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Today, multi-platinum-selling singer/songwriter Calum Scott returns with his blissed-out new single “Roots” — a summer-ready anthem that’s already made waves among his globe-spanning fanbase. Go HERE to listen to “Roots” now and watch the lyric video HERE.

Produced by The Six (Bebe Rexha, Little Mix) and Dino Medanhodzic with additional production from Jon “MAGS” Maguire (Leona Lewis, Rita Ora), “Roots” is the latest in a series of singles spotlighting Calum’s more lighthearted side and pop-leaning sensibilities. In creating the song, Calum co-wrote alongside Maguire, Richard Boardman (Jonas Brothers, James Blunt), and Mike Needle (Niall Horan, Rag'n'Bone Man), dreaming up a high-energy pop/rock stunner that instantly delivers a powerful mood lift.

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One of his most upbeat offerings to date, “Roots” rushes forward in fast-paced rhythms and handclap-backed beats as Calum sings the praises of the kind of love that lights up the soul and connects us to our truest selves. With its whistle-like tones and shimmering guitar work, the song takes on an unstoppable intensity thanks to the soaring power of Calum’s voice and the free-spirited joy within his lyrics (from the second verse: “Only young, making dumb mistakes/Get lost in a drunken haze/Got lost but I’m on my way home”).

Since Calum began teasing the track on social media, “Roots” has drummed up major anticipation among his fans and over 10 million views. Last month, Calum played the fun-loving song live for the very first time during his set at Rock In Rio Lisboa, immediately drawing a passionate response from the crowd.

Arriving on the heels of “Then There Was You” (the lead single from The Garfield Movie (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)) and “Lighthouse” (an epic love song accompanied by a breathtakingly cinematic video), “Roots” premieres as Calum continues performing at stadiums across Asia and Europe as support for Ed Sheeran’s extended “Mathematics Tour.” Known for a life-affirming live show that creates an incredibly close connection with the crowd, he’ll soon embark on “The Songbook So Far Tour” — a fall headlining run of North America, including stops at major cities across the U.S.

With support from rising Irish singer/songwriter Cian Ducrot, “The Songbook So Far Tour” will showcase songs from Calum’s gold-certified debut album Only Human (a 2018 LP featuring his 5X platinum smash “You Are The Reason” and 3X platinum cover of Robyn’s “Dancing On My Own”), his sophomore album Bridges (featuring soul-stirring hits like “Rise,” “Biblical,” and “If You Ever Change Your Mind”), and his forthcoming third album. Kicking off on October 3 at MTELUS in Montreal and wrapping up on October 15 at Yaamava’ Theater in Highland, CA, the long-awaited tour marks Calum’s first North American outing since the “Bridges World Tour” (a 2022 global headlining run). See below for the full list of tour dates and venues, and visit https://www.calumscott.com/ for further info.

Calum Scott “The Songbook So Far” North American Tour Dates

October 3 - Montreal, QC - MTELUS
October 4 - Toronto, ON - Massey Hall
October 6 - Boston, MA - Orpheum Theatre
October 9 - New York, NY – The Beacon Theatre
October 10 - Philadelphia, PA - The Fillmore Philadelphia
October 13 - Los Angeles, CA - The Wiltern
October 14 - Seattle, WA - The Paramount Theatre
October 15 - Highland, CA - Yaamava’ Theater