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Mercury Prize 2026 Shortlist Drops | Music News
The Mercury Prize shortlist for 2026 drops live Thursday, July 30th on BBC Radio 6 Music and BBC Sounds — and this year’s ceremony returns to Newcastle, where Sam Fender’s triumphant win last year sparked a local economic boost and inspired his generous donation to indie venues. This year’s judging panel is stacked with heavyweights like Will Hodgkinson, DJ AFRODEUTSCHE, and Jamie Cullum, chaired by Jeff Smith. With a history of spotlighting UK’s most innovative artists — from Arctic Monkeys to Little Simz — the prize is poised to reveal the next big thing in British music. Tune in — the…
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