Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

Nile Rodgers Electric Guitar, 1980 | Nile Rodgers played this guitar during his performance on the Philadelphia stage at the Live Aid festival on July 13th, 1985. During the event, he performed with 2008 Rock Hall Inductee Madonna and the Thompson Twins, plus joined the ensemble for the finale of "We Are the World." Nile Rodgers was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2017. 🎸

In 2016, Kendrick Lamar inducted N.W.A Music into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. During his speech, he reflected on the profound impact of Dr Dre's guidance and the nickname he was given, "Superstar."

Tonight, the Superstar takes the stage at the NFL Super Bowl LIX with SZA! Watch Kendrick Lamar's full speech here: bit.ly/4jNun9U

Who's ready for a Black Sabbath reunion? We know Jack Black is! Check out his full speech inducting Ozzy Osbourne during our 2024 ceremony, now streaming on Disney+.

"Who was she dealing with on a daily basis? Diana [Ross], Marvin Gaye, Smokey Robinson, and all about Motown. She was just in the fiber of careers." - Lionel Richie

2024 Inductee Suzanne de Passe paved the way for women in the music business as one of the first leading female executives. Learn more here: bit.ly/3WIShte

2024 Inductee Norman Whitfield was a prolific songwriter and producer whose “Psychedelic Soul” fused soul, rock, and funk with complex arrangements, socially conscious lyrics, and iconic anthems. He remains one of the most timeless and influential names in the history of popular music. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4hl4VHs

"Get your back up off the wall!" ✨ In a career that has lasted over fifty years, Kool & the Gang have been essential innovators in the sound of funk, soul, disco, and R&B - creating rock & roll’s most danceable anthems. Check out the full video here: bit.ly/3WH4OgN

2024 Inductee Big Mama Thornton bridged the gap between the blues and rock & roll with her brilliant vocal performances on songs like “Hound Dog” and “Ball N’ Chain.” From Elvis to Janis Joplin - her legacy changed music forever. 🌟 Watch the 2024 Induction Ceremony, now streaming on Disney+.

Black musicians are a vital part of the past, present and future of rock & roll. At the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame their stories are told year round in our museum. For Black History Month we are sharing artifact spotlights, Induction tribute films, From the Vault highlights, and Spotify playlists to celebrate these artists and their legacy.