Hall of Fame Reasons

Silky-smooth purveyors of '70s soul have been nominated four times.

Another candidate with Dolly Parton's canny blend of crossover fame and frisky rebelliousness.

Their shared history was formed in a crucible of loss after Ian Curtis' suicide.

'She's So Unusual' made her a star, but her influence goes way deeper than that 1983 classic.

Nomination for the duo came sooner than expected, but they're certainly worthy.

From being Michael Jackson's backing singer to a nine-time Grammy winner, singer-songwriter has proven her status as a rock 'n' roll star.

After nearly three decades of eligibility, the late singer-songwriter earned his first nomination in 2023.

All the nominees are deserving, but they can't all get in this year.

They've dominated the fan-ballot voting. But that's not the only reason this group should get in.

The singer was a pioneer for female artists and a powerhouse hitmaker.

They're influential, artsy and one of the most visual bands on the planet. Why haven't they been inducted yet?

Journey have been eligible for induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame since 2000, but didn't earn their first nomination until 2016.