Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2026 names inductees across multiple genres.

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame revealed its 2026 class during American Idol, naming performers including Phil Collins, Iron Maiden, Oasis, Sade, Joy Division/New Order, Wu-Tang Clan and the late Luther Vandross; the induction is scheduled for November 14 at Peacock Theater in Los Angeles with a televised presentation in December.

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announced its 2026 class of inductees during Monday night's airing of American Idol. The selection spans hip-hop, heavy metal, Britpop and soul. Performer inductees include Phil Collins, Iron Maiden, Billy Idol, Oasis, Sade, Joy Division/New Order, Wu-Tang Clan and the late Luther Vandross. Nominees are eligible after 25 years from their first commercial recording and were voted on by more than 1,200 artists, historians and industry professionals. Key details: - Performer inductees named for 2026 include Phil Collins (also a Genesis member), Iron Maiden, Billy Idol, Oasis, Sade, Joy Division/New Order, Wu-Tang Clan and the late Luther Vandross. - Phil Collins was elected in his first year on the solo ballot; he is already in the hall as a member of Genesis. - The Wu-Tang Clan's inclusion was noted for its role in hip-hop since the group’s 1993 debut "Enter the Wu-Tang." Luther Vandross, who died in 2005, sold more than 25 million albums. - Special committee honors include early influence awards for Queen Latifah, Celia Cruz, Fela Kuti, MC Lyte and Gram Parsons; musical excellence awards for Linda Creed, Arif Mardin, Jimmy Miller and Rick Rubin; and the Ahmet Ertegun Non-Performer Award to Ed Sullivan. - Notable nominees who were not elected for 2026 included Mariah Carey, Lauryn Hill, INXS, Melissa Etheridge, Jeff Buckley, Pink, New Edition and Shakira. - The induction ceremony is scheduled for November 14 at Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, with a television presentation airing in December on ABC and Disney+. The 2027 ceremony will return to Cleveland. Summary: The 2026 class brings together artists from multiple genres and eras, reflecting a range of musical influences and scenes. The formal induction is set for November 14 in Los Angeles, followed by a televised presentation in December, and the 2027 ceremony will return to the hall’s base in Cleveland.