Over the past four decades, the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame has seen its fair share of drama and music industry changes. There have been some eyebrow-raising nominees and many notable omissions. The 2024 class ā which included Mary J. Blige, A Tribe Called Quest, Cher, and more ā might be among its least rock ānā roll in history. John Sykes, who's been Rock Hall chairman since 2020, spoke with Variety about the state of the foundation.