Portishead Speech After Winning Mercury Prize 1995

The speaker expresses surprise and disbelief about an award, questioning the judging system for albums. They discuss the effort put in by their band and express confusion about public events. The speaker critiques the idea of selecting a single best album, emphasizing the personal emotions invested in music. They reflect on their expectations for the event and share personal anecdotes.

What was the speaker's initial reaction to the award?

• They were angry and upset.

• They were indifferent.

• They were surprised and disbelieving.

• They were excited and expected it.

How does the speaker describe the experience in front of the cameras?

• As a normal and expected event.

• As a surreal and ridiculous experience.

• As a thrilling and exciting moment.

• As a boring and uneventful occurrence.

What does the speaker suggest about the number of albums deserving recognition?

• No albums should be judged.

• Only ten albums should be considered.

• There are more than ten albums deserving recognition.

• Only one album should be recognized.

What does the speaker imply about personal emotions in music?

• They complicate the judging process.

• They make judging albums easier.

• They are crucial and should be considered.

• They are irrelevant to album recognition.

What was the speaker's expectation for the event?

• To perform on stage.

• To have a quiet evening with their girlfriend.

• To meet famous people.

• To win an award.