The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame unveiled its long-awaited list of 14 musical nominees, a mix of icons and pioneers.
Among the artists on the ballot are Joy Division and OutKast. Each nominee stands at the crossroads of recognition. Eight of the 14 artists are first-timers to the nomination process, according to CBS News.
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, founded in 1983 by influential figures in the music industry, according to Britannica, stands as a testament to rock’s enduring legacy.
Situated in Cleveland, Ohio, the museum houses the Hall of Fame, where legends are immortalized. To be eligible for nomination, an artist must wait 25 years after their first recording, according to Brittanica.
Every year, 500 rock experts cast their votes, determining who earns the privilege of joining the ranks of music history.
This is Mariah Carey’s second time being nominated. She wrote on Instagram, “I’m so grateful to be nominated for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame once again! It’s always an incredible honor to be recognized alongside so many legendary artists I admire.”
The 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class will be announced in April, a moment that will forever go down in rock’s evolving history.
In April, the announcement will include “which artists are inducted as performers and which names are entering the Rock Hall in the musical influence or musical excellence categories,” according to Billboard.
The 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame ceremony will be held in Los Angeles this fall, per Billboard.