United Kingdom, April 22 -- Ozzy Osbourne and Cher are among the artists who will be inducted into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame this year.

The Black Sabbath rocker and the pop superstar lead the class of 2024 alongside Dave Matthews Band, Mary J. Blige, Foreigner, Kool and the Gang and Peter Frampton.

John Sykes, Chairman of the Rock Roll Hall of Fame Foundation, said in a statement: "Rock and Roll is an ever-evolving amalgam of sounds that impacts culture and moves generations.

"This diverse group of inductees each broke down musical barriers and influenced countless artists that followed in their footsteps."

The institution's Musical Excellence Award will be presented to Jimmy Buffett, MC5, Dionne Warwick, and Norman Whitfield while t...