A Mercury Prize special
The ceremony takes place on Thursday, October 16th, at Newcastle’s Utilita Arena. The event will be hosted by BBC Radio 6 Music’s Lauren Laverne, and will be broadcast by the BBC.
The Music Quiz: How many times have Irish albums been nominated for the Mercury Prize?
Plus: Which album by Gemma Hayes was nominated for the Mercury Prize?
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