Mercury Prize
The Mercury Prize and BRITs Are Changing Their Rules, Thanks to Rina Sawayama
The British-Japanese pop singer spoke out in 2020 about a little-known nationality clause that made UK residents ineligible for the awards.
'It's Othering' – British-Japanese Artist Rina Sawayama Can’t Enter British Awards
A nationality clause in the Mercury Prize and the BRITs are stopping musicians from entering the race. It's turning the arts into a form of border control, the 'SAWAYAMA' musician says.
The Mercury Prize 2018 Shortlist Pits Young Talent Against Big Names
It's odd to see acts like Noel Gallagher sitting beside rising jazz group Sons of Kemet or rapper Novelist—what does that say about the industry?
Young Fathers’ New "Toy" Visual Stars Little Kids as Powerful Leaders
It's an impactful, tongue-in-cheek statement from the Glasgow trio.
J Hus Emanates Power in His Video for "Spirit"
Shot in Ghana, the clip follows his Mercury Prize nomination from last week.
Speech Debelle: Comfortable at Last
In the weeks after releasing her third album, the former Mercury Prize winner cooked me dinner and we went in deep about music industry expectations and what it means to live.
Go Behind the Scenes With Skepta's New Documentary "Greatness Only"
It's an intimate look at a living grime legend, and it's available to stream via Apple Music now.
Good News At Last! You Can Now Listen to The xx's Beautiful New Single
Plus, all the details surrounding their forthcoming new album.
Skepta's Mercury Win: A Rare Glimmer of Light in a Year Full of Shit
It feels like a break in the clouds, where a group in charge of an important decision finally made one that is representative of the current UK climate.
Watch Michael C Hall's Stirring Tribute to David Bowie at the Mercury Prize 2016
The star of Bowie's musical performed "Lazarus."