Hall of Fame Reasons

Another candidate with Dolly Parton's canny blend of crossover fame and frisky rebelliousness.

'She's So Unusual' made her a star, but her influence goes way deeper than that 1983 classic.

From being Michael Jackson's backing singer to a nine-time Grammy winner, singer-songwriter has proven her status as a rock 'n' roll star.

After nearly three decades of eligibility, the late singer-songwriter earned his first nomination in 2023.

Their true legacy lies not in the singles, or even the distinctive videos, but in their tireless search for the new.

It's time the metal legends assume their rightful place.

Few rock bands of the past 30 years have had as much success, influence and cultural cachet.

They're not going to show up, but they deserve the accolade anyway.

All the nominees are deserving, but they can't all get in this year.

They've had huge hits and health issues, breakups and hiccups, and seemingly countless comings and goings, then reunion and triumph.

The Seattle grunge band helped define a sound in the '90s.

Each artist nominated for next year's class deserves induction.