First Mind
First Mind is the debut album by British singer-songwriter Nick Mulvey, and was released on 12 May 2014. Promotion. In June 2013 Mulvey embarked on a 16-date tour, supporting Laura Marling on eight dates of her UK tour, and playing festivals including Glastonbury and Latitude. In December of that year Mulvey was nominated for the BBC Sound of 2014 award, eventually losing to fellow countryman Sam Smith. On 10 September 2014 "First Mind" was shortlisted for the 2014 Mercury Prize, alongside artists like Damon Albarn, Bombay Bicycle Club and Kate Tempest. Critical reception. According to review  aggregator website Metacritic, "First Mind" received an average score of 77 out of 100 based on 9 reviews, indicating generally favorable reviews. "The Telegraph" awarded the album five stars, with reviewer Helen Brown calling the album "a lovely, and rewarding record." "Clash" were similarly positive, complimenting the album for being "full of intricacies and influences that should see it celebrated as one of the great albums of 2014." "Q" commended Mulvey on his debut work outside of Portico Quartet, confirming that he "is very much his own man on this highly intriguing debut." Popular blog "The Line of Best Fit  complimented the album on being a total package of pop hooks, instrumental genius and gorgeous rhythms", calling Mulvey "an extremely talented musician".