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Olivia Dean and Paul McCartney secure Mercury Prize nominations

Paul McCartney Mercury Olivia Dean Raye
  • Sir Paul McCartney has received his first Mercury Prize nomination for his latest album, The Boys Of Dungeon Lane .
  • He is shortlisted alongside artists including Olivia Dean for The Art Of Loving and Raye for This Music May Contain Hope .
  • The esteemed award, established in 1992, annually recognises the best album released by an artist from the UK or Ireland.
  • The winner will be announced at a ceremony featuring live performances on Thursday, 22 October, at the Utilita Arena Newcastle.
  • The Mercury Prize winner receives a trophy and £25,000, with Sam Fender having won the award last year.

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Paul McCartney receives debut Mercury Prize nod with RAYE, Olivia Dean and JADE also shortlisted

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