Iron Maiden, Billy Idol & The Black Crowes Among 2026 Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Nominees

The nominees have been revealed for the 2026 class of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and once again, British heavy metal icons Iron Maiden are on the ballot.

Despite multiple nominations over the years, Iron Maiden have yet to be inducted — a point of frustration among fans and even within the band itself. In 2018, frontman Bruce Dickinson publicly criticized the Rock Hall, stating:

“I actually think the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame is an utter, complete load of bollocks to be honest with you.

It’s run by a bunch of sanctimonious bloody Americans who wouldn’t know rock’n’roll if it hit them in the face. They need to stop taking Prozac and start drinking fucking beer!”

Other notable nominees this year include Billy Idol and The Black Crowes, alongside a diverse list of artists spanning rock, pop, hip-hop, and R&B.

Full 2026 Nominee List:

• The Black Crowes
• Jeff Buckley
• Mariah Carey
• Phil Collins
• Melissa Etheridge
• Lauryn Hill
• Billy Idol
• INXS
• Iron Maiden
• Joy Division/New Order
• New Edition
• Oasis
• Pink
• Sade
• Shakira
• Luther Vandross
• Wu-Tang Clan

Fan voting is currently underway via vote.rockhall.com. The 2026 inductees will be announced in April, with the official ceremony scheduled for later this year.

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