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Overview
- The Rock Hall, which announced the 2026 class Monday during a live American Idol episode hosted by Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo, highlighted a broad mix of genres.
- Performer inductees include Phil Collins, Iron Maiden, Oasis, Joy Division/New Order, Billy Idol, Sade, Luther Vandross and Wu‑Tang Clan, with Collins earning his first solo nod and Iron Maiden recognized after repeated nominations.
- The induction ceremony is set for November 14, 2026 at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, with broadcast details to come.
- Specialty honors include Early Influence awards for Celia Cruz, Fela Kuti, Queen Latifah, MC Lyte and Gram Parsons, Musical Excellence awards for Linda Creed, Arif Mardin, Jimmy Miller and Rick Rubin, and the Ahmet Ertegun award for Ed Sullivan.
- Liam Gallagher thanked voters on X and called the honor “a real honour,” while Iron Maiden’s manager Rod Smallwood issued a statement of gratitude to the Hall.