Oasis, Sade, Iron Maiden and Wu-Tang Clan in the same class? The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's Class of 2026 is one of its most varied ever, and the induction ceremony is now just over three weeks away.
The ceremony at a glance
Event: 41st Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
Date: Saturday, 14 November 2026
Venue: Peacock Theater, Los Angeles
TV and streaming: an edited broadcast on ABC and Disney+ in December
Next year: the ceremony returns to Cleveland in 2027
The Class of 2026: full list
Performer category
1. Oasis
2. Phil Collins
3. Sade
4. Iron Maiden
5. Wu-Tang Clan
6. Luther Vandross
7. Joy Division / New Order
8. Billy Idol and Steve Stevens
Early Influence Award
1. Celia Cruz
2. Fela Kuti
3. Queen Latifah
4. MC Lyte
5. Gram Parsons
Musical Excellence Award
1. Rick Rubin
2. Arif Mardin
3. Jimmy Miller
4. Linda Creed
Ahmet Ertegun Award
1. Ed Sullivan
The big stories
Oasis get their moment. The Gallagher brothers' reunion was the live-music story of 2025, and their induction caps a remarkable comeback for the band behind Wonderwall and Don't Look Back in Anger. Fans everywhere are asking the same question: will Liam and Noel both be on stage?
Hip-hop keeps rising. Wu-Tang Clan, Queen Latifah and MC Lyte join the class, a sign of how firmly hip-hop now sits within the Rock Hall's idea of rock and roll.
Global pioneers honoured. Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti and the Queen of Salsa, Celia Cruz, are recognised for their early influence on music worldwide.
The producers behind the sound. Rick Rubin, whose credits run from Run-DMC and the Beastie Boys to Johnny Cash and Adele, leads the Musical Excellence honourees alongside the legendary Arif Mardin.
Who is performing?
Billy Idol has confirmed he will perform with his band and longtime guitarist Steve Stevens. Other performers and presenters have not yet been announced. Tribute performances for artists such as Luther Vandross and Phil Collins are traditionally among the highlights of the night, so expect more names soon.
How to watch from India and around the world
The ceremony itself is a live event in Los Angeles. An edited broadcast will air in December on ABC and stream on Disney+. Streaming availability varies by country, so viewers outside the US should check their local Disney+ or partner service closer to the date. Highlights and performance clips usually appear on the Rock Hall's official YouTube channel soon after.
Why Indian music fans should care
The Rock Hall class reflects how global popular music has become. Fela Kuti's Afrobeat paved the way for today's Afrobeats boom, which is now reaching India with artists like Burna Boy. Read about his India debut at https://mediamarvels.in/blog/rolling-loud-india-2026-lineup-burna-boy-metro-boomin. And Rick Rubin's stripped-back production style still shapes how artists record today.
Rock Hall 2026: FAQs
When is the 2026 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction?
Saturday, 14 November 2026.
Where is the ceremony being held?
At the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.
Who is being inducted in 2026?
Oasis, Phil Collins, Sade, Iron Maiden, Wu-Tang Clan, Luther Vandross, Joy Division / New Order, and Billy Idol with Steve Stevens, plus special award honourees including Fela Kuti, Celia Cruz, Queen Latifah, MC Lyte and Rick Rubin.
How can I watch the Rock Hall 2026 ceremony?
An edited broadcast airs on ABC and Disney+ in December. Check local availability outside the US.
Where will the 2027 ceremony be held?
In Cleveland, the Rock Hall's home city.
More big global music dates: https://mediamarvels.in/blog/music-festivals-2027-dates-worldwide
Image: The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum in Cleveland. Photo via Wikimedia Commons, used under its free licence.
