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Scottish twin-brother duo renowned for their raw vocal harmonies, thick Scottish accents, and energetic blend of folk, rock, and pop.Identical twin brothers Craig and Charlie Reid formed The Proclaimers in 1983 in Auchtermuchty, Scotland. They achieved global fame with their 1988 single 'I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles)' and have released multiple albums celebrating Scottish identity and social themes, maintaining a dedicated following despite fluctuating mainstream success.

• The twins were expelled from school at age 16 for refusing to cut their hair, later working manual jobs before pursuing music full-time.
• Their breakthrough hit 'I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles)' became a cultural phenomenon after featuring in the 1993 film 'Benny & Joon', revitalizing their career after initial commercial struggles.
• The duo took a 7-year hiatus starting in 1994 due to exhaustion and family commitments, but returned triumphantly in 2001 with the album 'Persevere'.
• Known for political activism, they supported Scottish independence during the 2014 referendum and frequently address social justice issues in lyrics.