Cher, Mary J. Blige and Ozzy Osbourne were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame during a star-studded ceremony in Cleveland, featuring performances by prominent artists celebrating the legendary 2024 honorees.
Cher, Mary J. Blige and Ozzy Osbourne were among this year's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees, formally joining the prestigious ranks at a star-studded gala concert. The ceremony took place in Cleveland, Ohio, home of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
The 2024 class of honorees also included Kool & the Gang, Dave Matthews Band, Foreigner, A Tribe Called Quest and Peter Frampton. These legendary artists were celebrated for their lasting contributions to music. Special honors for "musical influence" were awarded to Big Mama Thornton, Alexis Korner and John Mayall. Jimmy Buffett, MC5, Dionne Warwick and Norman Whitfield received the "musical excellence" award.
Suzanne de Passe, a trailblazing executive in the music industry known for her contributions to Motown, was recognized with the award for non-performing industry professionals.
The evening began with Dua Lipa performing Believe, with Cher joining her onstage to finish the iconic 1998 hit, credited as the first song to use auto-tune as an instrument. In her acceptance speech, Cher remarked, "I changed the sound of music forever," referencing her pioneering role in music technology. Reflecting on her journey, she humorously noted, "It was easier getting divorced from two men than it was getting into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame."
Performers at the event included Kelly Clarkson, Sammy Hagar, Slash and Demi Lovato, who all paid tribute to Foreigner. A special performance from Queen Latifah, De La Soul and Busta Rhymes accompanied the surviving members of the pioneering hip-hop group A Tribe Called Quest — Q-Tip, Ali Shaheed Muhammad and Jarobi White.
The enduring fame of these stars, now inductees of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, is a testament to their profound impact on the music landscape. Their creativity, innovation and ability to resonate with audiences across generations have solidified their legacies. Whether it's Cher's revolutionary use of auto-tune or A Tribe Called Quest's influence on the evolution of hip-hop, each artist has contributed uniquely to the rich tapestry of music history. Their induction honors their past achievements and reaffirms their relevance in today's cultural dialogue, ensuring that their influence will be felt for years to come.
With AFP
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