Ferdinand wins Mercury prize
From Associated Press
Scottish rockers Franz Ferdinand, whose debut album has been widely praised by critics, won the prestigious Mercury Music Prize.
The Glasgow-based quartet were the favorites among the 12 finalists to take home the award for their self-titled album.
The $35,600 prize, now in its 13th year, honors the best album of the year by a British or Irish band. It is judged on talent and innovation rather than commercial sales.
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