Best Scottish Bands 2023: The 25 of the best bands, singers and artist from Scotland ever
From Ultravox to the modern day artists such as Biffy Clyro and Lewis Capaldi, wherever you look, Scotland has made a significant impact on music in every decade.
However, deciding who is the best Scottish band, singer or artist of all time can be a real challenge. Our office debate failed to settle the argument, so we threw it out to our readers to pick their favourites.
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Over 2000 of you responded, with a number of talented musicians chosen as your favourite. We tallied up each vote to discover which act, according to you, is the best Scottish artists of all time.
1. Runrig
Formed on the Isle of Skye in 1973, Runrig were far and wide the most mentioned band by our readers and are most famous for the song Loch Lomond. Photo: Contributed
2. Annie Lennox/Eurythmics
Aberdeen born Annie Lennox had success as a solo artist and with Eurythmics. She was most famous for the song Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This). Photo: Theo Wargo
3. Simple Minds/Jim Kerr
Fronted by Scottish singer Jim Kerr, Simple Minds are best known for the song Don't You (Forget About Me). Photo: JEAN-CHRISTOPHE VERHAEGEN
4. Big Country
Formed in Dunfermline, Fife, in 1981 Big Country are best known for the song In A Big Country. Photo: Contributed