BRYAN ADAMS - I guess you can say tis is my "left field pick", as for whatever reason, every time a veteran artist puts on a huge tour (usually with Joan Jett as the opener), their chances of getting in the Rock Hall are pretty big. Adams hasn't been on anyone's radar - still, he should be remembered for his long career that seemingly stopped at the turn of the millennium. Or that he became the next Kenny Loggins (the soundtrack king). I'm aware he made some offensive comments during 2020 but fans still showed up to his arena shows in 2023.
JIMMY BUFFETT - In 2023 the death fairy unfortunately struck many times, with musicians from the 50s, 60s and 70s passing away, seemingly more frequent than ever. Jimmy Buffett will arguably be the notable one that both the R&R and Country HOFs may consider inducting soon. Part of me also sees that Buffett may get pushed to a side category like Musical Excellence, but I hope that does not happen.
TRACY CHAPMAN - I'll "give you one (obvious) reason" I'm putting Ms. Chapman on my list - and that of course is the huge success of Luke Comb's version of "Fast Car" in 2023. However, I feel Tracy didn't really receive a lot of attention despite of that. Either way she still remains musically active. Some may argue she doesn't have a HOF-worthy career, but the NomCom and voters can be the judge of that.
COLDPLAY - Technically they were eligible for the first time in 2023, despite them being international superstars. Coldplay has several hits and million-selling, award-winning albums under their belt, plus high-grossing worldwide tours that I'm very surprised they haven't really been on anyone's radar, or so it seems. They even have their Hall of Fame indicators scorecard nearly filled out on their FRL page! Although I will be frank, even if they do get nominated - I don't see them getting in on their first try. Hope I'm wrong
KOOL AND THE GANG
HUEY LEWIS AND THE NEWS - 80s icons seem to be coming back, here and there, and Lewis has made appearances all over, thanks mostly due to his Back to the Future fame. He may not be able to play again, but I'm sure he'll make a great presence at the induction ceremony if/when his moment happens.
ALANIS MORISSETTE - I recently watched her HBO doc which came out in 2021, and then I find out the album it's based on is now a musical. Despite of her remarks about the Rock Hall in 2022, she may have a change of heart
OUTKAST - Putting a rap/hip-hop artist on here is always a challenge. I could have put Salt 'n Pepa or Queen Latifah (who recently was a Kennedy Center honoree), or an act that has made ballot appearances (Tribe, Eric B/Rakim, De La Soul). Instead, I'm going to keep adding the Atlanta duo until they finally get on the board. I'm well aware that they haven't been active in almost a decade since their "festivals-only" tour, but hey, I'm sure they'll put on quite a performance once they get their Rock Hall due.
