India, April 28 -- This year's Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class leans heavily into its classic roots, dominated by a familiar lineup of male rock acts. But breaking through the boys' club is Cyndi Lauper, a trailblazing solo artist known for her bold style, unforgettable voice, and lasting influence on pop and rock music. Among the seven new inductees-narrowed down from a shortlist of 14-Lauper stands out, alongside genre-bending group Outkast, in an otherwise traditional, guitar-driven lineup.

During the live broadcast of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Night episode of American Idol on April 27, the names of new entrants were announced. The names announced were as follows, as reported by USA Today.

Bad Company

Chubby Checker

Joe Cocker ...