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Rock Hall 2026: Surprise guests and epic duets!
15 Nov
Summary
- U2 opened the ceremony with new and classic songs.
- Aerosmith and Run-DMC reunited for a performance.
- The event celebrated innovation across music genres.
The 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony, held recently at L.A.'s Peacock Theatre, was a night of unforgettable moments. The event featured surprise performances to bookend the celebrations. Inductees U2 opened the ceremony with a performance of a new song and a classic, setting an innovative tone for the evening.
The ceremony also saw a historic collaboration as Aerosmith, inducted in 2001, joined forces with Run-DMC, inducted in 2009. Together, they performed their iconic rock and hip-hop mash-up, 'Walk This Way.' The night celebrated innovation, recognizing artists who have profoundly changed music for generations.
Further highlights included the full Wu-Tang Clan performing a medley, Queen Latifah and MC Lyte celebrating women in hip-hop, Billy Idol with Steve Stevens, and Peter Hook honoring his work with Joy Division and New Order. The event, broadcasting on ABC and streaming on Disney+, underscored the expanding definition of music celebrated by the Rock Hall.
