Cher inducted into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame after expressing disappointment over previous nominations
Foreigner, known for hits like 'I Want to Know What Love Is' and 'Cold as Ice', inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Mary J. Blige's powerful voice and soulful sound earn her a place in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with eight multi-platinum albums and nine Grammy Awards
Ozzy Osbourne to be honored as a solo artist in addition to his Black Sabbath induction
In October 2024, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame will welcome a diverse group of inductees who have each made significant contributions to music history. Among them are pop icon Cher, heavy metal legend Ozzy Osbourne, R&B superstar Mary J. Blige, and the legendary bands Foreigner and A Tribe Called Quest.
Cher's induction comes after she publicly expressed her disappointment at not being nominated in previous years. With a career spanning over seven decades and numerous chart-topping hits, Cher's inclusion is well-deserved.
Ozzy Osbourne, who was previously inducted as part of Black Sabbath in 2006, will be honored once again as a solo artist. His impact on heavy metal music and popular culture cannot be overstated.
Mary J. Blige's powerful voice and soulful sound have influenced generations of artists. Her eight multi-platinum albums and nine Grammy Awards are a testament to her enduring legacy in R&B music.
Cher, Mary J. Blige, Dave Matthews Band, Foreigner, Peter Frampton, Kool & The Gang and A Tribe Called Quest will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in October.
Jimmy Buffett, MC5 and Dionne Warwick will receive Musical Excellence Awards.
The announcement was made on American Idol by Ryan Seacrest and Lionel Richie.
Ozzy Osbourne was previously inducted as a member of Black Sabbath in 2006 but is now being inducted as a solo artist.
The ceremony will take place at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse and will be streamed live on Disney+ and available to stream the next day on Hulu. There will also be a special airing on ABC at a later date.
Cher's induction comes after she publicly rebuked the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame last year for never nominating her.
Four out of the eight inductees in the Performer category were on the ballot for the first time, including Cher, Foreigner, Kool & the Gang, and Frampton.
Foreigner and Frampton were also inducted on their first nomination.
Dave Matthews Band, A Tribe Called Quest, Foreigner and Kool & the Gang will officially join the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in a ceremony on Oct. 19 at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse in Cleveland.
Ozzy Osbourne was previously inducted as part of Black Sabbath in 2006, but was inducted as a solo act this year.