by James on Tuesday, 02/10/2026 @ 13:25pm |
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Have you seen the update on the rock hall fan vote site Posted by om on Tuesday, 02/10/2026 @ 16:59pm |
And rock hall voting already allows user the make registration now Posted by Om on Tuesday, 02/10/2026 @ 17:04pm |
Gene Simmons had another complain about rock hall Posted by Jfjfjfkfmfmfmnt on Tuesday, 02/10/2026 @ 17:23pm |
If we have Spanisht language on website again Posted by Om on Tuesday, 02/10/2026 @ 17:28pm |
You think they randomly announce the nominees tommorow? Posted by |
Alec T Posted by om on Tuesday, 02/10/2026 @ 17:43pm |
Alec T, Posted by |
Rock hall official website also have two languages now Posted by om on Tuesday, 02/10/2026 @ 17:45pm |
This is Troy Smith statement Posted by om on Tuesday, 02/10/2026 @ 17:53pm |
It might not mean much since the induction and museum runs differently, but if you looked at the upcoming events in the Hall's website, it says they're going to have screenings of Luther Vandross and Jeff Buckley's respective documentaries on the dates that are around the same time as the supposed "March 2 announcement". Posted by |
I remember in 24, rock hall website features Living Colour... And they were not nominated Posted by James on Tuesday, 02/10/2026 @ 19:42pm |
Gene Simmons complaining about the Rock Hall is just another Tuesday. Posted by |
@John Posted by |
The registration and leadboard option on the fan vote site disappear now Posted by om on Tuesday, 02/10/2026 @ 22:23pm |
Well, it has been a coordinated effort to diminish rock for whatever reason. Grammys haven't presented rock and metal categories since 2012. Foo Fighters were the lone rock act included most of these years on MTV Video Awards or the Grammys. I can understand rock acts not being the halftime at the Super Bowl (Adele would probably be boring as well -> she doesn't dance either). People were bored after The Who performed (string of safe rock acts after the Janet stunt) and Maroon 5 was pretty bad as well. Rock still leads for concert revenue and Rap has fallen off slightly (first time since the 90s a rap song wasn't in the top 40 happened recently). I don't mind Rap acts in the Rock Hall (especially since rap rock was big with nu-metal) and a lot of use rock samples (Billy Squier is one artist where the amount of sampling actually helps his case for induction ("The Big Beat")). Dolly Parton was more out of left field than the Rap stuff. Willie Nelson has been mentioned much in predictions, but you never know. Posted by Jim C. on Tuesday, 02/10/2026 @ 22:24pm |
Before the deadline (irrelevancyline?) of the R&R HoF actually naming the nominees, here is my prediction/wish list: Posted by |
Mainstream rock is basically dead Posted by James on Tuesday, 02/10/2026 @ 23:32pm |
Another thing I noticed on the current fan vote site, they previously had a sign up bit on the page, that i tried for yesterday, and has now been removed. Everything else is the same and the clock is running normally, currently at 18 days Posted by Will m on Wednesday, 02/11/2026 @ 10:15am |
It is obviously they won't announce today Posted by Om on Wednesday, 02/11/2026 @ 10:18am |
I don't see New Edition. They definitely need to be inducted into this year's Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Posted by Amber Hawkins on Wednesday, 02/11/2026 @ 15:25pm |
https://vote.rockhall.com/coming-soon Posted by Om on Wednesday, 02/11/2026 @ 17:43pm |
I can confirm, the timer doesnt show up for me either Posted by will m on Wednesday, 02/11/2026 @ 17:55pm |
Eddie Truck lists his rock hall snub Posted by |
My thoughts on the Eddie Trunk snub tweet: Posted by Jim C. on Wednesday, 02/11/2026 @ 18:52pm |
Jim C., Posted by J C Souljah on Thursday, 02/12/2026 @ 10:00am |
The 2024 nominees were announced on a Saturday morning, I think that's what we'll be getting this time as well Posted by WIll M on Thursday, 02/12/2026 @ 11:54am |
Unless there are some leaks Posted by |
I'm going to guess that the 2026 R&RHoF nominee ballot, if Billy Idol is nominated again, and only if Billy Idol is nominated again, will be announced Wednesday, 25 Feb 2026, for which for a Rock Hall watcher must be the dumbest of reasons. . . Posted by Charles Crossley Jr on Thursday, 02/12/2026 @ 16:02pm |
Billy like with Benatar and Lauper will get a cycle off and then return to the ballot and then get voted in Posted by |
Alec T, Posted by |
Richie I know that you have your scripted responses on standby but Phil Collins health not so great health has been in the public eye recently and Billy Idol looks like (hopefully) his health is solid Posted by |
https://rockhall.com/mariah-carey/ Posted by Will m on Thursday, 02/12/2026 @ 16:53pm |
Rock hall monitor every post here and doesn't want to give any potential hints Posted by |
Alec T, Posted by |
I think it is going to be Phil Collins year rather than Idol... Posted by james on Thursday, 02/12/2026 @ 19:52pm |
James, Posted by |
Greg F, Posted by |
Richie Posted by |
Alec T, Posted by |
Compared with Idol, Adams is more relevant, and has enduring popularity... Posted by |
Omar, Posted by |
Omar Posted by |
Omar, oh yes, I remember when Bon Jovi didn't get voted in the first time they were nominated. Jon Bon Jovi yanked all the Bon Jovi memorabilia out of the R&RHoF Museum when that happened. I think they got it all back now and then some in that Bon Jovi Forever exhibit. Posted by Charles Crossley Jr on Thursday, 02/12/2026 @ 21:53pm |
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Omar, Posted by |
richie Posted by |
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My wish list.. Posted by LEON on Friday, 02/13/2026 @ 02:56am |
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Omar, Posted by |
I really hope Mariah gets in. The Hall has no reason not too when she checks off all the boxes her predecessors do and in abundance. Plus Beyonce and Alicia follow in the doors she opened and both are surefire inductees in the next few years (Alicia after Bey most likely) so its kinda imperative to get Mariah in like now. Posted by ABJ on Friday, 02/13/2026 @ 09:14am |
Outside of my favorites, I def think Phil Collins and Bryan Adams should be in this years ballot. I lean more towards Adams but like others said since Phil isnt getting any better it might be best to get him in now and let Adams wait next year if they are too close Posted by ABJ on Friday, 02/13/2026 @ 09:17am |
There WILL be at least one 50s or 60s act in this list, I'm sure. Posted by |
K-Dawg Posted by |
Guys the fan vote page updated again!!! Posted by Will m on Friday, 02/13/2026 @ 10:44am |
Will M Posted by |
Alec T, Posted by |
Timothy Posted by |
To those wondering, this is the logo that shows up on the fan vote site (https://i.ibb.co/hJBjspbt/Screenshot-1.png). Posted by Gus on Friday, 02/13/2026 @ 15:30pm |
The link was not working properly on my previous comment, apologies. Posted by Gus on Friday, 02/13/2026 @ 15:31pm |
Yep I see it now Posted by |
You should update the nominees page to "likely to be announced in March" Posted by Cardgage on Friday, 02/13/2026 @ 17:44pm |
Cardgage, Posted by |
Link is still dead Posted by Cardgage on Friday, 02/13/2026 @ 18:33pm |
Cardgage, Posted by Gus on Friday, 02/13/2026 @ 18:57pm |
Oh-OH-oh... Posted by Cardgage on Friday, 02/13/2026 @ 19:59pm |
K-Dawg and Alec T, Posted by |
Wonder what the hold up is on the nominations? Posted by |
Think it was that recent nationwide snow storm Posted by |
