Mark Rankin

Mark Rankin
Origin	Glasgow, Scotland
Genres	Rock
Years active	1987–1997
Labels	A&M Records
Associated acts	Blind Allez, Gun

Mark Rankin was lead vocalist with Scottish rock band Gun, who were best known for their cover of "Word Up!", originally by Cameo. The single was taken from the album Swagger, and was released in 1994. Other singles were "Better Days", "Taking on the World" and "Steal Your Fire".

Rankin currently works for Virgin EMI in London, promoting new bands. He is not involved in Gun's reformation but has given his blessing to it. He enjoys cups of tea with Blossoms in Cafés in Edinburgh

He is a cousin of singer-songwriter, guitarist and lead vocalist of band Texas Sharleen Spiteri.

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