When was the Mercury Music Prize first awarded?
When was the Mercury Music Prize first awarded?
The Mercury Prize, formerly called the Mercury Music Prize, is an annual music prize awarded for the best album released in the United Kingdom by a British or Irish act. It was established by the British Phonographic Industry and British Association of Record Dealers in 1992 as an alternative to the Brit Awards.
Who was the winner of the Mercury Prize in 2010?
Similarly, sales of The xx’s winning album rose by 450% the day after they won the 2010 Mercury Prize and 2013 winner James Blake saw a 2,500% sales increase on Amazon after he was announced as the winner of the 2013 Mercury Prize.
How much does the winner of the Mercury Prize get?
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.
What did Michael Kiwanuka win the Mercury Prize?
Michael Kiwanuka wins the 2020 Hyundai Mercury Prize His third album ‘KIWANUKA’ has been named Album of the Year. WATCH: Interviews with this year’s Shortlist Our 2020 Shortlisted artists speak in-depth about the inspiration and work behind their album.
Is the Mercury Prize awarded to outside chances?
The Mercury Prize also has a reputation for being awarded to outside chances rather than the favourites.
When do they announce the Mercury Prize shortlist?
Presentation of the awards usually takes place at an Awards Show in October, after the shortlist is announced at the Album of the Year Launch in September. It is often observed that bands whose albums are shortlisted, or win the prize, experience a large increase in album sales, particularly for lesser known acts.
Who are the sponsors of the Mercury Prize?
The 2015 prize was sponsored by the BBC, while in 2016 it was announced that a three-year deal had been struck with Hyundai to sponsor the event. Any album released by a British or Irish artist, or by a band where over 50% of the members are British or Irish, may be submitted for consideration by their record label.