The highly anticipated announcement of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame class of 2025 will be made live during the April 27 episode of American Idol, a show known for showcasing iconic talent in the music industry.
This year’s nominees for induction feature an impressive lineup, including legendary acts such as Bad Company, The Black Crowes, Joe Cocker, Billy Idol, Chubby Checker, the vibrant Mexican pop-rock band Mana, the innovative hip-hop duo OutKast, and the eclectic jam band Phish. Notably, this marks the first-time nominations for these artists, alongside returning favorites like Mariah Carey, Oasis, Joy Division / New Order, Cyndi Lauper, The White Stripes, and Soundgarden.
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The fan voting for the Rock Hall has concluded as of last night, with results revealing an exciting competition. By 10 PM ET, the beloved jam-rock band Phish had maintained a commanding lead in the race for induction, surpassing their closest rivals, Bad Company, by an impressive margin of nearly 50,000 votes. Following closely behind in third place was Billy Idol, with Cyndi Lauper, Joe Cocker, Soundgarden, and the renowned Chubby Checker, known for his classic hit “The Twist,” completing the leaderboard.
You can view the complete tally of fan votes from last night below, showcasing the high engagement and enthusiasm from music fans.
This year, more than two and a half million fan votes were cast, and these votes will be compiled into a single ballot. This ballot will be combined with those from an esteemed panel of 1,200 artists, historians, and music industry professionals, who will together determine the inductees into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
The much-anticipated Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony is scheduled to take place in Los Angeles during the fall season. Stay tuned for exact dates and ticket sale information, which will be released shortly.
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