Glasgow has long been one of the world's great music cities, producing artists and bands whose influence extends far beyond Scotland.
From rock and folk to indie and electronic music, the city's rich cultural heritage and vibrant live music scene have helped shape generations of musicians and music lovers alike.
The city has given rise to internationally acclaimed artists such as Simple Minds, Texas and Franz Ferdinand, each contributing a unique sound that has left a lasting mark on the global music landscape.
Here are 14 of the greatest and most influential Glasgow musicians.
5. Paul Buchanan
Paul Buchanan is one of Glasgow’s most distinctive musical voices, renowned for his soulful songwriting, heartfelt lyrics, and the timeless sound he helped create as the frontman of The Blue Nile. | BBC
6. Angus Young
It might surprise you to hear this given the band formed in Australia, but Angus Young and his brother Malcolm Young grew up in Cranhill before emigrating down under which means we are definitely claiming them. | Getty Images
7. Lonnie Donegan
The King of Skiffle Lonnie Donegan was born in Bridgeton in April 1931 as the son to an Irish mother and Scottish father. Donegan left Glasgow when he was two years old as his family moved south to East Ham in Essex.
8. Charlie Burchill
Simple Minds guitarist Charlie Burchill grew up in the Gorbals and Toryglen and attended Holyrood Secondary School. | AFP via Getty Images