Induction Criteria
There are two distinct categories for induction into the NCMHOF: performers and non-performers. This separation was designed to ensure that high-profile performers were not favored over other less-visible or recognizable musical influences. Requirements for induction into each of these categories is as follows:
Performers
- Individual performers, musical groups, backup musicians
- Eligible for induction after the release of a record or movie/TV musical performances have obtained national or great public acclaim.
Non-Performers
- Songwriters, record producers, disc jockeys, record executives, journalists, music educators, and other industry professionals
- Eligibility determined by members of the NCMHOF Advisory Board.
Each group of inductees is selected by members of the NCMHOF Advisory Board on the basis of significance in music history , regardless of race, gender or genre of music. The Inductee must be a native of North Carolina or have spent a significant amount of time in the State during his/her career.
