5 Facts About Wolf Alice's Mercury Prize Win

Wolf Alice’s “Visions of a Life” won the 2018 Mercury Prize. It beat 11 other shortlisted albums, including Arctic Monkeys’ “Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino” and Florence + the Machine’s “High as Hope.”

The album is the band’s second studio release. It followed their 2015 debut “My Love Is Cool,” which was also nominated for the Mercury Prize.

The win was considered a surprise by many. Arctic Monkeys and Florence + the Machine were seen as stronger commercial contenders.

The Mercury Prize judges praised the album’s range. They highlighted its blend of grunge, shoegaze, and pop influences as a standout quality.

The award came with a £25,000 cash prize. Wolf Alice used the money to fund future recording projects and touring.