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Mercury Prize 2026: Album of the Year
9:30 pm - 11:00 pm Thursday, October 22
Mercury Prize 2026: Album of the Year
Lauren Laverne presents coverage of the 2026 awards show from the Utilita Arena, Newcastle, featuring performances by shortlisted acts Dove Ellis, Florence and the Machine, Jade, Knats, Kojey Radical, Nia Archives, Olivia Dean, Raye and Suede. Making up the list is Paul McCartney, Dave and War Child Records
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- Lauren Laverne — Presenter
- Alison Howe — Executive producer
- Caroline Cullen — Series producer
- Marcus Viner — Director
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