Florence + The Machine up for Mercury Prize on 22 October
Published on 09/29/2026 at 12:46 | Editorial responsibility: Rafael Müller, Editor-in-Chief AD HOC NEWSFlorence + The Machine are among the 12 artists shortlisted for the 2026 Mercury Prize, whose Awards Show takes place on 22 October 2026 at Utilita Arena in Newcastle. The band’s album Everybody Scream is one of the records competing for the prize. The event will combine live performances from many shortlisted artists with the announcement of the overall winner.
Mercury Prize ceremony brings the shortlist to Newcastle
The official shortlist announcement lists Florence + The Machine and Everybody Scream among the 12 Albums of the Year. The Awards Show will take place on 22 October 2026 at Utilita Arena in Newcastle.
On 22 October 2026, the ceremony will culminate in the announcement of the overall Mercury Prize winner. The organisers also say that many of the shortlisted artists will perform during the evening, without assigning a performance to a particular nominee.
Everybody Scream puts Florence + The Machine in contention
The BBC’s album listing identifies Island Records as the label for Everybody Scream. The record gives Florence + The Machine a place in the main Mercury field alongside albums by artists from across the British and Irish music scene.
The Newcastle ceremony therefore connects the band’s latest album with a 12-record shortlist and a live music programme. On 22 October 2026, the result will determine which shortlisted album receives the year’s Mercury Prize.
Newcastle programme adds performances and broadcast coverage
The organisers name BBC Music as the broadcast partner for the 22 October 2026 event. The evening is part of a wider Newcastle programme linked to the prize, including activity around the shortlisted albums and participating artists.
The official programme also names LNER as travel partner and describes live music events connected with the Mercury Prize Fringe. These details place the Awards Show within a city-wide music schedule while keeping Everybody Scream among the central album selections.
Florence + The Machine: what fans in Germany need to know
- The 2026 Mercury Prize Awards Show takes place on 22 October 2026 at Utilita Arena in Newcastle.
- Everybody Scream is Florence + The Machine’s shortlisted album in the 2026 Mercury Prize field.
- The programme includes live performances from many of the 12 shortlisted artists before the overall winner is announced.
- Official event details are listed at mercuryprize.com.
Florence + The Machine on social media and streaming platforms
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Florence + The Machine: frequently asked questions
When is the 2026 Mercury Prize ceremony?
The 2026 Mercury Prize Awards Show takes place on 22 October 2026 at Utilita Arena in Newcastle.
Which album put Florence + The Machine on the 2026 Mercury Prize shortlist?
Everybody Scream is the shortlisted album by Florence + The Machine.
How many albums are shortlisted for the 2026 Mercury Prize?
Twelve Albums of the Year are listed for the 2026 Mercury Prize, including Everybody Scream.
