Glasgow's musical heritage is the stuff of legend.
Loads of well-known artists have selected Glasgow as the backdrop for their music video down the years, each of them making use of the city's unique vibe.
It's yet another reason why Glasgow is well worth its status as one of the world's best cities for music. Stretching right back to the early MTV era, everyone from Janet Jackson, Simple Minds and Liam Gallagher have used Glasgow as the place for their promos. It's a fascinating list - let's take a closer look.Here are just some of the top artists who have filmed their videos in Glasgow over the years. Let us know if there are any we've missed out in the comments below.
Janet Jackson - You American pop legend Janet Jackson was at the peak of her powers in the 1990s and chose Glasgow as the location for the promo video of her single You. The music vid was shot at the SECC Arena on June 2, 1998 in front of a select group of fans.Paolo Nutini - New Shoes Paisley's finest Paolo Nutini broke through in 2006 with a song that still remains one of his signature hits.
Belle and Sebastian - The Wrong Girl Glasgow indie pop outfit Belle and Sebastian have long had a cult following and have been known for their DIY approach to making videos. Released in 2000, The Wrong Girl is just one of a string of Belle music videos that have been filmed in and around Glasgow. The video features a shot of the city's iconic Duke of Wellington statue on Queen Street, complete with traffic cones-a-plenty.
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