THE Snuts have become the first Scottish band in 14 years to see their debut album enter the charts at Number 1.
W.L topped the Official Albums Chart, and was also the most popular album across the UK’s independent record stores.
The last Scottish band to see their debut album enter the charts at Number 1 was The View, with their record Hats Off To The Buskers in 2007.
The Snuts managed to beat American singer Demi Lovato to the top spot in a tight race.
"This one is for all the fans who have proved that it’s possible to get a band like us to Number 1. Every copy you bought of this record goes a long way. It’s old school and it’s beautiful. Thanks very much – we love you,” the band said after their success.
It comes after Mogwai claimed the Number 1 spot recently with their latest release As The Love Continues.
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The Scottish Music Industry Association (SMIA) sent their congratulations to The Snuts, marking their “incredible achievement”.
A spokesperson said Mogwai and The Snuts’ success demonstrates “the strength, passion and determination from Scotland's artists and music industry” and signifies “an exciting and impactful period of engagement and connection with Scottish music”.
Another Scottish band, The Fratellis, are also in the top 20 with their album Half Drunk Under A Full Moon at Number 12.
Elsewhere on the charts, Justin Bieber’s Justice was the most streamed album, and post-punk band Dry Cleaning entered the charts at Number 4 with their debut.
Dua Lipa’s Future Nostalgia, the biggest album of the year so far, is at Number 5.
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