Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2025 – Funktasy Favorites
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees have been chosen for 2025! With a mix of renowned artists stretching through hip-hop, pop, rock and R&B, the new names to be placed in the pantheon of music history have certainly earned their stay.
On the new artists to be given their spot, John Sykes, Chairman of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, said this: “Each of these inductees created their own sound and attitude that had a profound impact on culture and helped to change the course of Rock & Roll forever. Their music gave a voice to generations and influenced countless artists that followed in their footsteps.”
In a press release, the organization describes its mission:
“Born from the collision of rhythm & blues, country, and gospel, rock & roll is an inclusive and ever-changing spirit. The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame celebrates the sound of youth culture and honours the artists whose music connects us all.”
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame was first established in 1983 to commemorate the contributions of recognized figures in rock history. Nowadays, it not only celebrates ‘rock and roll’, but also essential artists from various genres, shifting in the mid-2000s to feature iconic inductees with a range of styles.
The new crop of classic musicians to be inducted shows a beautiful musical mix, from the genre-bending hip-hop of Outkast to the powerful pop anthems of Cyndi Lauper. Today, Funktasy will look at four of the artists who have earned the esteemed privilege as the 2025 inductees of The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame!
**Contributed as a writer and editor alongside the Funktasy team**