Bad Company, Billy Idol, Soundgarden and more announced as Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominees

Bad Company, Billy Idol, and Soundgarden are among this year's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominees.

To qualify, artists must have released their first commercial recording at least 25 years prior. Bad Company and The Black Crowes make their first appearance on the list, while Soundgarden returns after being previously nominated in 2023.

The full list of nominees are as follows:

Bad Company
Billy Idol
The Black Crowes
Cubby Checker
Cyndi Lauper
Joe Cocker
Joy Division/New Order
Maná
Mariah Carey
Oasis
Outkast
Phish
Soundgarden
The White Stripes