Arlo Parks, Mogwai, Ghetts, Wolf Alice and more nominated for 2021 Mercury Prize

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London-based singer Arlo Parks shared a new Unknown Mortal Orchestra remix of her single "Too Good" on Wednesday. Originally featured on her Mercury Prize-nominated debut album Collapsed in Sunbeams, the new take adds a subtle softness to the track.

Arlo Parks has shared a new remix of ‘Too Good’ by Unknown Mortal Orchestra – you can listen to it below.The original version of the single appears on Parks’ acclaimed debut album ‘Collapsed In Sunbeams’, which was released back in January.Announcing Unknown Mortal Orchestra’s new interpretation on Instagram today (July 28), Parks wrote: “They stripped the song down to a sense of intimate, hypnotic hurt – so grateful for this one.”In a press release, the London singer explained that she’s “been

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Wolf Alice have added a third London date to their 2022 tour of the UK – get all the details below.The show, at Hammersmith’s Eventim Apollo next January, comes as the band sold out two dates at the venue and made their return to the stage this weekend with a headline set at Latitude Festival.In addition to their two gigs at the Apollo on January 18-19 next year, they will now also play the venue on January 20.

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Arlo Parks has cancelled three upcoming shows after revealing she’s tested positive for COVID-19.Parks shared the news on her social media yesterday (July 23), writing that she will no longer be performing at tonight’s scheduled show at The Waterfront in Norwich.

Wolf Alice played their first post-lockdown festival show at Latitude tonight (July 23).The London band showcased a host tracks from their recent album ‘Blue Weekend’ during their headline slot at Henham Park, which came a day after it was nominated for the 2021 Mercury Prize.The 35,000-capacity event, which runs until Sunday (July 25), will also see fellow headliners Bastille, Bombay Bicycle Club and The Chemical Brothers perform.Fans have taken to social media to react and post clips from Wolf

Wolf Alice played their first post-lockdown show in Bournemouth last night (July 22).The band showcased a host tracks from their recent album ‘Blue Weekend’ just hours after it was nominated for the 2021 Mercury Prize.Taking to Twitter ahead of their first show since restrictions were lifted on Monday (July 19), the four-piece posted pictures from their dressing room.“We’ve just walked in to Bournemouth academy and wow it feels so good to be here the sun is shining, Johnny Haskett won’t stop

Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorThe shortlist for the U.K.’s prestigious Mercury Prize have been announced, and includes such recent Variety favorites as indie singer-songwriter Arlo Parks (pictured above), alt-R&B outfit Sault, R&B singer Celeste and rock savants Wolf Alice, as well as instrumental vets Mogwai, rapper Ghetts and more.

The list of nominees for the 2021 Mercury Prize has been revealed with Arlo Parks, Wolf Alice, SAULT, and Celeste all featuring on this year's list. The annual prize rewards one outstanding British album.

Celeste has confirmed that work is underway on her second record, and her generous plans for the £25,000 prize money if she wins the Mercury Prize.The soul singer was nominated for the Mercury Prize this morning (July 22), after winning praise for her debut album ‘Not Your Muse‘.While the album has received widespread acclaim since its release at the end of January, Celeste says she’s already looking ahead to album two.“My rule with this second album which I’ve just started writing in the last

Arlo Parks has opened up on scoring her first ever Mercury Prize nomination and how she’s already considering plans for her second record.The London singer scored a nomination this morning (July 22) for ‘Collapsed In Sunbeams’, which scored a full five star review from NME upon release in January.“It feels like a real moment for me. It’s a dream come true and I don’t say that lightly,” Parks remarked of the honour.“It’s something I would watch when I was a kid.

The Hyundai Mercury Prize 2021 shortlist has been unveiled.

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Michael Kiwanuka has joined the judging panel for this year’s Mercury Prize.The London-based singer-songwriter won last year’s prize for third album ‘KIWANUKA’.Details of the 2021 Mercury Prize were revealed earlier this year, with a 12-strong ‘Albums of the Year’ shortlist set to be announced on BBC Radio 6 Music from 11am BST tomorrow (July 22).The 2021 Hyundai Mercury Prize Awards Show will then be held at the Eventim Apollo in London on September 9.Kiwanuka joins existing judges on the panel

Clairo has announced a US headline tour with Arlo Parks – check out the schedule below.The singer-songwriter – real name Claire Cottrill – will hit the road for a string of North American shows next February through to April 2022.

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