My mum just IM’ed me here in the US, to tell me that Elbow have won the Mercury Music Prize for their album ‘The Seldom Seen Kid’

I wasn’t convinced that it was a winner – and I know that Burial had some big bets on it, but I’m really happy – it has been my album of the year so far – and now it’ll pick up some more sales and good reviews.

I even had a cheeky tenner on it when it was announced – so I’m richer as well as happier today!