Raye is a British singer-songwriter known for hits and recent Mercury Prize buzz, as she competes for the prize alongside Paul McCartney and Olivia Dean.
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.
The Rolling Stones have released Foreign Tongues, continuing Hackney Diamonds-era momentum. The album blends blues, disco and rock with sharp political edges, including references to Musk and US politics, while Mick Jagger’s voice remains a defining force at 82.
A licensing change at Reading Festival could allow main-stage music on Thursdays and extend alcohol hours from 2027, amid ongoing festival format tweaks and high-profile headliners for Reading and Leeds.