Benjamin Clementine wins 2015 Mercury Prize

James Hanley

Pianist and singer Benjamin Clementine has won the 2015 Mercury Prize for his debut album At Least for Now.

Clementine, who was raised in north London before relocating to Paris, dedicated the award to his adopted city in the wake of last Friday’s terror attacks.

Collecting the winner’s trophy and £25,000, the 26-year-old added: “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 ...

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