Calum Baird is an independent Scottish singer-songwriter influenced by Neil Young, Bob Dylan, Dick Gaughan, Billy Bragg, Phoebe Bridgers and Phil Ochs amongst others. He has toured extensively across mainland Europe, the UK and secured airplay via BBC Radio 6 Music Mixtape, BBC Radio Scotland, Amazing Radio and featured as Artist of the Week in Scotland On Sunday. He’s also played alongside the likes of Grace Petrie, The Wakes and scores of international artists. Calum’s music is characterised by its honesty and authenticity, with lyrics that are often introspective and personal. He headlines Leith Depot in EDINBURGH on Friday 20 February 2026
“Echoing early Billy Bragg” – Tom Robinson, BBC 6 Music
“A rising Scottish folk star” – Jim Gellatly, Amazing Radio
“A wonderful songwriter” – Charlie Ashcroft, Amazing Radio USA
