Fela Kuti, Queen Latifah, others to receive Rock Hall early influence honour

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Nigerian Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti and Queen Latifah are among five artists set to receive the Early Influence Award from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Read More:…

Music stars and industry figures will gather in Los Angeles on Saturday to celebrate the latest inductees into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, including British rock band Oasis, Nigerian music legend Fela Kuti, Sade, Wu-Tang Clan and Billy Idol.

The 2026 performer class also includes Phil Collins, Iron Maiden, Joy Division/New Order and the late American singer Luther Vandross. Wu-Tang Clan

The Cleveland-based Rock and Roll Hall of Fame will honour the artists at a star-studded ceremony at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, following a selection process involving more than 1,000 musicians, historians and music industry professionals. Queen Latifahh

However, several of the inductees, including Sade, Oasis and Iron Maiden, have indicated that they will not attend the ceremony.

Sade, the British band fronted by Nigerian-born singer Sade Adu, announced its absence in a statement published on its website, expressing appreciation for the recognition.

“Sorry we can’t be there in person to celebrate with the other artists. Please know that our absence takes nothing away from how much this recognition means to us,” the group said.

Oasis, whose members include brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher, also declined to attend, despite recently announcing a 2027 world tour.

Noel Gallagher is scheduled to perform solo in London, while Liam had previously expressed disdain for the institution.

Earlier in the week, responding to a fan on X, Liam said, “It’s too far to be going for the night.” Sade Adu

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