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"These remarkable Nominees have each created their own musical style and attitude, impacting generations of music lovers and contributing to the ever-evolving sounds and continued growth of rock & roll," said John Sykes, Chairman of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation.

Artists or bands become eligible for nomination 25 years after releasing their first commercial recording. Among this year's 14 Nominees, eight are appearing on the ballot for the first time: Bad Company, The Black Crowes, Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker, Billy Idol, Maná, Outkast, and Phish.

Nominee ballots will be distributed to an international voting panel composed of over 1,200 artists, historians, and music industry professionals. The selection criteria include an artist's impact on music culture, influence on other musicians that have followed, as well as the scope and longevity of their career and body of work.

This year's Induction Ceremony will be held in Los Angeles this Fall, with exact dates and ticket sale details following soon.

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