Lewis Capaldi returns to TRNSMT 'firing on all cylinders'
Fans also saw performances from former Little Mix singer Perrie Edwards and BBC Introducing Artist of the Year Jacob Alon.
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Notable Quotes
"I had had a complete and utter mental health breakdown."
— Lewis Capaldi , Celebrity
"I completely forgot the lyrics to the first verse, but it was amazing after that!"
— Kerr Mercer , Celebrity
"I'm so grateful to have got the chance to play this year."
— Abbie Gordon , Celebrity
Key People
Abbie Gordon is a young singer from Irvine who is making her mark in music.
Amy Macdonald is a Scottish singer-songwriter known for her hit songs.
CMAT is an Irish country pop singer-songwriter known for her lively performances.
Kerr Mercer is a Scottish singer known for his performances in music festivals.
Lewis Capaldi is a Scottish singer-songwriter known for his emotive ballads.
Perrie Edwards is an English singer and member of the girl group Little Mix.
Skye Newman is a Scottish singer known for her soulful pop music.
Susan Boyle is a Scottish singer who gained fame on 'Britain's Got Talent.'
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Fans also saw performances from former Little Mix singer Perrie Edwards and BBC Introducing Artist of the Year Jacob Alon.
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