WATCH: Introducing the 2020 Shortlist

Clara Amfo leads us through a deeper look at the 12 incredible albums that make up a snapshot in music over the past twelve months...

Jessie Ware - 'Free Yourself'

Jessie Ware performs 'Free Yourself' at the Awards Show for the 2023 Mercury Prize with FREENOW.

Olivia Dean - 'Carmen'

Olivia Dean performs 'Carmen' at the Awards Show for the 2023 Mercury Prize with FREENOW.

Young Fathers - 'I Saw'

Young Fathers perform 'I Saw' at the Awards Show for the 2023 Mercury Prize with FREENOW.

Ezra Collective - 'Victory Dance'

Ezra Collective perform 'Victory Dance' at the Awards Show for the 2023 Mercury Prize with FREENOW.

Shygirl - 'Woe'

Shygirl performs 'Woe' at the Awards Show for the 2023 Mercury Prize with FREENOW.

Jockstrap - 'Concrete Over Water'

Jockstrap perform 'Concrete Over Water' at the Awards Show for the 2023 Mercury Prize with FREENOW.

Loyle Carner - 'HGU'

Loyle Carner performs at the Awards Show for the 2023 Mercury Prize with FREENOW.

RAYE - 'The Thrill Is Gone.'

RAYE performs at the Awards Show for the 2023 Mercury Prize with FREENOW.

Lankum 'Go Dig My Grave'

Lankum perform 'Go Dig My Grave' at the Awards Show for the 2023 Mercury Prize with FREENOW.