First-time nominees Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker and Bad Company will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, a class that also includes pop star Cyndi Lauper, the hip-hop pioneers Outkast, the rock duo the White Stripes and grunge masters Soundgarden.

Chubby Checker, who popularized two rock ‘n’ roll dance styles in the early ’60s, finally landed into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. He’s been eligible since the Hall started inducting artists in 1986.

By Lisa RichwineLOS ANGELES (Reuters) -"The Twist" singer Chubby Checker, pop star Cyndi Lauper and grunge rock band Soundgarden were among the acts chosen for induction this year into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.