News: Jay-Z, LL Cool J & More Nominated For Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation have announced the nominees for the 2021 Induction. To be eligible, an artist needs to have recorded a commercial track at least 25 years ago. Jay-Z, Mary J. Blige, Fela Kuti and Dionne Warwick are all on the 2021 ballot for the first time. Chaka Khan is up for a nomination making it her third time in the running. Tina Turner and Carole King are both nominated and if selected, will become the second and third female artists inducted twice. Take a look at the full list of nominees below.
2021 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation Nominees:
- Mary J. Blige
- Kate Bush
- Devo
- Foo Fighters
- The Go-Go’s
- Iron Maiden
- JAY-Z
- Chaka Khan
- Carole King
- Fela Kuti
- LL Cool J
- New York Dolls
- Rage Against the Machine
- Todd Rundgren
- Tina Turner
- Dionne Warwick
“This remarkable ballot reflects the diversity and depth of the artists and music the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame celebrates. These Nominees have left an indelible impact on the sonic landscape of the world and influenced countless artists that have followed them.” -John Sykes, Chairman, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation
The votes are determined by an international voting body of more than 1,000 artists, historians along with members of the music industry. Fans are also encouraged to vote and can do so each day by visiting Vote.Rockhall.com. Inductees will be announced in May 2021 and The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2021 Induction Ceremony will take place in Cleveland, Ohio this Fall. Details and ticket on-sale information will be announced later.
Various Rock Hall donors and members get will get exclusive Induction ticket opportunities. Donate or join by Monday, May 31, 2021 to be eligible. Visit rockhall.com/support to learn more.
Follow the Rock Hall on Facebook (@rockandrollhalloffame), Twitter and Instagram (@rockhall) and join the conversation at #RockHall2021. Visit the Rock Hall to cast your vote in person. The Museum is open daily with advance tickets required and available at rockhall.com.
We made sure to cast our vote and you could only vote for your top 5. Take a look at who we chose below. LL Cool J, Jay-Z, Mary J. Blige, Chaka Khan and Tina Turner with Dionne Warwick getting our honorable mention!