Ralib and Alec T, Posted by |
I honestly think they're waiting for the Winter Olympics to end first, rather than compete for attention with the international news stories that constantly flow out of that. Posted by |
Shrek, Posted by |
I agree with ritchie, itll likely be this wednesday Posted by Will M on Saturday, 02/14/2026 @ 16:30pm |
Geez, am I the only one here who is fine with the long wait of the nominee's announcement? Posted by |
It better be a darn good ballot Posted by |
I'm really hoping Coldplay get inducted. The band are on vacation, so the ceremony will be quite exclusive, their only performance for the entire year. Posted by Gus on Saturday, 02/14/2026 @ 21:16pm |
Gus, Posted by |
I don't mind waiting for the noms either, but it is pretty compelling. Mainly because it could go in so many directions. Last year, they broke away from their usual tendency to break things down into genre "lanes" and went with a largely unpredicted list. It blew up the common system many of us used for years to predict. So, it could follow some logic, but it's really wide open. Posted by |
Richie, Posted by Gus on Sunday, 02/15/2026 @ 00:29am |
What I'm asking for: Posted by Cardgage on Sunday, 02/15/2026 @ 01:37am |
Cardgage, Posted by Chingle on Sunday, 02/15/2026 @ 12:54pm |
Cardgage, Posted by Charles Crossley Jr on Sunday, 02/15/2026 @ 13:01pm |
Charles Crossley Jr Posted by |
Take this with a grain of salt but there are rumors that Oasis will reunion for a 2027 tour and record new music Posted by |
Oasis is definitely touring again. I hate that they don't change their setlists every show (Pearl Jam is all-time live king in this regard) and I did lose interest in following the tour after the first two weeks (when they went to America they didn't change the setlist either). They have plenty of songs from their later career to choose from as the setlist only had one song performed past 2000 (Little by Little). Posted by Jim C. on Sunday, 02/15/2026 @ 22:42pm |
The one thing I feel for sure is this: Joy Division/New Order get on the ballot, and if they don't win the vote this time, they go in under influence. I mean, they were influential in 2 different genres, which technically looped back together once you get into darkwave and EBM and such. There have been plenty of goth bands with dancy beats out there, my 3 bands included. And I took influence from both of them. Peter Hook mainly, haha. Posted by eboe on Monday, 02/16/2026 @ 04:22am |
Uh, apparently the Hall dropped a game of Wordle yesterday: https://rockhall.com/cover-story/sad-birds/ Posted by |
Ok, while typing in random answers just to see what comes up, I found multiple Coldplay albums. Maybe this is somehow hinting towards the nominees, or it could just be a big coincidence. I'm gonna keep typing random words just to see what comes up. Posted by |
Omar, Posted by Charles Crossley Jr on Monday, 02/16/2026 @ 11:36am |
Raichu Posted by |
Roberta Flack's name did also come up, but it was collab album with Dionne Warwick and is labelled as a Dionne album. I'm not sure if that counts but it's something to keep in mind. Posted by |
#1 was Bark at the moon Posted by will m on Monday, 02/16/2026 @ 12:20pm |
I had someone on Discord run names through the Worldle box. None of the previously nominated artists came up, and so far no non-nominated artists other than Coldplay came up. Posted by |
Given that they have been predicted to be nominated the past few Hall cycles Posted by |
If Coldplay nominated, I could see Oasis sit Posted by |
I can see Oasis and Coldplay both being nominated Posted by |
I must've mistaken the inductees for one of the side categories last year as being for all of them. Posted by Cardgage on Monday, 02/16/2026 @ 17:12pm |
A class with both Coldplay and Oasis would go crazy. The two biggest touring bands of the last year. Posted by Gus on Monday, 02/16/2026 @ 18:34pm |
Haven't found any other possible nominee names, but I did find a few possible side-category options: Posted by |
The last concert was poorly sold. So it makes sense that Rock Hall would try to nominate a headlining act. I think it is either Coldplay or Linkin Park. Linkin Park might make more sense being nominated in the class with Beyonce to potentially get a Jay-Z reunion performance. Posted by Jim C. on Monday, 02/16/2026 @ 21:29pm |
If Sonny Rollins got in this class Posted by |
Probably it is still March 2nd for announcement Posted by |
Omar, Posted by |
Pavement has a song called "Major Leagues" and on Instagram they posted a meme-like picture of a cellphone being called by "The Major Leagues"...in baseball, the term is a "call up" when you're asked to leave the minors and join The Show. Posted by |
Casper Posted by |
Oh and Spring Training starts this Friday Posted by |
Id really love the nominees to be announced tomorrow but without any indication on the halls part today, its not likely. I think it will be before march 2nd tho, either this week or next Posted by will m on Tuesday, 02/17/2026 @ 11:48am |
Pavement? Before Blues Traveler, Widespread Panic, Little Feat (who are on their last and final tour, and I think they mean it), and the recently nominated Phish? Shall we discuss Gov't Mule, for that matter? Posted by Charles Crossley Jr on Tuesday, 02/17/2026 @ 12:48pm |
Charles, I don't think anybody associates Pavement with jam bands and they've been far more influential on indie rock than Dale's overall resume in my personal opinion. This is a band with three albums on the most recent Rolling Stone 500. Posted by |
Pavement, a jam band? LOL. Posted by David RM on Tuesday, 02/17/2026 @ 17:53pm |
Casper, I stand corrected. Pavement, with Steve Malkmus, is an indie rock band, not a jam band. Thank you for correcting me. I'd rather be wrong and corrected than pretend to be right. Posted by Charles Crossley Jr on Tuesday, 02/17/2026 @ 22:49pm |
To be clear, "Miles" is Buddy Miles who is being quoted above. Posted by Charles Crossley Jr on Tuesday, 02/17/2026 @ 23:04pm |
If Pavement got in before Smashing Pumpkins, there would be no justice in this universe. Posted by eboe on Wednesday, 02/18/2026 @ 02:34am |
I doubt Pavement will be nominated unless old guards step down from rock hall. Posted by |
The fan vote site has definitly gotten some more work on it, theres now active cookies on the page Posted by will m on Wednesday, 02/18/2026 @ 08:59am |
It looks like Wings might make the ballot Posted by Naz P on Wednesday, 02/18/2026 @ 09:39am |
I emailed the Rock Hall yesterday about when will the 2026 nominees be announced and they replied back to me this morning and they said: Posted by |
Or maybe Linda McCartney though Musical Excellence? Posted by |
Alec, Posted by Naz P on Wednesday, 02/18/2026 @ 11:23am |
Naz P, Posted by |
That's fair I can see that! Posted by |
Charles, Dick Dale should already be in and his guitar playing was massively influential. But I look back at this century's indie rock and oh boy does so much of it draw inspiration from Pavement. Posted by |
Don't think that the nominees will be announced this week Posted by |
Alec T, Posted by |
Casper, Posted by Charles Crossley Jr on Wednesday, 02/18/2026 @ 15:41pm |
Jim C., Posted by J C Souljah on Wednesday, 02/18/2026 @ 15:43pm |
