Keith Urban and Jelly Roll Headline Star Guests for Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

On October 19, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame will take over Cleveland, Ohio to welcome a new batch of singers into their legendary halls. While honoring some of the most iconic singers and bands throughout music, the organization recently released a long list of singers and actors who will attend the ceremony. And given his sudden rise in country music, no award show would be complete without the lovable Jelly Roll. Always known for having a good time, it seems that Jelly Roll will get the chance to rub shoulders with other stars like Keith Urban and even Julia Roberts. 

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While thrilled about the upcoming ceremony, John Sykes, the chairman of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Foundation, explained how important the event has become over the years. He said, “Every year the biggest names in music, film and culture step onto the stage at our ceremony to pay tribute to the iconic inductees whose music has defined generations. These are once-in-a-lifetime moments created that will be remembered forever.”

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Although not the only one to feel that way, Sykes looked to welcome stars like Busta Rhymes, Demi Lovato, James Taylor, Kenny Chesney, Roger Daltrey, Sammy Hagar, Slash, the Roots, Chuck D, Dr. Dre, Dua Lipa, and even Method Man. And of course, Roberts, Jelly Roll, and Urban. As for the inductees expected to perform – that list included Cher, Dave Matthews Band, Peter Frampton, Kool & the Gang, Dionne Warwick, Foreigner, and Mary J. Blige. 

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While looking at the awards for the evening, Jimmy Buffett, MC5, and Norman Whitfield will all received an award for their contributions to the music industry. As for the Musical Influence Award, that honor will go to Alexis Korner, Big Mama Thorton, and John Mayall.

For those not wanting to miss the ceremony, the event will stream live on October 19th at 7:00 p.m. ET/PT on Disney+. Don’t worry about missing it live as the ceremony will be available to stream following the event. Even ABC planned to broadcast the induction ceremony, but it won’t air until the start of the new year.

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