Annual UK/ Ireland album prize
The Mercury Prize shortlist has been unveiled, featuring Olivia Dean, Paul McCartney, Dave, Florence + the Machine and Suede among others. The ceremony is scheduled for 22 October at the Utilita Arena in Newcastle, with Jack Russell’s team of judges selecting the winner.
Charli xcx has released Music, Fashion, Film, a 11-track project that blends electronic textures with guitar-driven moments. The artist has explained the release as a reflection on creativity, identity, and the pressures of fame, with responses to Brat and earlier projects.