Calum Baird is an emerging Scottish indie-folk singer-songwriter and musician featured on BBC 6 Music, BBC Introducing, BBC Radio Scotland, and is tipped for 2024 by Tom Robinson (BBC Radio 6 Music). Calum’s music is characterised by its honesty and authenticity, with lyrics that are often introspective and personal. His songs explore social commentary, modern life, relationships, alienation and social change. Calum’s influences include Neil Young, Bob Dylan, Dick Gaughan, Billy Bragg, Phoebe Bridgers and Phil Ochs.

“Echoing early Billy Bragg with his dogged optimism” – Tom Robinson, BBC 6 Music

“A rising Scottish folk star“ – Jim Gellatly, Amazing Radio

“A wonderful songwriter” – Charlie Ashcroft, Amazing Radio USA