Glasgow takes music very seriously with bands and artists raving about the crowds and atmosphere after they have played a gig in one of the city’s many legendary venues.
It’s an old cliché for acts to tell crowds that they have been a wonderful audience and the best they have performed in front of, but several musicians from Glasgow who haven’t forgotten their roots and still speak fondly about the city with their passion and affection for the ‘dear green place’ still shining through.
Whether they have been inspired by growing up in Glasgow, fancy giving some tips on places to check out for a pint or bite to eat, or are missing some fine home comforts - here are 12 musicians connected to Glasgow speaking about their love for the city.
9. Sharleen Spiteri
“I’m originally from Finnieston. I actually grew up in Minerva Street. The Hydro used to be my playground because it was a spare ground.” | AFP via Getty Images
10. Stuart Murdoch
“Glasgow is extraordinary to me. I walk, cycle or sit in the city every day. I like to sit beside the river, dreaming about the Glasgow that was and perhaps the Glasgow that never was. Those imaginary scenarios become the songs.” Photo: Andrew Milligan
11. Paolo Nutini
“If you want a good Guinness, go to MJ Heraghty’s pub on the Southside of Glasgow. You’ve got a few options there, but that’s the one I’ve been heading to recently for my Guinness. If you want something really nice to eat, go to Café Gandolfi. They do a take on Scottish food but with a twist.” Photo: Submitted
12. Stuart Braithwaite
“There were two camps. There was the ‘move to London and try to sell millions of records’ camp, and then there was the Pastels, Teenage Fanclub camp, and it was the ‘stay in Glasgow and be like the Pastels’. Photo: National World