Mariah Carey, OutKast Among 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Nominees

The 2025 nominees for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame include notable artists such as Mariah Carey, Cyndi Lauper, OutKast, and Chubby Checker, among others. The list features 14 nominees, with eight being first-time candidates, including Bad Company, the Black Crowes, and Phish. The Hall emphasized the significant cultural impact of nominees like Carey, who boasts 19 No. 1 hits, and Checker, known for the iconic 'The Twist.' The inductees will be announced in late April, and the induction ceremony is set for this fall in Los Angeles. Voting will involve over 1,200 industry professionals who will assess the nominees based on their influence and longevity in music. The selection process highlights the evolving nature of rock music and its diverse representatives from various genres.