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Raye Takes the Mercury Prize

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The Mercury Prize named Raye its 2026 winner at Newcastle's Utilita Arena on Thursday. Her winning album is This Music May Contain Hope.

The judging team made its final choice on the night. The album's four sections draw on styles including jazz and soul.

Source: Mercury Prize, 2026-10-22. https://www.mercuryprize.com/news/2026/raye-announced-as-overall-winner-of-the-2026-mercury-prize-album-of-the-year/

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1. When did the judges make their final choice?

   1. Before the shortlist was created
   2. After a public online vote
   3. On the awards night

2. What suggests variety within the winning album?

   1. Four sections and different styles
   2. Four awards for the same song
   3. Only one repeated musical style

Your turn

Why might a listener enjoy an album with different styles?

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