Based in Edinburgh, the multi-talented musician Calum Ingram offers a truly original sonic output, drawing on the expressive sounds of blues rock led by his unique cello work. Influenced by artists such as Peter Gabriel, Jimi Hendrix, John Mayer, Jack White and John Martyn, Calum’s musical journey is marked by exceptional musicianship, a profound connection to his instrument and a dedication to both personal and social causes.
First making his entrance in 2016, he unveiled his unique sound with the debut EP “Turn Around,” returning in 2020 with two new singles. His artistic endeavours go beyond just music, reflecting an authentic nature and kindness that extends to charitable contributions and collaboration with organisations like Musicians in Exile, who provide refugees and asylum seekers with a platform to nurture their passion for music.
Currently working on his forthcoming album, set to drop in the Spring, the record promises a reflective gaze into personal experiences and the modern political climate. Now he brings us his latest release with the new single titled “Show Me the Way,” the perfect demonstration of Calum’s ability to wield his electric cello as if it were a blues rock guitar.
Opened by the plucks and slides of bass guitar as lofty organ tones glide above, before Calum takes the lead with a grooving blues riff performed on his electric cello, wrapped in fuzzy distortion. The laid back shuffle of drums drives the rhythm as Calum’s vocal leads thread bright melodic flutters carrying optimistic lyricism.
“Show Me the Way” is a sonic manifestation of finding light in life’s darkest corners delivered ia a distillation of Calum’s positive energy. With the patter of drums and vibrant organ tones forming the backbone of the song, Calum serves up a sensational display of his performance panache with a slick cello solo before the song builds to an Eastern style breakdown full of moody sonic aesthetic and intense Persian scale inspired construction.
Erupting into an infectious showcase of call and response section between Calum’s cello leads and the dancing organ work, the song delivers a dazzling finale in homage to the special people Calum met during his work for Musicians In Exile. Paired with the single is the music video filmed in Endrick Hill Drymen, Scotland and directed by Charlie Smith. Featuring Calum and his ensemble of talented musicians performing the song, the music is brought to life in stunning visual form, captured by their superb performance.
Commenting on the single, he shares, “It really fires my soul to slay down some electric cello riffs and when it was time get into the studio to record Show Me the Way I just couldn’t wait to attack it with my bow and 5 stringed NS Cello.”
Watch the music video for Show Me The Way below
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