Mercury Prize, 2020: A Look at This Year’s Contenders
The Mercury Prize, 2020 is just around the corner and this year, the list of potential winners boasts a diverse range of artists. The Prize honours the best British albums in music, spanning genres, every year.
Last year, Dave’s “Psychodrama” claimed the prestigious award and this year, the list of contenders is as unpredictable as 2020 itself. From pop acts Dua Lipa and Charli XCX to folk stars like Laura Marling and hip hop heavyweights like Stormzy, the 2020 Mercury Prize shortlist features an impressive pool of artists. Here’s the full rundown.
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1. Anna Meredith, “Fibs“. Released in September, 2019, this is an experimental, ‘genre-bending” album by singer-songwriter.
2. Charli XCX, “How I’m Feeling Now“. Released in May, 2020, this marks Charli’s 4th studio album.
3. Dua Lipa, “Future Nostalgia“. Released in March, 2020, this album marks Dua’s disco renaissance.
4. Georgia, “Seeking Thrills“. Released in January, 2020, this pop album is the singer-songwriter’s second studio album.
5. Kano, “Hoodies All Summer“. Released in August, 2019, this is British rapper, Kano’s, sixth studio album.
6. Lanterns on the Lake, “Spook the Herd“. Released in February, 2020, this is the indie rock band’s fourth studio album.
7. Laura Marling, “Song for Our Daughter“. Released in April, 2020, this is the folk/ indie singer-songwriter’s seventh studio album.
8. Michael Kiwanuka, “Kiwanuka“. This album marks the British singer-songwriter’s third studio album.
9. Moses Boyd, “Dark Matter“. Released in February, 2020, this album is a mixture of jazz and experimental music by the drummer.
10. Porridge Radio, “Every Bad“. Released in March, 2020, this album is the indie rock band’s debut studio album.
11. Sports Team, “Deep Down Happy“. Released in June, 2020, this is the alternative rock band’s debut studio album.
12. Stormzy, “Heavy is the Head“. Released in December, 2019, this is the cult rapper’s second studio album.
By: Ahalya Narayanan
