Paul McCartney earns first Mercury Prize nomination at 83

Paul McCartney, 83, has received his first-ever Mercury Prize nomination for 'The Boys of Dungeon Lane,' heading a 12-album shortlist for the UK and Irish album of the year award revealed on 30 July 2026. The £25,000 prize will be awarded at Newcastle's Utilita Arena on 22 October 2026. RAYE, Dave and Florence + The Machine also feature.