How is the Mercury Prize decided?

How is the Mercury Prize decided?

An independent panel of judges selects the shortlist. The judges listen to the albums that have been entered over many months. They then meet to decide on the 12 ‘Albums of the Year’. The judges’ decisions are based solely on the quality of the music on the albums.

Who is eligible for the Mercury Prize?

1.1 All forms of contemporary music from Great Britain and Ireland are eligible for the Mercury Prize. 1.2 Albums only qualify for entry. 1.3 The album must have a digital release date between Saturday 17 July 2021 and Friday 15 July 2022 inclusive (although entries must be received by 5 May 2022).

Who won 2021 Mercury Prize?

singer Arlo Parks
Indie-soul singer Arlo Parks has won the 2021 Mercury Prize for her debut album, Collapsed In Sunbeams. A tender, intimate record, it draws on painful subjects like depression and anxiety but maintains a sense of hope.

How much is the Mercury Prize worth?

Each shortlisted artist receives a specially commissioned ‘Albums of the Year’ trophy at the Awards Show. Unlike some other music awards, the overall winner of the Mercury Prize also receives a cheque; in 2017, the prize money was £25,000. The winner also receives an additional winner’s trophy.

Is the Mercury Music Prize named after Freddie Mercury?

Are there any Awards that is named after Queen or Freddie Mercury?? Yes, just like the planet- they named it after Freddie…

Why is it called the Mercury Prize?

The prize was originally sponsored by Mercury Communications, a brand owned by Cable & Wireless, from which the prize gets its name.

Who won the Mercury Prize 2001?

PJ Harvey
PJ Harvey, who picked up the Mercury gong in 2001 and 2011, is the only artist to have won the award on more than one occasion.

Who won the first ever Mercury Prize?

Primal Scream
Winners and shortlisted nominees

Why is it called the Mercury Music Prize?