Mercury Music Prize

The nominations for the 2024 Mercury Prize have been announced, with 12 albums vying for the prestigious award, including Charli XCX's 'Brat', CMAT's 'Crazymad, For Me', and The Last Dinner Party's 'Prelude to Ecstasy'. Among the nominees are breakout acts like Barry Can't Swim and Nia Archives, alongside established artists like Corinne Bailey Rae and Ghetts. This year's list is notable for its diversity, featuring eight female or female-fronted acts, and for the first time in 32 years, there will be no public awards ceremony. The winner will be revealed in September, and if CMAT wins, she would be the first Irish artist to do so. The Mercury Prize continues to spotlight a blend of emerging talent and seasoned musicians, reflecting a broad spectrum of musical styles from indie rock to jungle.