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Sir Rod Stewart and Paolo Nutini among winners at Scottish Music Awards in Glasgow

Lewis Capaldi, Sir Rod Stewart, and Paolo Nutini were among the winner at this year's Specsavers Scottish Music Awards.

The ceremony returned to Glasgow's Barrowland Ballroom for the second time as it raised funds for Nordoff Robbins Music Therapy Charity.

The outstanding achievement in music award went to Sir Rod, who also performed live at the ceremony.

On collecting his award, Rod said: “I’ve received many awards before, but none from the land of my beloved father, so this is very special to me. I’d love to think that despite my English accent that I’m one of yous."

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Scottish star Lewis Capaldi has taken home the Raymond Weil Global Artist of the Year Award.

The Someone You Loved singer said the ceremony was where he was given his first-ever musical award.

His comeback song Forget Me catapulted to the top of the charts following its release in September.

Paolo Nutini was also recognised at the event as he scooped the Best Album and Best Live Act accolades following a comeback after a four-year hiatus.

Scots singer Gerry Cinnamon was awarded the King Tut's songwriting award on the night with renowned artist Ross Muir accepting on this behalf. Ross said: “Gerry’s songs mean the f*cking world to me man. Gerry is sorry he couldn’t be here tonight but he’s sure yous are all having fun”

Award-winning presenter and broadcaster, and long-time supporter of Nordoff Robbins, Edith Bowman returned once again to host the event.

Edith commented: “I am genuinely delighted to be back, and I never take for granted being asked to do this - whenever I do its ‘yes please’. We are back at the Barrowlands and I’m so pleased to have you all join us to celebrate the wealth and depth of talent in Scotland.

"Behind all the glitz and glamour is a purpose, and for tonight more so than ever, raising vital funds for Nordoff Robbins Music therapy.”

Other winners included Clare Grogan from new wave band Altered Images who scooped the living legend award.

And rock icons GUN, who were formed just round the corner from the Barras and play there on December 10, won the Hard Rock Café Legends award.

Social media star Rianne Downey was awarded the breakthrough award, while Tamzene, who opened the show, won the rising star accolade.

The View were awarded the special recognition honour, while Wet Leg were named as the best UK artist.

And Bros bassist turned record label boss Craig Logan was recognised by the Go Radio music industry award.

The 24th edition of the awards was hosted by Scottish presented Edith Bowman.

The Nordoff Robbins charity uses music to help those affected by life-limiting physical and mental illness, disabilities or feelings of isolation.

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