The Barclaycard Mercury Prize

Shortlisted albums revealed.

The Barclaycard Mercury Music Prize has now shortlisted twelve albums out of a possible 200, to be in the running for the winning spot, which doesn’t take place until Tuesday 7th of September, giving the judges time to appreciate each album fully before deciding upon a winner.

The albums nominated to represent the year 2010 in music are as follows;

Biffy Clyro - Only Revolutions
Corinne Bailey Rae - The Sea
Dizzee Rascal - Tongue N' Cheek
Foals - Total Life Forever
I Am Kloot - Sky At Night
Kit Downes - Trio Golden
Laura Marling - I Speak Because I Can
Mumford & Sons - Sigh No More
Paul Weller - Wake Up the Nation
The xx - xx
Villagers - Becoming a Jackal
Wild Beasts - Two Dancers

Simon Frith, Chair of Judges for the award said "This year’s Mercury list includes musicians from all stages of their careers and from contrasting parts of the British Isles. It features music that is urban and rural, light and dark, joyful and profound. The records have wit, an abundance of musical energy and their own distinct voices. There is music here to make you laugh, cry, dance and sing. Enjoy!”

20/07/2010 - Elena

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