Who is nominated for the 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame? : NPR
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Key Points:
- The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announced the 2026 shortlist of 17 nominees, including a 1990s pop diva, heavy metal pioneers, and a legendary R&B singer-producer, with official inductees to be revealed in April.
- Notable nominees include Mariah Carey (third consecutive nomination), Phil Collins (nominated as a solo artist after induction with Genesis), and Lauryn Hill (first-time nominee and influential hip-hop artist).
- The shortlist features a diverse range of artists and bands such as Iron Maiden, Joy Division/New Order, Oasis, P!NK (first-time nominee and most recently eligible), and Shakira (first-time nominee following her recent comeback).
- Several nominees are first-time contenders,
