Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Announces 2025 Nominees

The list includes 14 artists, with notable nominees like Mariah Carey, Outkast, and Cyndi Lauper, but raises concerns over limited diversity.

The 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees include 14 acts, such as Mariah Carey, Outkast, Cyndi Lauper, and Oasis, with four artists of color and only two women as primary nominees.
This year's nominees feature eight first-time candidates, including Bad Company, Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker, Billy Idol, Maná, and Phish, alongside returning names like Soundgarden and The White Stripes.
Maná, a Mexican rock band and the first primarily Spanish-language nominee, stands out as a surprise entry, highlighting their influence in the Latin music world.
The Hall's selection process involves over 1,200 voters, including artists, historians, and industry professionals, with inductees to be announced in April and a ceremony planned for the fall in Los Angeles.
Critics have pointed out the lack of gender and racial diversity in the nominations, sparking discussions about representation and inclusion in the Hall's selection criteria.