Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 2025 Nominees:
Who’s In, Who’s Fuming, and Who Got Snubbed Again 🙃
It’s that time of year again, butt – when the music world throws on its fanciest leather jacket and argues about who deserves a spot in the hallowed halls of rock ‘n’ roll glory… and who got mugged off once again. The 2025 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Nominees have been announced, and oof, it’s a spicy lineup!
Whether you’re screaming “YESS MUN!” or “I was TAMPING!” – here’s the full breakdown of the artists and bands up for induction, plus our cheeky take on each 🤘
🎤 2025 Nominee List (In Noisy Alphabetical Order):
🖤 Oasis
About bloody time! The Gallaghers’ legacy is undeniable – from Manchester’s rain-soaked streets to Knebworth-sized chaos. Will they reunite if they get in? Don’t hold your breath, butt.
Riff Report Reaction: “Shove ‘em in already, Hall of Fame! They made a whole generation believe in the power of parkas and petty sibling drama.”
🔥 Ozzy Osbourne (Solo)
Already in with Sabbath, but The Prince of Darkness’ solo career? Bats, blizzards and bangers. From Crazy Train to No More Tears, Ozzy deserves his second crown.
Riff Reaction: “Two rings for the Madman, please. Diolch.”
🎧 Daft Punk
Yes, they wear robot helmets. No, they’re not traditional rockers. But the Hall’s always been eclectic, and Random Access Memories was a cultural reset.
Riff Verdict: “We’ll allow it. But only if they show up and actually speak.”
🐍 Whitesnake
Get the hairspray and white denim ready! Coverdale and co. are still slithering through arenas with sexy solos and 80s power ballad perfection.
Riff Reaction: “Gimme all your love tonight AND a bloody induction.”
👑 Mariah Carey
Yes, that Mariah. The whistle notes. The Christmas domination. The diva of divas. While she’s more pop and R&B, her influence can’t be denied.
Riff Response: “Alright, fine. But only if she shares a green room with Dave Mustaine.”
💃 Cyndi Lauper
Girls Just Wanna Have Fun is a rock anthem in platform heels. Lauper’s style, voice and legacy? Legend status unlocked.
Riff Reaction: “We’ll drink to that. Tidy.”
💿 Sinead O’Connor
An emotional one 💔. Sinead’s legacy has grown posthumously, and rightly so. Fearless, powerful, and never afraid to ruffle feathers.
Riff Verdict: “Proper job. Make it happen.”
🎸Lenny Kravitz
He wants to get away, and we say LET HIM – to Cleveland. Funky, filthy riffs and timeless cool.
Riff Take: “Yes, and send us his scarf collection too.”
💥 Jane’s Addiction
Alt-rock pioneers who literally helped invent Lollapalooza. Perry Farrell deserves his flowers (and possibly some CBD).
Riff Report Rant: “These weirdos helped shape 90s chaos. Let ‘em in!”
🖕 Snoop Dogg
You read that right. Uncle Snoop is nominated. Why? Because rock ‘n’ roll isn’t just guitars – it’s attitude. And this dude’s got more attitude than a Welsh mam with no milk for her tea.
Riff Reaction: “C’mon then, dogg. But only if he brings Martha Stewart.”
🧼 First-Time Nominees
- Daft Punk
- Oasis
- Snoop Dogg
- Whitesnake
- Cyndi Lauper
🧓 Returning Nominees
- Jane’s Addiction (snubbed before, shocker)
- Mariah Carey
- Ozzy (solo)
- Lenny Kravitz
😤 SNUBBED AGAIN?!
Still no Iron Maiden, Soundgarden, or The Smashing Pumpkins?!?
What’s occurring, Hall of Fame? Where’s the love for riffs and eyeliner??
🗳️ Fan Vote Mayhem
The public vote is open – and you KNOW the Gallagher cult will turn up in droves. Expect keyboard warfare between Mariah stans, metalheads, and French robots fans.
🖱️ Vote now or forever hold your moan: rockhall.com
🎟️ Induction Ceremony 2025
📍 Cleveland, Ohio
📅 Autumn 2025
📺 Likely aired on HBO / streaming on Disney+ or Netflix.
Expect:
- Tribute performances
- Surprise reunions
- One artist crying onstage
- Someone swearing during a live mic
🤘 The Riff Report Final Verdict:
This year’s nominees are a bit of a wild stew – one part rock royalty, one part pop glitter bomb, one part robot funk.
But we’ll say this:
🎤 If Ozzy doesn’t make it, we riot
🎧 If Oasis reunite, we faint
🎄 If Mariah wins, we’ll be hearing about it till Christmas 2099
💬 Who Do YOU Want In?
Sound off in the comments, butt! Are you backing Britpop? Rooting for robot disco? Praying for a live Snoop jam with Whitesnake?
👇 Drop your takes faster than a Mariah whistle note.
And don’t forget to vote, yell, and rage responsibly.
🎸 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 2025 – Let the Chaos Begin!
🏴☠️ Written with glitter, leather, and a stack of old Kerrang! mags
📍 The Riff Report Blog
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