The Mercury Prize shortist is revealed, Getintothis on the 12 nominees.
The Mercury Prize 2019 judges have selected Anna Calvi, Idles and Foals to make up this year’s shortlist.
The relatively diverse shortlist also includes newcomers Black Midi, slowtai and Fontaines D.C.
Other artists making their Mercury debut include Little Simz, Seed Ensemble, Nao and Dave.
As is traditional the Getintothis Predictometer was wheeled out last night and we managed to pick a very respectable seven of the list. And we’ve predicted Idles to win.
Quick thoughts on this year’s shortlist
a) Good list. No old bastards. Good variety. Fair play to Jamie Cullum and co. on the judging panel.
b) Surprised Comet Is Coming were overlooked – but hey.
c) Love ’em or hate ’em, Black Midi are gonna continue to cause division – which camp you in.
d) Idles are gonna win. Obvious innit.
e) It was refreshing 6 Music just read the list out rather than drag it out for two hours.
f) Let’s hope that Capaldi fella storms the stage.
g) We’re hoping Fontaines D.C. win. They won’t. It’ll be Idles.
Anna Calvi: Hunter Black Midi: Schlagenheim Cate Le Bon: Reward Dave: Psychodrama Foals: Everything Not Saved Will Be Lost Fontaines D.C.: Dogrel Idles: Joy As An Act Of Resistance Little Simz: Grey Area Nao: Saturn Seed Ensemble: Drift Glass slowtai: Nothing Great About Britain The 1975: A Brief Inquiry Into Online Relationships
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