Why Sade Lauryn and Mariah Belong in the 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

In this special Season 10, Episode 1010 of The Interludes Podcast, Val “The Voice” Johnson steps behind the DJ booth to celebrate three iconic women whose music shaped generations: Sade, Lauryn Hill, and Mariah Carey.Blending DJ memories, musical storytelling, and cultural reflection, Val revisits the catalogs of these legendary artists—highlighting both classic hits and deep album cuts that still resonate today. From Sade’s timeless quiet-storm elegance to Mariah Carey’s genre-blending influence on pop and hip-hop collaborations to Lauryn Hill’s groundbreaking fusion of rap and soul, this episode explores why these women deserve recognition in the 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.Val also shares a clip from Interludes Extra Presents Talk on Tuesdays, where she and Coach Tony Thompson discussed the Rock Hall fan vote and the artists currently on the ballot.If these artists were ever part of your CD collection, vinyl stack, or digital playlist, this episode will take you back to the songs, memories, and moments that made their music unforgettable.🎧 Tune in, reflect, and don’t forget to cast your vote for the 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees.• Val reflects on DJ memories connected to the music of Sade, Lauryn Hill, and Mariah Carey• A look at the 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame fan voting process• Why these three artists deserve serious consideration for induction• The cultural impact of their catalogs across R&B, pop, hip-hop, and soul• Classic hits and deep album cuts that defined their eras• A featured clip from Interludes Extra Presents Talk on Tuesdays with Coach Tony Thompson discussing the Rock Hall nomineesSadeSmooth OperatorCherish the DayNo Ordinary LoveThe Sweetest TabooMariah CareyVision of LoveFantasy (Remix featuring Ol’ Dirty Bastard)Always Be My BabyTill the End of Time (deep cut from her debut album)Lauryn HillDoo Wop (That Thing)Ex-FactorEverything Is EverythingLauryn Hill’s work with The FugeesResources Mentioned:⁠⁠⁠⁠The Morning Meetup ⁠⁠⁠⁠is a global community for entrepreneurs and creatives founded by David Shands. Membership is $19/month and offers community, accountability, and business conversations for creators building with intention.🔔 Subscribe to The Interludes on LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠The Interludes Newsletter by Pure Lighthouse Media⁠⁠⁠⁠Get behind-the-scenes access to Interludes Extra and The Pull Up Podcast Show, plus reflections on culture, creativity, and podcasting—from the mic to the mindset.💜 ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Interludes Community on Patreon (Free)⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Interludes Patreon for free and get even more behind-the-scenes moments, podcasting insights, and community updates as the shows continue to grow.ABOUT VAL THE VOICE JOHNSON: "A DJ Saved My Life" is the book by Val "The Voice" Johnson. The debut book features a heartfelt tribute to the healing power of music and the therapeutic potential of podcasting, all with the ABCs of podcasting rolled into one. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Get your print or digital copy today!⁠⁠⁠⁠