Couple comments: First, I don't see how Wings gets Paul a third nod. The E Street Band didn't get Bruce a second one. Both the induction ceremony speeches and the nomination wording for Paul as a solo artist made it abundantly clear that he was being honored for his "solo" work as well as that with Wings. Same for The Crickets and The Miracles. Frankly Paul's actual solo work is unremarkable. Second, Linda for ME? She really was not much of a musician. Of course Bernie Taupin isn't a musician either, but that is a separate problem. Posted by J C Souljah on Wednesday, 02/18/2026 @ 15:51pm |
eboe, Posted by Charles Crossley Jr on Wednesday, 02/18/2026 @ 15:52pm |
C Souljah Posted by |
This will be forgotten by her induction, but Beyonce is not really a nice person (Destiny Child members got treated like trash as well). Posted by Jim C. on Wednesday, 02/18/2026 @ 16:54pm |
James Posted by |
I feel like good chance we see the B 52's or DEVO on the ballot after Cyndi Lauper Posted by |
B-52s had a final tour and then immediately started again. I don't get it, but I guess they needed a boost for ticket sales. "Live" they are still decent, but really they are pushing it (Kate always gives her best, Fred seems bored / annoyed at times - He hates cell phones at shows). The 16 year gap between albums really destroyed their popularity. I did enjoy Funplex and wished they did more albums. B-52s aren't a huge snub because they have done so little in 30+ years. Posted by Jim C. on Wednesday, 02/18/2026 @ 21:11pm |
Who do you think is the biggest lock for return to the ballot in 2026 and who is the biggest FYN lock in 2026? Posted by |
Most likely to return? Mariah Carey. Posted by Charles Crossley Jr on Wednesday, 02/18/2026 @ 22:00pm |
You know it is weird that mid-level 80s and 90s acts seem more likely than big headliners. Oasis failing twice looks ridiculous now so maybe the voters will wake up. All headliners lose votes so the voters can help marginal acts they love. I do think almost all acts that get nominated from here on out are eventually going to get in (sidedoored if necessary). Posted by Jim C. on Wednesday, 02/18/2026 @ 22:05pm |
The Sugarhill Gang Posted by Cardgage on Wednesday, 02/18/2026 @ 23:29pm |
The Sugarhill Gang Posted by Cardgage on Thursday, 02/19/2026 @ 01:32am |
Motorhead Posted by Cardgage on Thursday, 02/19/2026 @ 01:48am |
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1HcH7MzDHd/ Posted by asdfsfsd on Thursday, 02/19/2026 @ 02:00am |
Cardgage.....please stop with your bullshit again! Posted by John C on Thursday, 02/19/2026 @ 08:03am |
I feel like we could get the ballot any day from now Posted by |
Alec, Posted by will m on Thursday, 02/19/2026 @ 11:53am |
I'm thinking it's gonna be the next week or the week after that Posted by |
I do think Rock Hall is losing some relevancy. The Dolly Parton nomination was telling as they just tried to use a beloved figure to prop themselves up. Ticket sales and interest is down. They lucked out on New Years Day because there was a storm / football game delay so TV ratings went up. But big name artists are not showing up / performing at the ceremony. Adding B-52s does nothing for the Rock Hall or the B-52s really. They are winding down and doing few concerts now. A lot of artists that get in need something that gets them in the news cycle. HBO used documentaries to revive interest in the Rock Hall ceremony. Frampton got in because of his illness and subsequent return to playing. Joe Cocker / Zevon were political things behind the scenes. Posted by Jim C. on Thursday, 02/19/2026 @ 12:00pm |
Hence why they need to put in Coldplay,Phil Collins and Oasis Posted by |
Alec T., Posted by J C Souljah on Thursday, 02/19/2026 @ 13:43pm |
Then I throw you a Ronnie James Dio Posted by |
Jim C., Posted by Charles Crossley Jr on Thursday, 02/19/2026 @ 14:50pm |
On the day of the nominee announcement or day of the inductees announcement Posted by |
Looks more and more like march 2nd as "originally planned"for Posted by omar on Thursday, 02/19/2026 @ 18:27pm |
Omar, Posted by |
It's likely going to be next week or the week after that Posted by |
richie, Posted by |
Chingle, Posted by |
Richie Posted by |
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Alec T Posted by |
They had to reduce prices the week of and had nothing promoted for a long time. Prices were way too high for what they offered. Bryan Adams and The Black Crowes bailed them out last minute as Paul Rodgers pulled out with about a week to go. Jack White didn't perform and they were grateful he even showed up. It was not a huge success. Posted by Jim C. on Thursday, 02/19/2026 @ 19:28pm |
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When it comes to the 2026 Nominees Posted by |
I think it will mostly be the failed nominees from 2024 (Sade, Mariah, Lenny, Oasis, Eric B & Rakim) and Joy Division. Posted by Jim C. on Thursday, 02/19/2026 @ 22:40pm |
A March announcement definitely sounds more plausible and makes better sense. A quicker way to vote. Three months is a DRAG compared to two. Posted by |
Jim C., Posted by Charles Crossley Jr on Thursday, 02/19/2026 @ 23:46pm |
Forget it, Charles. Posted by |
Although they seem to like different music genres, Richie's "source" loves every R&B act and dislikes classic rock, metal, and alternative or indie music. (The rare exceptions are The Replacements and Hüsker Dü, maybe because they are from Minneapolis, Prince's hometown. When it comes to The Replacements and Hüsker Dü, Richie's friend only talks about musical influence and does not mention popularity. However, for a similarly influential but not very commercial band like Joy Division, Richie's friend simply says "the ship has sailed.") Posted by james on Friday, 02/20/2026 @ 02:12am |
And his "source" kept saying stuff about Soundgarden and that they kept finishing last in the voting or something like that Posted by |
I recently had a spat with Jim C. two weeks ago when he kept claiming that Bad Bunny is unimportant. Posted by |
I think we can agree that Richie, Cardgage and Jim C, are all asshats that make this forum a giant headache. Two of them are autists with no self-awareness and the other is a crusty boomer, rockist who thinks "The New York Dolls had no business being nominated in the first place." Talk about none of them having credibility. Posted by Danby on Friday, 02/20/2026 @ 09:16am |
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Agreed and I try not to be too hard on him Posted by |
If you haven't done anything recently, you are unlikely to get in. It is really that simple. The Rock Hall is trying to sell a concert. Reuniting bands that haven't been together for years works at selling tickets, but at some point, you become irrelevant and an artist needs a commerical, movie, or something to remain relevant. Look at Hendrix. The estate didn't put his music on YouTube and his popularity and coolness has cratered among new generations. He is forgotten. The Doors didn't allow any commericals etc for years. And now, there is a need for a new movie to revive interest in them. Posted by Jim C. on Friday, 02/20/2026 @ 10:16am |
And that's why, The Monkees aren't in and aren't getting in. The Wrecking Crew guys made the songs and the contributions of the band members themselves did not produce hits. Boyce and Hart wrote themselves another hit afterwards and the Monkees guys never did. Head was a huge flop. The Monkees crashed and burned from being the biggest act to being irrelevant in a few years. Posted by Jim C. on Friday, 02/20/2026 @ 10:23am |
I always think about a thing Posted by Jfhfjk on Friday, 02/20/2026 @ 10:27am |
Iron maiden has no hits... Posted by Jfhfjk on Friday, 02/20/2026 @ 10:29am |
