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“Lyrics that will resonate with listeners” – Angela Griffin, BBC Radio 2

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

“I’m a massive fan of what he does – there’s always lyrics that mean something” – Jim Gellatly, Amazing Radio

“Contemporary, contemplative and thoughtful” – Iain Anderson, BBC Radio Scotland

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

“A very talented laddie” – Tam Cowan, BBC Off The Ball

“An anthemic punky-folk style reminiscent of Billy Bragg” – Fresh On The Net


Germany 2026 Tour


November Tours – Scotland and England


Latest single – Discovery

Out now on Seahouse Records

“A glorious song by one of my favourite folk artists” – Jim Gellatly, Amazing Radio

“A strong song with evocative imagery” – Fresh On The Net

“Turns memory and place into something intimate, honest, and quietly lasting” – Fame Magazine

“Thoughtful, understated, and emotionally grounded…highlights Calum Baird’s ability to turn everyday spaces into something deeply human and quietly unforgettable” – MuzicNotez

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Calum Baird

Una Semana en La Habana

Live on El Malecon, Havana (outdoors acoustic)


The Morning Star – Havana Biennial: Cuban culture defies the US empire

From intimate venues to grand stages, Scottish singer-songwriter Calum Baird finds Cuba’s cultural heart still beats strong while power cuts and sanctions fail to silence artistic expression

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Live on El Malecon


The Herald – Scots singer recognised after unique performance in Cuba

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Live at La Mansion Castillo - filmed by Cubavision


Scottish Parliament Motion: Scottish Singer-songwriter, Calum Baird, Performing at Prestigious International Art and Cultural Festival

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Between the Worlds (live outdoors acoustic)


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Music

These Dire Days

Out Now

“A strong, melodic chorus…You can hear the influence of The Pogues and Bob Dylan” – John Kerr, BBC Radio Ulster

“Sublime” – The Falkirk Herald

“Another fantastic track from one of my favourite folk artists” – Jim Gellatly, Amazing Radio

“One of the best singer-songwriters around” – Alistair Braidwood, ScotsWhayHaeShow, CamGlen Radio


I Don’t Want War (I Want Beauty Today)

“An ode to the state of the world.  A great track from one of my favourite folk artists” – Jim Gellatly, Amazing Radio


From Me To You

Cover of a Beatles classic

“An interesting little Beatles cover with a good message” – Iain Anderson, BBC Radio Scotland


Mi Verdad

Out Now

“Reflecting on the weight of words left unsaid” – Iain Anderson, BBC Radio Scotland

“A deep and unique sound” – Heartland FM

“A great new song – captivating and folk-fuelled” – Jim Gellatly, Amazing Radio


Between the Worlds

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“A brilliant and powerful song” – Aisha, Future Hits Radio

“A beautiful composition” – Iain Anderson, BBC Radio Scotland

“Poignant in times like these that we live in” – Jim Gellatly, Amazing Radio

“A gorgeous song” – Angela Griffin, BBC Radio 2 Unwinds


Beauty in the Worst of Times

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On Bandcamp


It’s 4am…

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On Bandcamp


Few and Far Between

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Some Call This Normal

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On Bandcamp


Für Ewig

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On Bandcamp


Exiles

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On Bandcamp – all proceeds from sales here go to FARE Scotland.


Stranger Things Have Come and Gone

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On Bandcamp


A View From the Notebooks

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On Bandcamp


The Stones of Tomorrow

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On Bandcamp


Modern Man

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On Bandcamp


City For Sale

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On Bandcamp


I Still Believe in an Alternative

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No Right Turn

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Upcoming Shows

October 2026 – Germany

10 October – Irish Rover, Hamburg – 9pm
12 October – Zimmer 16, Berlin – 8pm
14 October – Tonfink, Lübeck – 8pm
17 October – Henblas Hotel, Neuenrade – 8pm
18 October – Holle-Stube, Eschwege – 6pm
22 October – Microbrewery, Michelstadt – 7pm
24 October – Domhan, Wuppertal – 8pm

November 2026 – Scotland

with Attila the Stockbroker

4 November – MacArts, Galashiels
5 November – The Mill Cafe, Gatehouse of Fleet
6 November – 50RPM, Coatbridge
7 November – Hillgigs, Stirling
8 November – Clarks on Lindsay Street, Dundee. Tickets on sale now
9 November – House Concert, Macduff
10 November – Krakatoa, Aberdeen. Tickets on sale now
11 November – Upstairs at Gellions Bar, Inverness
12 November – The Aurrie Mor, Lower Largo
13 November – Vault Arts Centre, Newton Stewart
14 November – Bowling Club, Rothesay
15 November – Graham Institute, West Linton.  Tickets on sale now

November 2026 – England

19 November – Chester Tavern, Kidderminster
20 November – Horsforth Tap, Leeds – with Lewis Pugh. Tickets on sale now
21 November – The Queen’s Head, Belper
26 November – The People’s Republic, Hull
27 November – Hop and Hazelwood, Manchester
28 November – Seahouse Venue, Barrow-in-Furness plus more TBC