Singer songwriter Benjamin Clementine has won the Mercury Prize 2015 for his debut record At Least for Now.
The artist is originally from north London but also lived in Paris while working on his music.
He beat competition from the likes of Roisin Murphy and Jamie xx to take the £25,000 prize at the event, which took place on Friday 20 November.
Commenting on his victory, Benjamin said: ‘I’d like to thank music. I can’t believe I actually won this. I never thought I’d actually say this, if there’s anyone watching, any child, any youngster, any student, the world’s your oyster, go out and get whatever you want to get.’
Simon Frith, chair of the judges, added: ‘Benjamin Clementine is a remarkable new artist. At Least For Now is a stunningly original and emotionally gripping album that offers endless and surprising delights.’
Other artists shortlisted for the award included C Duncan, Wolf Alice, Ghostpoet and Slaves.
Check out our Mercury Prize playlist and read an interview with Slaves producer Jolyon Thomas on the making of their record.
The artist is originally from north London but also lived in Paris while working on his music.
He beat competition from the likes of Roisin Murphy and Jamie xx to take the £25,000 prize at the event, which took place on Friday 20 November.
Commenting on his victory, Benjamin said: ‘I’d like to thank music. I can’t believe I actually won this. I never thought I’d actually say this, if there’s anyone watching, any child, any youngster, any student, the world’s your oyster, go out and get whatever you want to get.’
Simon Frith, chair of the judges, added: ‘Benjamin Clementine is a remarkable new artist. At Least For Now is a stunningly original and emotionally gripping album that offers endless and surprising delights.’
Other artists shortlisted for the award included C Duncan, Wolf Alice, Ghostpoet and Slaves.
Check out our Mercury Prize playlist and read an interview with Slaves producer Jolyon Thomas on the making of their record.
