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I’ve been looking for an excuse to post something about Bat for Lashes, so here it is: just minutes ago the short list for the Mercury Prize was announced.

The Young Knives : Voices Of Animals And Men
Bat For Lashes: Fur And Gold
Jamie T: Panic Prevention
Klaxons : Myths Of The Near Future
The View: Hats Off To The Buskers
Amy Winehouse: Back To Black
Basquiat Strings: Basquiat Strings
Dizzee Rascal : Maths + English
New Young Pony Club: Fantastic Playroom
Maps : We Can Create
Fionn Regan: The End Of History
Arctic Monkeys: Favourite Worst Nightmare

Here’s the stunning vid for Bat For Lashes’ “What’s Girl to Do’. Be sure to cop the vinyl of her debut album. The artwork alone is gonna make it a collector’s item for sure.

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