Outkast and Cyndi Lauper gain Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction
- This year's induction class includes Outkast, Chubby Checker, and Cyndi Lauper among others.
- Several notable artists like Oasis and Mariah Carey were not inducted.
- The induction highlights ongoing discussions around the Hall's voting process and artist representation.
In a historic event taking place in Los Angeles on 8 November, Outkast, Cyndi Lauper, and Chubby Checker were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. The Hall recognized the profound impact these artists have had on the music industry and culture. The selection was determined by over 1,200 voters, including music industry professionals and historians, who evaluated artists based on innovation, impact, and career longevity. This year's induction class also includes other notable names like Joe Cocker, Bad Company, Soundgarden, and The White Stripes, while several prominent artists, including Oasis, Mariah Carey, and New Order, were overlooked this time. The Hall's chairman emphasized the influence the inductees have had on Rock & Roll's evolution and their unique contributions to the genre. The ceremony is set to be streamed live on Disney+, allowing fans worldwide to celebrate these significant moments in music history. However, the ongoing debate regarding the Rock Hall's admission process persists, alongside concerns about the representation of female artists, highlighted by Cyndi Lauper's previous exclusion from nominations.