Lineup for the 2026 Mercury Prize ceremony has been announced

JADE, RAYE, Nia Archives, and more are set to perform at the prestigious music ceremony

Date published: 1st Oct 2026

Taking place at Utilita Arena in Newcastle on Thursday, October 22, 10 live performances from nominated artists will be taking place. The Mercury Prize is a prestigious award ceremony, celebrating merit and artistry.

Confirmed artists are JADE, Florence + The Machine, Knats, Nia Archives, RAYE, Olivia Dean, Suede and Dove Ellis. 

The nominated artists have recently released some of the most acclaimed British and Irish records, with Ellis being nominated for ‘Blizzard’, Nia Archives for ‘Emotional Junglist ’, and Jade’s debut album ‘THAT’S SHOWBIZ BABY!’ is also nominated.

Florence + The Machine are nominated for ‘Everybody Scream’, Olivia Dean for ‘The Art Of Loving’ and RAYE for ‘THIS MUSIC MAY CONTAIN HOPE.’

Short films will also be showcased during the ceremony, celebrating the nominated albums from Dave and Paul McCartney. 

Tickets are out now for the award ceremony. 

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