Cellist and multi-instrumentalist Calum Ingram releases the music video for ‘Dancing In The Moonlight’
DEBUT DOUBLE A-SIDE 7” INCH VINYL SINGLE
“DANCING IN THE MOONLIGHT” & “DEMON EYES”
RELEASED FRIDAY 31st JULY 2020
PRE-ORDER THE VINYL FROM FRIDAY 3rd JULY AT
https://calum-ingram-music.myshopify.com
PRE-SAVE THE FIRST SINGLE “DANCING IN THE MOONLIGHT” FROM FRIDAY 3rd JULY AT https://smarturl.it/dancingindamoonlight
Alternative rock and roots cellist, singer and multi-instrumentalist Calum Ingram launches his long-awaited double A side 7” inch vinyl single “Dancing in The Moonlight” and “Demon Eyes” on Friday 31st July 2020.
The double A-Side 7” vinyl single will be available to pre-order Friday 3rd July from https://calum-ingram-music.myshopify.com. The first single “Dancing In The Moonlight” isavailable to pre-save from https://smarturl.it/dancingindamoonlight.
Calum’s unique rendition of Thin Lizzy’s classic “Dancing in The Moonlight” is a fun, positive and empowering answer to the strange climate the world seems to be in at present. The songs were co-produced by Kirk Yano (2cello’s, Miles Davis, Mariah Carey) in NYC and Calum in Paisley, Scotland.
“What Calum does with the cello is amazing,” says record producer Tony Visconti (Thin Lizzy, David Bowie).
“I thought it would be an interesting idea to release two contrasting singles on one 7” inch vinyl,” says Calum.
Prepare yourself for a journey like Rory Gallagher meets 70’s Brit pop and Blues. ‘Dancing In The Moonlight’ & ‘Demon Eyes’ demonstrate a genre fluid sound sifting through pop elements and blues breakers style cello riffs.
“I decided to play some guitar and a bit of bass to give a bed of rock for some funky cello riffs,” says Calum.
“Dancing in the Moonlight” is showcased in a way like you have never heard before. I’ve tried to take the Thin Lizzy classic and turn it on its head.”
“The moment Tony Visconti asked me to come up with my own unique take of the track for 50 years celebration concert in London, I knew I could take it to another place,” reflects Calum.
From the moment you first hear Calum’s “Dancing in the Moonlight” you’ll be brimming with optimism at this fun-loving rock cover.
CALUM INGRAM – BIOGRAPHY
Calum has played the cello from age nine and never looked back. He’s developed a unique approach to the cello intertwining his strings. He draws influences from Peter Gabriel, Jimi Hendrix, John Mayer, Jack White, and John Martyn.
In 2013 Calum wrote and performed music for the off-Broadway Show Devision Avenue and won the award for Best Sound Design as part of The Midtown International Theatre Festival, New York City. Later that year, he released his debut album “Making It Possible.”
In 2015, he headlined the acoustic main state at The Wicker Man Festival in Scotland, followed by the release of his “Turn Around” live EP. Shortly after his return, he signed a publishing deal with 23rd Precinct/Nottinghill Music.
Calum has toured America, Europe, and the UK. In 2016, he performed a special concert celebrating the life of the legendary Cream bassist, Jack Bruce, alongside Mick Taylor, Steve Hackett, Bernie Marsden Lulu, and Eddi Reader.
In 2017, Calum was featured in the Sky Arts TV series, Tony Visconti’s “Unsigned Heroes” which saw him performing a duet with Stewart Copeland (The Police) as part of Visconti’s 50 Years in Music celebratory concert. Calum’s debut album was nominated for Best Album and for the Kevin Thorpe Award at the British Blues Awards in 2014.
In 2019, Calum performed at the Blues Autour Du Zinc Festival in France, following by extensive touring.
2020 is shaping up to be a significant year for Calum as he releases his first 7” inch vinyl double A-side summer single
“Dancing In The Moonlight” and “Demon Eyes.” He is currently recording his next studio album.
Calum has collaborated with musicians including Vieux Farka Tore, the Ronstadt Brothers, Jasmine Rodgers and has supported Jack Bruce and American reggae superstars, Soja.
“Music is a powerful thing that can heal and bring people together lifting their spirits,” says Calum. I’ve seen this first-hand while working with “Musicians in Exile,” a group that helps asylum seekers and refugees. It is great to give back.”
Musically, Calum’s contributed to various charitable organizations. He has headlined Oxfam’s Glasgow Oxfam Festival and appeared in a video performing John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s “Imagine” that was showcased John Lennon’s social media platforms to help raise awareness for five charities.
