Great news for classic rock fans! Heart’s 1975 debut album Dreamboat Annie has officially been inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame as part of the 2026 class. This special honor celebrates albums and songs that have stood the test of time and made a lasting impact on music history.
The Grammy Hall of Fame was created in 1973 by the Recording Academy. Each year, it recognizes recordings that are at least 25 years old and have “qualitative or historical significance.” That means the music must have influenced culture, inspired other artists, or changed the way people experience music. With this year’s additions, the Hall of Fame now includes 1,179 recordings.
Why Dreamboat Annie Matters
Released in September 1975, Dreamboat Annie was the first album from the rock band Heart. Led by sisters Ann and Nancy Wilson, the band brought a powerful mix of hard rock, folk, and emotional storytelling at a time when rock music was mostly dominated by men.
The album featured now-classic songs like “Magic Man,” “Crazy on You,” and the dreamy title track “Dreamboat Annie.” These songs helped the album become a Top 40 hit in the UK and sell more than one million copies in the United States. Over the years, it has become one of the most respected debut albums in rock history.
What made Dreamboat Annie special was not just its commercial success, but its originality. Ann Wilson’s strong vocals and Nancy Wilson’s guitar work created a sound that felt fresh and bold. The album opened doors for more women in rock music and proved that female-fronted bands could compete at the highest level.
Other Big Names in the 2026 Class
Heart isn’t alone this year. The 2026 Grammy Hall of Fame class includes nine albums and five songs from different genres and decades. Among the most notable inductees is Radiohead’s 1997 album OK Computer, which is widely considered one of the most important alternative rock albums ever made.
The new inductees will be honored at the Grammy Hall of Fame Gala on May 8, 2026, at the Beverly Hilton in California. After the ceremony, these recordings will be permanently added to the collection at the Grammy Museum in Los Angeles, where they will continue to be celebrated for years to come.
A Lasting Legacy
Harvey Mason Jr., CEO of the Recording Academy, said it is a privilege to recognize these influential recordings. He explained that each selection reflects creativity, craftsmanship, and cultural impact that can last across generations. Michael Sticka, President and CEO of the Grammy Museum, added that the Hall of Fame connects music’s past and present by honoring recordings that changed how we listen and create.
For Heart fans, this induction is a proud moment. Nearly 50 years after its release, Dreamboat Annie continues to inspire listeners with its passion and energy. It reminds us that great music never fades — it only grows stronger with time.
If you haven’t listened to Dreamboat Annie in a while, now is the perfect time to revisit it. And if you’re discovering it for the first time, you’re about to hear a piece of rock history that helped shape the sound of generations.
2026 Grammy Hall Of Fame Inducted Recordings:
Albums:
All Eyez on Me – 2Pac
Amor Prohibido – Selena
Car Wheels On a Gravel Road – Lucinda Williams
Dreamboat Annie – Heart
Journey In Satchidananda – Alice Coltrane
Maggot Brain – Funkadelic
OK Computer – Radiohead
Pink Moon – Nick Drake
Rhythm Nation 1814 – Janet Jackson
Songs:
Jesus Gave Me Water – The Soul Stirrers
Orange Blossom Special – The Rouse Brothers
Paid In Full – Eric B. & Rakim
Trouble In Mind – Bertha “Chippie” Hill
You’ll Sing a Song and I’ll Sing a Song – Ella Jenkins