As they say, music makes the world go round. Which makes the 2026 list of inductees to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame an interesting one. It features a cross-section of artists who have reshaped not only the music industry but also their respective genres over the course of their career. From '80s music icons to music acts experiencing a career resurgence thanks to a rediscovery by Gen Z fans. The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame will hold its formal induction ceremony on November 14 at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.

Musicians become eligible for the consideration 25 years after the release of their first commercial recording, and are considered across four major categories. The Performer category is given to those whose work shaped the course of rock and roll, while Musical Influence is awarded to those whose musical style and work have inspired cultural change. Inductees chosen for Musical Excellence are comprised of writers, producers, and sessionists. Lastly, the Ahmet Ertegun Award, named after Hall of Fame co-founder Ahmet Ertegun, is an industry award for those who have impacted the business side of the industry. A total of 18 musicians were selected for this year's list via voting by a panel of 1,200 panelists of industry professionals and artists.

Leading the Performer category is acclaimed singer / songwriter Phil Collins, with a body of work that spans five decades. This is his second time to be honored as his band Genesis was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2010. Joining him in the list is the legendary British rock band with a rebellious streak, Oasis, who is riding the success of last year's sold out reunion concert tour. One of the most recognizable voices of the '80s, Sade has become a recent favorite by Gen Z listeners, and her songs figured prominently in the FX limited series Love Story: JFK, Jr. and Carolyn Bessette. Other honorees on the list are Joy Division / New Order, Billy Idol, Iron Maiden, Luther Vandross, and HipHop icons Wu-Tang Clan.

Artists recognized for their Musical Influence, and how they have influenced the industry with their work, especially in the spaces of HipHop, Afro-Cuban, and Latin Music. Queen Latifah has crossed over from being a successful HipHop artist to an award-winning TV and film actress. Celia Cruz's work shaped the Afro-Cuban genre. Fela Kuti, MC Lyte, and Gram Parsons are also being honored in the category.