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And the list is in! Mercury Prize just announced their 2023 albums of the year shortlist, revealing who is in the running to take home the prize on September 7th.

Last year, Little Simz swept the prize in a stiff competition again Self Esteem, Wet Leg, Harry Styles, Sam Fender and more. Bookies struggled to pick a favourite amongst a stellar list. This year, the competition feels wide open again with no clear winner on the list. 

As always delivering on a mix of genres, including some chart toppers and some left field picks, here it is…

The Mercury Prize 2023 Shortlist...

Arctic Monkeys - The Car
Ezra Collective - Where I'm Meant to Be
Fred again.. - Actual Life 3 (January 1 - September 9 2022)
J Hus - Beautiful And Brutal Yard
Jessie Ware - That! Feels Good!
Jockstrap - I Love You Jennifer B
Lankum - False Lankum
Loyle Carner - hugo
Olivia Dean -  Messy 
RAYE - My 21st Century Blues
Shygirl - Nymph
Young Fathers - Heavy Heavy

Who are you backing for the win?

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