Scottish singer Jim Diamond has passed away at the age of 64

Glasgow-born singer-songwriter Jim Diamond has died aged 64.

He first entered the UK singles charts in 1982 with his band Ph.D's song 'I Won't Let You Down'.

He went on to achieve international success with 'I Should Have Known Better' and 'Hi-Ho Silver', the theme tune for ITV series 'Boon' starring Michael Elphick and Neil Morrissey.

His family said they were "deeply shocked by his sudden death".

A family spokesman added: "He was a devoted family man who loved his wife Chrissy and his children Sara and Lawrence, and the music that he continued to make.

"He dedicated a lot of time over recent years to the Cash for Kids charity appeal in Scotland with his friend Sir Tom Hunter and was still active and well respected on the music scene.

"He'll be much missed by all who knew him and everyone who loved his music and his unique voice and style."

He passed away at his home in London.

His single 'I Should Have Known Better' went straight to number one and was nominated for an Ivor Novello award. His next single 'Hi Ho Silver' was another top ten hit.

In the late 90s, he teamed up with saxophonist Chris "Snake" Davis from soul outfit M People. They performed together and later worked on Diamond's album Souled and Healed which was released, in 2005.

In 2011, he released an album of soul covers featuring Scottish musicians including Wet Wet Wet drummer Tommy Cunningham and Greg Kane of Hue & Cry.

Watch Jim Diamond's hits below: