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2026 Mercury Prize in Newcastle

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The 2026 Mercury Prize ceremony is set for 22 October at Newcastle’s Utilita Arena, confirming a second consecutive year outside London. Ticket sales opened on 27 July via Ticketmaster and AXS. On 30 July the shortlist was announced, ~~featuring~~ naming twelve albums ~~from~~ by British and Irish ~~artists, including~~ artists. Notably, 84‑year‑old Sir Paul ~~McCartney’s~~ McCartney received his first ever nomination for *The Boys of Dungeon ~~Lane*. The list also contains releases by Olivia Dean,~~ Lane*, joining debut artists Jade, RAYE, Dove Ellis and Knats, while returning acts such as Dave, Florence + the Machine, ~~Dove Ellis, JADE, Knats, Kojey Radical,~~ Suede, Olivia Dean, Nia ~~Archives, Suede~~ Archives and ~~a War Child~~ the charity ~~compilation.~~ compilation *HELP(2)* were also listed. Organisers highlighted the diverse mix of established stars and breakthrough acts, underscoring the prize’s aim to spotlight artistic innovation regardless of commercial success. The winning album will receive £25,000, and the event is expected to further boost Newcastle’s music venues and creative community.

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