The 2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony was a night to remember, with legendary artists such as A Tribe Called Quest, Mary J Blige, Cher, and Ozzy Osbourne being formally introduced into the music pantheon. The ceremony, held in Cleveland, Ohio, also honored Kool & the Gang, Dave Matthews Band, Foreigner, and Peter Frampton as part of the 2024 class of honorees.
One of the highlights of the evening was when Suzanne de Passe, a Jamaican-American trailblazer for women executives in the music business and a prominent figure in Motown, received the award for non-performing industry professionals. The night was filled with memorable performances, with Dua Lipa kicking things off with a rendition of “Believe” and Cher joining her on stage to finish the iconic 1998 hit.
Cher, known for her groundbreaking use of auto-tune technology in music, humorously commented in her acceptance speech about the challenges she faced in getting into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. She expressed her belief that she had changed the sound of music forever and jokingly compared the process of getting into the hall to getting divorced from two men.
The ceremony also featured performances from Kelly Clarkson, Sammy Hagar, Slash, and Demi Lovato, who all appeared for Foreigner. Additionally, a group of artists including Queen Latifah, De La Soul, and Busta Rhymes performed with the surviving members of A Tribe Called Quest – Q-Tip, Ali Shaheed Muhammad, and Jarobi White.
Overall, the 2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony was a night filled with incredible music, heartfelt speeches, and well-deserved honors for some of the most influential artists in the industry. The inductees showcased their talent and left a lasting impact on the audience, solidifying their place in music history.
