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# Rock Hall 2025 Inductees Full List: Cocker, Lauper,  OutKast
- URL: https://www.hypebot.com/rock-hall-2025-inductees/
- Published: 2025-04-28T12:35:00.000Z
- Updated: 2025-04-28T13:31:00.000Z
- Description: The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its Class of 2025, celebrating a diverse group of inductees that span genres and eras, reflecting the evolving nature of rock and its cultural impact.
- Author: Bruce Houghton
- Tags: Conventions & Awards, Music Business, #wp, #wp-post, #Import 2026-01-21 11:15

​The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its Class of 2025, celebrating a diverse group of inductees that span genres and eras, reflecting the evolving nature of rock and its cultural impact.

The [Rock Hall](https://www.hypebot.com/do-we-really-need-the-rock-and-roll-hall-of-fame/) 2205 inductees will get their awards on November 8, 2025, at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. The event will be streamed live on Disney+, with subsequent airings on ABC and Hulu. ​

See the Rock Hall 2025 inductees full list below.

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## Rock Hall Inductees 2025 Full List

### Performer Category

These artists have been recognized for their outstanding musical achievements and influence:

- **Bad Company** – The British rock supergroup known for hits like “Feel Like Makin’ Love” and “Can’t Get Enough.”
- **Chubby Checker** – Pioneer of the dance craze with “The Twist,” finally honored after decades of eligibility.
- **Joe Cocker** – Celebrated for his soulful voice and iconic performances, including his rendition of “With a Little Help from My Friends.”
- **Cyndi Lauper** – Pop icon whose vibrant style and empowering anthems like “Girls Just Want to Have Fun” left a lasting mark on the 1980s.
- **OutKast** – The Atlanta-based duo that revolutionized hip-hop with their eclectic sound and albums like “Speakerboxxx/The Love Below.”
- **Soundgarden** – Grunge trailblazers from Seattle, known for their heavy riffs and the powerful vocals of the late Chris Cornell.
- **The White Stripes** – Garage rock revivalists who brought raw energy to the 2000s with hits like “Seven Nation Army.”

### Musical Influence Award

This award honors artists whose work has significantly influenced the evolution of rock music:​

- **Salt-N-Pepa** – Trailblazing female rap group known for empowering hits like “Push It” and “Shoop.”
- **Warren Zevon** – Singer-songwriter celebrated for his sharp wit and songs like “Werewolves of London.”​

### Musical Excellence Award

Recognizing musicians and producers whose originality and influence have had a dramatic impact on music:​

- **Thom Bell** – Architect of the Philadelphia soul sound, producing classics for The Stylistics and The Spinners.
- **Nicky Hopkins** – Renowned session pianist who contributed to recordings by The Rolling Stones, The Who, and The Beatles.
- **Carol Kaye** – Prolific bassist and member of the Wrecking Crew, playing on numerous hits across genres.​

### Ahmet Ertegun Award

This award honors non-performing industry professionals who have had a major influence on the creative development and growth of rock & roll:​

- **Lenny Waronker** – Influential producer and executive known for his work with artists like Randy Newman and his leadership at Warner Bros. Records.​

#### **MORE: [Do we really need The Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame?](https://www.hypebot.com/do-we-really-need-the-rock-and-roll-hall-of-fame/)**

*Bruce Houghton*