Raye Wins 2026 Mercury Prize for 'This Music May Contain Hope'

• Raye won the 2026 Mercury Prize for her album 'This Music May Contain Hope'.
• The award ceremony took place at the Utilita Arena in Newcastle, England, on October 22.
• Raye beat out notable artists including Paul McCartney, Olivia Dean, and Jade Thirlwall.
• This is Raye's first win; her 2023 album 'My 21st Century Blues' was also nominated.
• Raye is the first female solo artist to win the prize since Little Simz in 2022.