Calum Baird is an emerging Scottish folk, punk and story-telling singer-songwriter and musician featured on BBC Radio 2, BBC 6 Music, BBC Introducing, BBC Radio Scotland and Amazing Radio.
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, Billy Bragg, The Pogues and Dick Gaughan.
“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