Jim c Posted by Jfhfjk on Friday, 02/20/2026 @ 10:32am |
Jim C., Posted by The Towerman on Friday, 02/20/2026 @ 11:15am |
Also, adding to what towerman said, the people voting are not the kids. The people voting, because of the system that the hall uses to pick voters, are either people who were present in the 1960s and 1970s or people who obsess over music from that era. Nobody in the voting body is unaware of Jimi Hendrix. Also, kids look back! I can say this because I'm one of those young people that music snobs tend to disdain so much Posted by Chingle on Friday, 02/20/2026 @ 11:44am |
Hey Guys, Posted by |
Well if true Posted by |
Alec T, Posted by |
If they are getting in on the ballot they are going to get voted in right away Posted by |
*Actual* Posted by |
But are they really wants to make Paul third timer? Posted by om on Friday, 02/20/2026 @ 19:14pm |
I also think rock hall can not find a way to make new order reunion last year, so I feel they will be musical excellenced... And just play a video of JDNO in ceremony Posted by Om on Friday, 02/20/2026 @ 19:18pm |
I don't think they nominate both of them as first time nominees Posted by |
Chris Beachum's "leaks" seem plausible, but a couple of things that gives me pause: Posted by |
I am so close to making a venting long paragraph about Wings lol. Right now that is the worst possible option they could nominate with this backlog Posted by GuestG on Friday, 02/20/2026 @ 19:35pm |
I will not be suprised if wings actually nominated... Posted by Om on Friday, 02/20/2026 @ 19:52pm |
I think that the 2026 nominees will be: Posted by |
Billy Idol is not returning to the ballot if Phil Collins and Bryan Adams are on it Posted by |
John R.C., Posted by The Towerman on Friday, 02/20/2026 @ 20:26pm |
The Towerman, Posted by |
Some bands that were inducted would absolutely struggle to get in today. Timing plays a part. If Jefferson Airplane (Lovin Spoonful, Byrds, and quite a few more) didn't get in, you can't honestly say they'd be a lock now. And that's why I am over a lot of the classic rock bands getting in -> this org missed the moment. No one cares anymore and basically none of the bands have all members left. It is just ticking a box now. You get lousy performances at the ceremony like Bad Company with guests having to carry the remaining members. You really think Styx would bother reuniting for an induction now. Posted by Jim C. on Friday, 02/20/2026 @ 21:55pm |
Let me rant if Wings is actually nominated for performers category (which again, I mostly follow the hall for morbid curiosity + debaiting is fun lol, so more just a funny rant). Posted by GuestG on Friday, 02/20/2026 @ 22:23pm |
Wings getting inducted is such a terrible idea that it is probably true. Really, the Rock Hall should be focused on 90s acts. It is beyond time (while they can perform and are able to tour off of the induction). Once again, they are going to miss the moment and induct people way too late. Posted by Jim C. on Friday, 02/20/2026 @ 22:31pm |
I would be stunned if Oasis doesn't return to the ballot Posted by |
GuestG, Posted by |
Towerman, Posted by Jim C. on Friday, 02/20/2026 @ 22:58pm |
Mariah JD/NO,DEVO and Oasis get in the next time they are on the ballot Posted by |
There are rumors that the ballot is going to be: Posted by |
Doug Sahm & The Sir Douglas Quintet Posted by Denis on Saturday, 02/21/2026 @ 08:22am |
James Posted by |
The video is on YouTube. On the broadcast of the Bad Bunny Super Bowl performance, they added crowd cheers. It is a fact. The grass obscured him the whole performance and it was a terrible experience for the actual paying customers. Look at the credit list on the Bad Bunny, every song is worked on by a huge team. That's way it works. He has massive steam and he'll last a while until someone else gets the same treatment. The Weeknd was everywhere and last I looked he had no songs on top 100 of Spotify. Posted by Jim C. on Saturday, 02/21/2026 @ 09:46am |
On the latest Bad Bunny album, 17 people got credited on a single song that runs 2:36 !! Posted by Jim C. on Saturday, 02/21/2026 @ 09:53am |
I think rock hall will pair one alternative/post punk noninee with one major new wave/mtv star noninee Posted by Knox on Saturday, 02/21/2026 @ 09:54am |
I feel like that is very possible Posted by |
Spotify is the charts and a bellweather to what's relevant. You haven't be able to get a CD player in a new car for about 5-10 years. Jefferson Airplane would not get in and even be brought up in the nomination process because they aren't in popular culture today. White Rabbit, which was recently featured in Matrix 4 ads and their biggest hit, has 330 million plays and Somebody to Love was about the same. After that, one song surpasses 50 million (Today). That's nothing and they are not relevant anymore. Legacy record sales for Jefferson AIrplane is around 5 million. They are absolutely unworthy by every metric. Posted by Jim C. on Saturday, 02/21/2026 @ 10:19am |
Modern music is just stealing older hits and combining them to make something that someone already is predisposed to like. Interpolation is a just a clever term for stealing melodies from existing songs. Bad Bunny took 3 different songs and combined them to make one new song. This is what AI does. It is really no different. Don't be a fool and act like the guy is a geniune artist. Posted by Jim C. on Saturday, 02/21/2026 @ 10:25am |
We are so desperate for the ballot we got a guy in the FRL comment section whining about Bad Bunny Posted by |
Predicting the R&RHOF nominees would take some Back to the Future maneuvering that none of us seem capable of. Here's who I'm guessing could make the list with a few of my wishful faves thrown in. Posted by SK on Saturday, 02/21/2026 @ 10:46am |
Sheesh what did I run into? Posted by Plebeian on Saturday, 02/21/2026 @ 11:44am |
If the Strokes get in even before Televison Posted by |
Also there seems to be Oasis fatigue among several FRL users but not Mariah even though good odds they will be both return for a 3rd straight ballot Posted by |
Hey Guys, Posted by |
You know this leaks might actually be true. Posted by |
Also Posted by |
Weird predictions. Posted by J C Souljah on Saturday, 02/21/2026 @ 12:47pm |
What can I say? Posted by |
As a fan, I just want to see Coldplay in the ballot for once. They have been eligible for a while, but Parachutes (their actual breakthrough) only turned 25 last year and the band have their schedule free, 2026 is the perfect time. Posted by Gus on Saturday, 02/21/2026 @ 12:59pm |
Would be interesting to see Oasis and Coldplay nominated and inducted together Posted by |
I don't know what to describe Posted by |
I did not find.Gold Derby posted about predictions of previous years Posted by |
1.Damn it! I would be surprised now if The B52's are on the ballot now unfortunately Posted by |
Omar, Posted by |
Also yeah I feel like there is going to be 3 90s Rock nominees on the ballot so the 9th and final newcomer should be Posted by |
A lot of posters seem to be blinded by their fandom. I always thought Jethro Tull deserved it, but in actuality, they really don't. Their Spotify numbers are terrible and Ian Anderson is struggling to sing in concerts now. He really should call it. Because they might have deserved, at least, a nomination chance in the past does not mean they should get nominated or pity inducted today. The time has passed. Posted by Jim C. on Saturday, 02/21/2026 @ 13:56pm |
