CHVRCHES, above, Steve Mason and Mogwai are among the shortlisted candidates in the running for a top music gong.

Seven others, including The Pastels and last year's winner RM Hubbert will be competing for the Scottish Album of the Year award.

Biffy Clyro also secured their finalist spot after they were voted in by the public during a 72-hour online poll.

The award will be presented on June 19 in Glasgow's Barrowland Ballroom.