Doves and The Streets are joint favourites to win this year's Mercury Music Prize.
'The Last Broadcast' by Doves and The Streets' debut 'Original Pirate Material' are the front runners; both are at 4/1 with the bookies.
David Bowie, who is nominated for his new album 'Heathen' is at 6/1.
Irish singer-songwriter Gemma Hayes is among the 12 acts nominated for the prestigious music prize.
The winner will be announced at a ceremony in London on 17 September.