Omar, Posted by |
I have to feel the other returning nominees are Posted by |
Also Posted by |
Alec T, Posted by |
Richie Posted by |
Other potential returners: Posted by |
Omar, Posted by |
Good chance then that DEVO will get the sidedoor this cycle Posted by |
I feel like Alice In Chains or Smashing Pumpkins could be on the list Posted by |
Alec T Posted by |
No Doubt I think would get in right away though Posted by |
I've have seen so many people talking about Joy Divison/New Order over the years that I'm surprised they didn't got Musical Excellence'd into the Hall already. Posted by Gus on Saturday, 02/21/2026 @ 15:09pm |
Reminder also Coldplay is implied through the Rock Hall puzzle game (only artist to not be inducted but albums are in that game), so along with Goldderby leak that is 11 potential artists. Posted by GuestG on Saturday, 02/21/2026 @ 15:22pm |
The fact that this happens the week possibly before the nominees were officially revealed raises eyebrows Posted by |
What if Sting also nominated Posted by |
GuestG Posted by |
What if Sting, Lenny, and Usher also nominated Posted by |
Recently said in an interview that he wants Mariah,Sting,Lenny Kravitz and Usher all in Posted by |
And John Sykes is included as non-performer in the same year Posted by |
Going by these leaks I think the other returning acts will be Posted by |
Omar, Posted by |
Here are the 10 best possible nominees for 2026: Posted by Vadge Sinclair on Saturday, 02/21/2026 @ 16:37pm |
Reasons why I think DEVO could return to the ballot Posted by |
Alec T Posted by |
Linkin Park has 53 million monthly listeners on Spotify. 100 million sales. Posted by Jim C. on Saturday, 02/21/2026 @ 17:33pm |
I'm still holding out that we will see Posted by |
Would be wild if the actual nominations are completely different lol Posted by |
That's the thing Posted by |
I don't see Linkin Park being inducted before Coldplay. Their only advantage is being American and Hybrid Theory/Meteora outselling Parachutes/A Rush of Blood to the Head. Posted by Gus on Saturday, 02/21/2026 @ 19:53pm |
I've seen the leaks, and I'd be okay voting from that list. It seems reasonable, and the Hall at least would have thrown a few seeds out there for those that complain (like the Monkees). I still think at least one rap act and a "boomer" act not named Wings is likely also coming around (War, Styx, Boston, etc). And I still do think with the Mana nom last year someone Latin would likely appear again. Posted by TheCorriynial on Saturday, 02/21/2026 @ 19:55pm |
That and the nationwide snowstorm Posted by |
alec t, Posted by will m on Saturday, 02/21/2026 @ 20:48pm |
Hey Guys, Posted by |
My guess is that if the ballot is that big it's cause it's the 40th anniversary of the Rock Hall? Posted by |
Alec T, Posted by |
Bobby Brown has been previously considered but not nominated by the NomCom Posted by |
Except for George Thorogood Posted by |
The museum just had a massive expansion and there are too many acts that have been denied multiple times Posted by |
What is the fuxx Posted by |
What if they just induct 10 acts one year... I mean UK hall of fame also inducts a ton in each year. Posted by |
I just saw that list, and I'd be happy if it were that big. But if cut down I'd probably say AiC, The Bangles, George Thorogood, New Edition, and Sinead O'Connor are gone. Either too many overlaps, its not the right time, should go in another way (Sorry Sinead O'Connor fans, im of the belief she's more a Musical Influence). Posted by TheCorriynial on Saturday, 02/21/2026 @ 21:34pm |
Exactly 20 names could be doable but nothing more Posted by |
Gus, Posted by Jim C. on Saturday, 02/21/2026 @ 21:54pm |
10 Performer inductees Posted by |
I highly doubt they nominate many huge acts at once. If anything, they watered down the nominees lately. Mana? They absolutely knew they would not get any votes. Posted by Jim C. on Saturday, 02/21/2026 @ 22:05pm |
He kind of clarifies this whole thing Posted by GuestG on Saturday, 02/21/2026 @ 22:09pm |
Chris Beachum said those were the names being discussed, meaning that it's not the final lists. Posted by |
I would be shocked if Oasis is not back on the ballot Posted by |
I tend to believe except for vip guys in nom com (Sykes, Krim, Steven, Morello, Grohl, Questlove, maybe Jinmy Jam), most other nom com members just vote in meeting, and they may know the noninees the same time with us originally watchers.. Posted by |
So basically unless you are vip nom com member, seems that everyone else is "guessing" Posted by |
Yeah. Posted by |
Out of all of the names that are being discussed for the 2026 ballot according to Chris Beachum from Gold Derby (Alice In Chains, Alicia Keys, The Bangles, Billy Idol, Boston, Bryan Adams, Coldplay, Diana Ross, George Thorogood, Gloria Estefan (or Miami Sound Machine), INXS, Iron Maiden, Joy Division/New Order, Lenny Kravitz, Linkin Park, Mariah Carey, The Monkees, New Edition, Oasis, Phil Collins, Sinead O'Connor, Styx, Tommy James & The Shondells and Wings). Which 14-16 acts do you guys see being nominated this year?. Posted by |
Am I the only one notice that JDNO is the only alternative/post-punk act mentioned in that list, and no B52s, Smiths, Devo, or Replacements in that list. That means they are #1 option at that line for rock hall now? Posted by James on Sunday, 02/22/2026 @ 05:15am |
Looks like it was Phish, Crowes, Mana finished #12-#14 in 2025, and Mariah Carey, Oasis, Billy Idol and JDNO all recieve significantly more votes... Posted by james on Sunday, 02/22/2026 @ 05:20am |
James Posted by |
I'm so very surprised that no Rap/Hip-Hop acts are being discussed this year, Maybe they're setting up for a Eric B. & Rakim induction via through Musical Influence this year and then nominate De La Soul and Lauryn Hill the next two years after that (2027 and 2028)?. Posted by |
Richie Posted by James on Sunday, 02/22/2026 @ 10:39am |
Where did he say that he at least knew that Mariah,Billy Idol and Oasis will likely return to the ballot again? Posted by |
He just replied saying Posted by |
James, Posted by |
Assuming these "leaks" have any legitimacy at all, the second long list along with the first list have a couple different ways to look at them. Posted by |
This great said that the ballot will be released by mid next week and that is what I was actually thinking Posted by |
*This guy* Posted by |
2027 class is loaded and the Rock Hall still is missing many big names from the 90s. In order: Goo Goo Dolls (very big on Spotify - surprising really), Pink, Mariah Carey, The Offspring, Blink-182, Train, Lenny Kravitz, Tracy Chapman, Smashing Pumpkins, No Doubt, Counting Crows, DMX, Fugees, Moby, Nas, Boyz II Men Posted by Jim C. on Sunday, 02/22/2026 @ 12:16pm |
Mana does deserve induction but it has to be musical excellence. I'll predict that. Posted by Jim C. on Sunday, 02/22/2026 @ 12:37pm |
What is your obsession with Spotify numbers? Posted by |
Again, Spotify does not have any relationships with rock hall nomination and voting Posted by Knox on Sunday, 02/22/2026 @ 13:01pm |
Spotify numbers give a good indication how popular and relevant an artist has remained in the present day as opposed to just how they were of the day. It can indicate an artist have longevity and legacy long-term, which makes a good Hall candidate Posted by GuestG on Sunday, 02/22/2026 @ 13:07pm |
Knox, Posted by |
