From the sneer of Billy Idol to the smooth sashaying of Sade, the 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees amplify the institution’s commitment to recognizing a diverse slate.

Billy Idol, Jeff Buckley, Sade, P!NK, Lauryn Hill, Oasis and Wu-Tang Clan are among the diverse batch of 17 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees announced today.

Phil Collins performs at Palacio de los Deportes in Mexico City on March 9, 2018, left, Lauryn Hill performs during the draw for the 2026 soccer World Cup in Washington on Dec. 5, 2025, center, and Sh...