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2025 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Nominees Announced

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is set to reveal its 2025 inductees in late April, and fans are invited to weigh in on their preferred candidates. Below is a list of finalists, along with some details about each one, as well as a poll to vote for your favorite seven from the 14 nominees.

Finalist Details

Bad Company
This iconic band has been eligible since 2000 and makes its debut on the ballot this year. Nominees include Boz Burrell, Simon Kirke, Mick Ralphs, and Paul Rodgers, with hit songs such as “Can’t Get Enough,” “Feel Like Makin’ Love,” and “Shooting Star.”

The Black Crowes
Also in contention for the first time, The Black Crowes have been eligible since 2016. Nominees consist of Jeff Cease, Johnny Colt, Marc Ford, Steve Gorman, Eddie Harsch, Chris Robinson, and Rich Robinson. Their noteworthy tracks include “Hard to Handle,” “She Talks to Angels,” and “Jealous Again.”

Mariah Carey
A household name in pop music, Mariah Carey is eligible since 2016 and appears on the ballot for a second time. Her legendary songs include “Vision of Love,” “Emotions,” and “Hero.”

Chubby Checker
Making his first appearance on the ballot, Chubby Checker has been eligible since 1986. He is best known for infectious tunes like “The Twist,” “Limbo Rock,” and “Let’s Twist Again.”

Joe Cocker
Another first-time nominee, Joe Cocker has been eligible since 1994. His classic tracks include “With a Little Help from My Friends,” “Feeling Alright,” and “You Are So Beautiful.”

Billy Idol
Eligible since 2007 and featuring for the first time, Billy Idol’s nominees are Billy Idol and Steve Stevens. He is famous for songs such as “Dancing with Myself,” “Rebel Yell,” and “Eyes Without a Face.”

Joy Division/New Order
With eligibility since 2004, nominees include Ian Curtis, Bernard Sumner, Peter Hook, Stephen Morris, and Gillian Gilbert. The group’s influential tracks include “Love Will Tear Us Apart,” “Bizarre Love Triangle,” and “Blue Monday.”

Cyndi Lauper
Cyndi Lauper is back on the ballot for a second time after first being eligible in 2009. She is renowned for hits like “Time After Time,” “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun,” and “True Colors.”

Maná
This Latin rock staple has been eligible since 2013 and appears on the ballot for the first time. Key nominees are Juan Calleros, Alex González, Fher Olvera, and Sergio Vallín, known for songs like “Rayando el Sol,” “Te Lloré un Río,” and “Vivir Sin Aire.”

Oasis
Oasis has been eligible since 2020 and is on the ballot for a second time. Nominees include Gem Archer, Paul Arthurs, Andy Bell, Liam Gallagher, Noel Gallagher, Tony McCarroll, and Paul McGuigan. Their anthems include “Wonderwall,” “Supersonic,” and “Don’t Look Back in Anger.”

OutKast
This dynamic duo has been eligible since 2019, marking their first appearance on the ballot. Nominees are André 3000 and Big Boi, with hits like “Hey Ya!,” “B.O.B.,” and “Ms. Jackson.”

Phish
Phish is making its first ballot appearance despite being eligible since 2014. Nominees include Trey Anastasio, Jon Fishman, Mike Gordon, and Page McConnell, with notable albums such as “Junta,” “A Picture of Nectar,” and “Rift.”

Soundgarden
Eligible since 2012, this band is back on the ballot for the third time. Nominees include Matt Cameron, Chris Cornell, Ben Shepherd, Kim Thayil, and Hiro Yamamoto, recognized for songs like “Black Hole Sun,” “Outshined,” and “Spoonman.”

The White Stripes
Eligible since 2023, The White Stripes return for their second time on the ballot. Nominees are Jack White and Meg White, known for classic tracks like “Seven Nation Army,” “Fell in Love With a Girl,” and “We’re Going to Be Friends.”

Recap of the 2024 Inductees

Looking back, the 2024 induction class included a mix of performers and influencers, such as:

• Mary J. Blige (performer)
• Jimmy Buffett (musical excellence)
• Cher (performer)
• Dave Matthews Band (performer)
• Foreigner (performer)
• Peter Frampton (performer)
• Kool & the Gang (performer)
• Alexis Korner (musical influence)
• John Mayall (musical influence)
• MC5 (musical excellence)
• Ozzy Osbourne (performer)
• Susanne de Passe (non-performer)
• Big Mama Thornton (musical influence)
• A Tribe Called Quest (performer)
• Dionne Warwick (musical excellence)
• Norman Whitfield (musical excellence)

As fans anticipate the upcoming announcements, the excitement surrounding this year’s finalists and the Hall of Fame’s celebration of musical legends continues to build.

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