Again, with this leak, that is not an absolute list of all artists who were nominated, just some that were. There is no rap artist but we know a rap artist will be brought in since they always are, not all those will make it. Just gives some indication who is being considered. What is an interesting question is if they do not go purely off the most votes but a stagger of who gets the most votes for each lane (so it is all not boomer rock for example) Posted by GuestG on Sunday, 02/22/2026 @ 13:17pm |
GuestG, Posted by |
Hey Guys, Posted by |
I find it difficult to conceive a Rap-less ballot when Lauryn Hill is right around the corner waiting and they could even pair her with the Fugees. Unless, of course, she gets Musical Excellence'd. Posted by Gus on Sunday, 02/22/2026 @ 14:40pm |
But didn't he say Mariah,Idol and Oasis are likely to return to the ballot? Posted by |
Most HOFs have at least some criteria to get in. Just a random voter thinking Billy Idol was popular in the 80s is not good enough. I'm tired of real HOFers waiting behind worse acts. The time has passed for some artists and you can no longer make reasonable cases for Jethro Tull anymore. The data is easily available. No one cares about them. Fake AI artists have higher numbers. It also highlights bigger than you think acts like Toto (27m monthly). Posted by Jim C. on Sunday, 02/22/2026 @ 14:52pm |
Alec T, Posted by |
What part was that again? Posted by |
Alec T, Posted by |
The Go-Gos got in. I thought The Bangles were at least their equal. No, The Bangles are way more popular (6m vs 2m). Go-Gos with Belinda Carlisle's numbers just edge out Bangles (7m). So you can't really deny the Bangles induction. But there are likely many female artists way ahead like Tracy Chapman (15.7m). Posted by Jim C. on Sunday, 02/22/2026 @ 15:11pm |
I really hope the Smiths get nominated again. Let the public decide if they are worthy. It bothers me that it's ok for an artist to have liberal viewpoints, and it's celebrated but if someone has conservative viewpoints they are blackballed. Posted by Rumi on Sunday, 02/22/2026 @ 17:22pm |
The Smiths have 23m monthly listeners on Spotify. They are definitely a snub. Plus, "Queen is Dead" album is highly acclaimed. Posted by Jim C. on Sunday, 02/22/2026 @ 18:07pm |
I think the band, America, is conservative (one member became a leading figure in Christian Rock). They have 14.5m on Spotify. I think they are a snub that never gets brought up. "A Horse with No Name" is almost a billion play song (975m). Posted by Jim C. on Sunday, 02/22/2026 @ 18:15pm |
I don't think personally that America left enough legacy to even be on the radar of the Rock Hall at this point. They clearly weren't Steely Dan, nor the Eagles or other similar time period acts where their music is still around and changed as time went on. Posted by TheCorriynial on Sunday, 02/22/2026 @ 18:24pm |
America sold around 11 million records. They haven't had a hit since 1984 and they still have 14.5m on Spotify. It is bizarre that Billy Idol doesn't beat them on Spotify when he sold 40m. His peak song isn't close to "Horse" either. Posted by Jim C. on Sunday, 02/22/2026 @ 18:35pm |
Im not saying I don't see America going in someday, but it feels like the moment has long past. Maybe a really really down year I could see them being thrown on as a "here's your only boomer act this year, take it or leave it." Posted by TheCorriynial on Sunday, 02/22/2026 @ 18:53pm |
Ironic that the guy obsessed with Spotify numbers dismissed Bad Bunny while propping up Conservative artists like Ted Nugent and Kid Rock, and say they "worthy snubs". Posted by Lilly C. on Sunday, 02/22/2026 @ 19:40pm |
who cares about spotify monthly listener numbers? That doesnt matter at all, genuinely means nothing Posted by will m on Sunday, 02/22/2026 @ 19:41pm |
I have a good feeling that we will get a ballot teaser announcement tommorow by the Rock Hall officially Posted by |
If you are using Spotify number Posted by Knox on Sunday, 02/22/2026 @ 20:42pm |
What happened to Beck Posted by |
America is an interesting case. They had a good number of hits and are still getting listens, so there is a following and they seem to have some degree of longevity compared to other of the boomer acts like TDN and GFR some complain about not getting nominated but should not. But they really do not have any critical acclaim, first thing I hear from people is they are diet CSN. They also influenced nothing, and it is hard to say how many people who listen to the few couple songs actually know who they are. So it is hard to define what their legacy is, and if that legacy is worthy of Hall induction if we are doing more than just making a checklist of who airs on classic rock radio as they are not top level popularity. Posted by GuestG on Sunday, 02/22/2026 @ 21:02pm |
Lily C. and Jim C., Posted by Badger on Sunday, 02/22/2026 @ 21:49pm |
You misread Lilly. Ted Nugent is not a snub (he shouldn't be considered). Stranglehold is great and that's pretty much the only thing of his that endures today. Posted by Jim C. on Sunday, 02/22/2026 @ 22:24pm |
Again Posted by knox on Sunday, 02/22/2026 @ 22:32pm |
Also, based on his "theory" Posted by KNOX on Sunday, 02/22/2026 @ 22:37pm |
The Rock Hall can field a crop of 16 that all deserve to go in. A literal can't lose ballot. But they don't do this. So we get Beck, Billy Idol, and likely worse to fill out the ballot. The best available are wasted versus nominated when available. They are playing games. Posted by Jim C. on Sunday, 02/22/2026 @ 22:45pm |
Time matters on inductions. You wait too long and 40 years later an artist that should been in is no longer relevant. Hendrix would struggle to get votes right now. Rock is no longer the most popular music. He got in at an appropriate time. Posted by Jim C. on Sunday, 02/22/2026 @ 23:15pm |
I really cannot stand Jim C Posted by knox on Sunday, 02/22/2026 @ 23:32pm |
Here I am waiting for Jim C to eventually say something like: Posted by james on Sunday, 02/22/2026 @ 23:54pm |
I am pretty sure Bryan Adams will be nominated... In 2023, Lenny Kravitz played in iHeartRadio Music Festival, and then he was nominated in 2024. In 2024, The Black Crowes played in iHeartRadio Music Festival. Posted by |
The Monotones Posted by Cardgage on Monday, 02/23/2026 @ 03:13am |
Anyone noticed that rock hall fan vote site changes style again? Posted by |
Also FRL has an unofficial ballot tracker Posted by |
Alec T, Posted by |
Top of the front page Posted by |
Milli Vanilli is never getting inducted. Any credibility they had got lost very quickly following the discovery they really weren't "real". I can maybe see the influence way way way down the road, but if we are into inducting that type of artist, might as well just induct AI for the same reason in the same year. Posted by TheCorriynial on Monday, 02/23/2026 @ 11:48am |
Even if the nominee announcement is a bit late Posted by |
If it follows normal patterns, then the American Idol episode would be on the last Sunday in April. Although 2024's was second to last. So either of those, depending on how long the ballot time would be. If it's shorter than normal, then probably the second to last Sunday. If kept longer, than last Sunday of April. Posted by TheCorriynial on Monday, 02/23/2026 @ 13:58pm |
TheCorriynial, Posted by |
Ah, you're right. But yeah, whatever date it is still probably the second to last Monday or last Monday of April. Unless ABC moves it for some reason again. Posted by TheCorriynial on Monday, 02/23/2026 @ 15:00pm |
