Mercury Prize 2026 – Nominees

We’re delighted to see Florence + The Machine and War Child nominated for this year’s Mercury prize albums of the year.

We’re proud to have played a part in the nominated War Child album, representing (on a pro bono basis) an incredible group of artists who contributed to the project, including Arctic Monkeys, Beabadoobee, Declan McKenna, Ellie Rowsell, English Teacher, Ezra Collective, Foals, Kae Tempest, King Krule, Pulp, The Last Dinner Party, Wet Leg and Young Fathers.

The Mercury Prize has long celebrated the very best of British and Irish music, championing exceptional songwriting, creativity and artistry and Russells is extremely honoured to have represented the last three years’ winners (Ezra Collective, English Teacher and Sam Fender). It’s fantastic to see another outstanding and diverse group of nominees recognised this year.

Congratulations to everyone, and best of luck for the awards in October!

Image and further info on nominees in here: www.nme.com//music/mercury-prize-2026