Is it time to abolish the Mercury Prize before it embarrasses itself further?

The Mercury Prize has long claimed to celebrate the best of British and Irish music, but critics argue it's become a predictable exercise in rewarding 'worthy' obscurity over genuine cultural impact. With mainstream acts dominating public conversation while the prize retreats into critical self-congratulation, is the Mercury still relevant in 2026?

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