I understand it's the Disney/ABC thing but announce it on Good Morning America or something like that Posted by |
For being one of Sykes's goals, I've never understood why American Idol is where they are announced now first. It's almost an annoyance at this point. Why not just do a simple video from within the Rock Hall (which they used to do) that's streamed live (even if recorded) to every available medium at once and or even tease a few early on something like Tiktok, then the full on announcement that can be inserted into any medium? Posted by TheCorriynial on Monday, 02/23/2026 @ 16:42pm |
I blame the Rock Hall for limiting acts to only 5 combined with terrible voting that forced multiple votes on easy choices like David Bowie plus the stupid repeated nomination of Chic 11 times (this denied many opporunities for other acts). This created a mess. They nominate artists way past their sell by date. Posted by Jim C. on Monday, 02/23/2026 @ 18:23pm |
TheCorriynial, Posted by |
Repeated nominations need to end and everyone must select a full ballot. Right now, the voters can afford not to vote on the biggest names as they know they'll likely be back or they have enough votes already so they'll pick more longshot artists. You need to force the voters hands to make a hard choice. Posted by Jim C. on Monday, 02/23/2026 @ 18:51pm |
I want it that way Posted by Knox on Monday, 02/23/2026 @ 19:01pm |
I can't imagine the next two months Posted by Knox on Monday, 02/23/2026 @ 19:05pm |
I believe that everyone who attended the nom com meeting signed a confidentiality agreement. Posted by |
We. Need. The. Nominees. Posted by |
Think we might get more ballot leaks tommorow if it's the announcement of the inductees? Posted by |
I just hope we get Coldplay, I've been waiting for a nomination since 2023. That year when Questlove revealed they were removed from the ballot last minute pissed me off so much. Posted by Gus on Monday, 02/23/2026 @ 21:39pm |
The Rock Hall cover story game might have leaked Coldplay Posted by |
Hey Guys, BREAKING NEWS: Posted by |
Music history? The early classes had a bunch of undeserving Atlantic Records artists because of Ahmet (The Rascals, Buffalo Springfield, etc). Posted by Jim C. on Monday, 02/23/2026 @ 23:05pm |
Yes, Jim C Posted by Knox on Monday, 02/23/2026 @ 23:39pm |
And Backstreet Boys way more influential than Igor Stravinsky, way more influential than Duke Ellington, way more influential than Miles Davis, way more influential than John Coltrane, Posted by Knox on Monday, 02/23/2026 @ 23:45pm |
There was a time when this board was filled with knowledgeable music people who would pass the inevitable dreariness with competent talk and filling histories and informed opinions. Posted by |
As someone who consistently keeps up with the charts. All this Spotify talk is a bit annoying, specially when it comes to acts from the 20th century. Madonna's streaming numbers were considered bad not too long ago and she improved once Warner began to manage her catalogue again. Huge legacy artists are more likely to get better streams, but adding songs to playlists, curating releases carefully, etc. also plays a significant role. Posted by Gus on Tuesday, 02/24/2026 @ 00:34am |
K-Dawg Posted by TheCorriynial on Tuesday, 02/24/2026 @ 06:15am |
Alec T, Posted by GuestG on Tuesday, 02/24/2026 @ 06:31am |
I will admit in some years I have tended to vote more popular acts than influence, but I try my best to vote at least one influence act every year. Last year it was Checker, but he also was one of those why did it take so long acts. The year of Rundgren's induction it was him for being a chameleon act (like Bowie somewhat, but more so like Taylor today where he'd jump around genre on albums) and his earlier work. I'd also argue Peter Frampton was another one of those votes, since almost every guitar player alive at some point either discussed his playing or hearing Frampton Comes Alive got them into it. Joe Crocker vote was also a bit of influence pick, although he was popular plus the Woodstock card. Posted by TheCorriynial on Tuesday, 02/24/2026 @ 06:49am |
By all likeliness Posted by |
INXS Posted by Zevon on Tuesday, 02/24/2026 @ 10:01am |
Zevon Posted by TheCorriynial on Tuesday, 02/24/2026 @ 10:08am |
Out of the possible returning nominees Posted by |
Just a basic wise-ass comment. It looks to me that "Sugar, Sugar" has more Spotify plays than "Purple Haze". Posted by J C Souljah on Tuesday, 02/24/2026 @ 10:16am |
Zevon, Posted by |
Richie, Posted by TheCorriynial on Tuesday, 02/24/2026 @ 10:43am |
Knox -> Jazz is dead. This is a popular music HOF. Posted by Jim C. on Tuesday, 02/24/2026 @ 10:43am |
Jim C Posted by Knox on Tuesday, 02/24/2026 @ 10:58am |
Alec T, I'm definitely buying a Coldplay leak via the covers game. Hasn't every answer been a Rock Hall inductee except Coldplay? I did the first few of those (artists like Prince and Ozzy) and then got really stumped by the more recent ones. Posted by |
The numbers are numbers Posted by Knox on Tuesday, 02/24/2026 @ 11:01am |
Casper, I tend to think two of Oasiw, Carey and Idol return Posted by |
Cherry Picking Some Previously Nominated Artists Who I Now Think Are Super Viable: Posted by |
Officially tomorrow Posted by |
Casper Posted by |
Looking through the previously nominated names, it's readily apparent that the Rock Hall needs to try new blood instead of just repeating the same-old artists. Most of the previously nominated still don't seem viable in 2026. Posted by |
I think very possibly all 3 return to the ballot though if Alicia Keys is an FYE then maybe Mariah will be left off the ballot for a cycle Posted by |
Omar, Posted by |
I think a Metal act was left off last time so they could get Soundgarden in Posted by |
I think Bjork, Pixies, AiC are very likely to struggle Posted by |
Casper Posted by Alec T on Tuesday, 02/24/2026 @ 11:27am |
Regarding Alice in Chains, mathematically you have to figure that the guitar-based inductees (and like minded critics) are going to vote for acts of that ilk no matter what. Clearly, it doesn't mean that they'll get their way and get everybody in but they have to vote for SOMEBODY. Boomers and Silents were clearly very happy to check the box next Checker, Cocker and Bad Company and Soundgarden/Rage got in recently as hard rock guitar acts. Posted by |
I mean not right away Posted by |
I feel RATM benefited from their popularity resurgence, also Tom Morello connection also helps Posted by |
Probably I would put Phil Collins #1 in that list Posted by |
# of tries for similar acts is absolutely meaningless at this point. The Hall is watering down the ballot by inducting 8-10 "Performers" every year via the Performer and side categories. Acts like Soundgarden and Rage had to go up against dozens and dozens of highly viable acts that are no longer on the table. Posted by |
And I would say to be honest, even Lenny Kravitz miss the first time Posted by |
AIC is massive with Gen Z. Yes, they don't get to vote but Dirt has often hit the Billboard 200 because of them and they've turned a non-hit (Nutshell) into arguably the band's biggest song. Meanwhile, AIC continues to sell out major amphitheaters with 8,000-20,000 attendees. Posted by |
What we could get in a single round: Posted by Jim C. on Tuesday, 02/24/2026 @ 12:23pm |
I just received the email confirming noms will be announced at 6:00am tomorrow. Reposting my predictions in light of this announcement. Not changing any of them, because I'm no smarter now than I was when I first posted them. Posted by Michael W. on Tuesday, 02/24/2026 @ 12:47pm |
