Joe Cocker (20 May 1944 - 22 December 2014) was an English blues-rock and soul singer from Sheffield, celebrated for his raw, gravelly voice and the convulsive physicality of his stage performances. His 1968 cover of the Beatles' "With a Little Help from My Friends" went to number one in the UK, and his electrifying set at Woodstock in 1969 made him an international name overnight. Over a 43-year recording career spanning 22 studio albums, he added further landmark hits including the Grammy-winning duet "Up Where We Belong" (1982) with Jennifer Warnes, and was posthumously inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in November 2025.
Joe Cocker was posthumously inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame on November 8, 2025, at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles, with Bryan Adams presenting the honor.
The 2025 Rock Hall induction ceremony closed with an all-star tribute to Cocker featuring Tedeschi Trucks Band, Nathaniel Rateliff, Teddy Swims, Bryan Adams, Cyndi Lauper, and Chris Robinson performing his signature songs.
An inductee exhibit dedicated to Joe Cocker opened to the public at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame museum on October 31, 2025.
Joe Cocker Inspiration performs a tribute to the soul-rock legend with classic covers and inspired arrangements.
A musical tribute to legendary singer Joe Cocker, featuring his greatest hits and celebrating his unforgettable artistic career.
Tribute band Joe Undercover celebrates Joe Cocker's legacy with his classic songs at Rare Guitar.
A tribute band celebrates Joe Cocker's legendary songs and distinctive voice that defined soul and rock music.
A tribute to Joe Cocker at Kolosseum. An evening celebrating the classic hits of the legendary soul and rock vocalist.