# Iron Maiden honoured with star-studded tribute despite snubbing “load of bollocks” Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/iron-maiden-honoured-with-star-studded-tribute-despite-snubbing-load-of-bollocks-rock-and-roll-hall-of-fame/
- Published: 2026-11-15T15:25:54+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-15T16:24:46+00:00
- Original publisher: Far Out
- Original article: https://faroutmagazine.co.uk/iron-maiden-snubbing-the-rock-and-roll-hall-of-fame-tribute/
- Topics: Celebrity, Entertainment, Music

## Key points

- Iron Maiden were inducted without attending the ceremony.
- Jack Black led a star-studded performance of ‘The Trooper’.
- The band plan a touring break after next year’s shows.

## Summary

Iron Maiden were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame at a Los Angeles ceremony, despite the band’s long-standing criticism of the institution. They did not attend, but Jack Black inducted them and introduced a performance of ‘The Trooper’ by musicians including St Vincent, Brad Wilk and Kirk Hammett.

The band are currently touring Australia and are due to continue in Japan, then North America next year. Manager Ron Smallwood said the group value their connection with fans above awards, while bassist Steve Harris said accolades were not why they made music. Their North American shows are expected to be their last before a break from touring through 2027 and at least until 2028.

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