The Hall's site also says they will be opening a new exhibit spotlighting Paul McCartney & Wings, so that's kinda interesting. Posted by Michael W. on Tuesday, 02/24/2026 @ 12:53pm |
Gut feeling when it comes to New Wave acts we will get INXS/The B52's and either Joy Division/New Order/The Smiths/DEVO Posted by |
Casper, Posted by TheCorriynial on Tuesday, 02/24/2026 @ 13:15pm |
Oasis has to be the most expected returning nominee right? Posted by |
My re-listing of my latest picks for reference: Posted by |
I can 100% see them doing Oasis and Coldplay in the same year to be honest. Tickets would sell really fast and the Hall would fill the gaps for 1990s and 2000s British rock in a single sweep (there was obviously more than just these two bands going on at the time, but I would say they were the major players of their respective decades). Posted by Gus on Tuesday, 02/24/2026 @ 13:35pm |
I saw it on my email too about the 6 am announcement. :) Posted by |
My additional picks: Posted by |
If there is an act that can return to the ballot despite being nominated 3 or more times already it's DEVO Posted by |
My Picks for 2026 nominees: Posted by |
Final prediction for this year: Posted by |
My final predictions before the nominee announcement: Posted by |
Casper, Posted by |
None yet, K-Dawg. But they updated this page and it tells us that the fan vote runs until April 3rd (technically, a minute before April 4th EST) Posted by |
Casper Posted by |
With the fan vote ending on April 3, I think that we'll get the 2026 inductee announcement on Monday, April 6 on that night's episode of American Idol (like the past two years). Posted by |
Well, it been a fun run during the long wait discussing everything from the leak guy to America. So I'll leave my original (and probably very wrong) guesses, then a more accurate one. Posted by TheCorriynial on Tuesday, 02/24/2026 @ 18:21pm |
I looked into the page source information on the Fan Vote page and found some interesting stuff. Posted by |
Whoever said the picture on that fan vote link is a picture of Phil Collins, you're wrong. It's Charlie Watts. Besides from looking EXACTLY like Charlie and nothing like Phil, I reverse-image searched it and that is a Charlie Watts image. Not Phil Posted by |
It's official then. Charlie Watts is on the ballot for his solo career. Posted by |
It's about time! The hall has finally learned how to put a real ballot together Posted by |
Wu-Tang producer Oliver "Power" Grant died. Wu-Tang definitely seems like an eventual nominee although they didn't much of note after the first 4 albums. I think there are quite a few rap artists that should get priority over them (De La Soul, Snoop, Nas, DMX, Kanye (2027), Ice Cube (a double rap inductee?)). Posted by Jim C. on Tuesday, 02/24/2026 @ 18:49pm |
Google search told me this was Taylor Hawkins lol Posted by |
I dug up the logo, y'all Posted by |
Again, pretty sure the voting rank last year was already stable in March probably last year Posted by |
De La soul's Spotify number is greatly boosted by their collaboration song with gorillaz (with 40M+ Spotify numbers), and their other songs number is pretty bad compared with one song Posted by James on Tuesday, 02/24/2026 @ 19:06pm |
Google keeps saying we're not getting the announcement until March. The ticker here says we're getting the announcement tomorrow. Posted by Cardgage on Tuesday, 02/24/2026 @ 19:10pm |
I'm so very glad that this is going to be a very short but sweet Rock Hall season of only 5-5% weeks from February 25-April 3 (with the inductee announcement probably on April 6 during American Idol), because this is going to be the first one without my mom (Sheri Marino) here and I always drive myself crazy during Rock Hall season, so I'm so very glad that this is going to be a very short but sweet Rock Hall season this year. Posted by |
Cardgage, the announcement is definitely tomorrow. The fan vote Terms and Conditions page says it starts on Feb 25 Posted by |
I'm sorry to hear that Richie Posted by |
Alec T, Posted by |
I saw this on a U2 message board and it's probably nonsense. The poster calls themselves "mediaman44"...they decided to bump a thread that hadn't been touched for nine years in late January. On February 14, they write that the nominees have been announced. I imagine the person was just confused by seeing some other ranking online or whatever, but it all feels rather suspicious given the timing and everything. Posted by |
The Strokes are a pretty red flag giveaway imo Posted by GuestG on Tuesday, 02/24/2026 @ 20:11pm |
If Devo is getting nominated again then the ceremony likely is in Cleveland again Posted by |
My one hope is Wings does not get nominated Posted by GuestG on Tuesday, 02/24/2026 @ 20:16pm |
I think this was just some list that I'd read on a news site and the person probably got confused. A Strokes nomination wouldn't shock me at all though given the recent White Stripes induction. They're a modern festival headliner. Posted by |
Casper, Posted by GuestG on Tuesday, 02/24/2026 @ 20:31pm |
De La Soul seems to be heavily favored by critics. Wu-Tang doesn't seem to have any momentum for induction. Maybe, now, they'll get a look. Gorillaz got a new album coming out so interest is strong. Gorillaz is very popular and worth a nomination at some point. Posted by Jim C. on Tuesday, 02/24/2026 @ 20:41pm |
Yeah, the idea that a Strokes nomination isn't that far out. We finally come a long way where they went from "They're the next big thing" to "Hyped up nepo babies" to now where the consensus is "They're actually pretty great". Posted by |
John R.C., Posted by |
Storkes getting in before Joy Division would be criminal Posted by |
Honestly, while they're not y top priorities, I now want to see The Strokes nominated (or even inducted) just to spite Richie and his so called "source". Posted by Lilly C. on Tuesday, 02/24/2026 @ 22:13pm |
That's not very nice Posted by Mason on Tuesday, 02/24/2026 @ 22:51pm |
Most Votes on Future Rock Legends Posted by |
Based on the most recent available information, the 2026 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominees have not yet been announced, as the 2025 class nominees were announced around February 12, 2025, with inductees revealed later in April. Fan voting for the 2025 class began February 20, 2025, and concluded in April 2025. Posted by Cardgage on Tuesday, 02/24/2026 @ 22:58pm |
Six hours out, here are my predictions: Posted by |
2026 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Nominees & Analysis Posted by |
Too many artists that overlap on their article list. Bryan Adams, Billy Idol and Phil Collins...seems odd. Phish and Liz Phair at the same time? I don't see it. Posted by |
FRL already knows nominees Posted by |
Luther Vandross Posted by |
LAURYN HILL SOLO!!!!! LETS GO!!! Posted by Naz P on Wednesday, 02/25/2026 @ 05:03am |
Forgot about Phil Collins Posted by |
since the rock hall announced class of 2026 nominees, its was disappointing that diana ross was not nominated yet even she is mostly want to be nominate and inducted this year, but im okay that mariah carey, luther vandross, sade, lauryn hill was nominated it was suprised that new edition was nominated also, well i already voted just minutes ago, but then congrats to the class of 2026 nominees. Posted by |
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