“One of Scotland’s most talented singers and songwriters” – Klof

Adam Ross is an indie-folk songwriter based in north-east Scotland. He is a solo artist and has also led the cult indie band Randolph's Leap for over a decade, releasing music with legendary Fife label Fence Records and Lost Map as well as Olive Grove Records and Fika Recordings. He is known for his unique brand of articulate lyricism which blends humour, poignancy, wordplay and offbeat stories.

Adam released a debut solo album Staring At Mountains in 2022, a sparse trio album featuring Pedro Cameron and Jenny Sturgeon. This was followed by the 2024 release of a critically acclaimed second solo album, Littoral Zone, produced by multiple Scottish Album Of The Year Award nominated composer and multi-instrumentalist Andrew Wasylyk. The album further cemented Adam's status as one of the country's most original songwriters. He released a standalone synth-pop single Drink The First Light featuring C. Duncan in 2025 and Adam’s third album, Bring On The Apathy, will be released on 15th May 2026 via Fika Recordings.

Adam has a track record of playing at festivals and venues across the country including Green Man, Celtic Connections, Belladrum and the Edinburgh Fringe. His reputation as an engaging, witty, storytelling performer was also enhanced by his role in The Isle of Love, a country-wide touring theatre show inspired by his songs. He also released two albums of vocoder country-pop music under the pseudonym A.R. Pinewood.

His music has received regular airplay on BBC Radio Scotland and BBC 6 Music including various singles and albums of the week. He has also received excellent press in newspapers such as The Herald and The Scotsman. 

“Sheer class” – BBC Radio Scotland

“Charm and character to spare” - The Scotsman

“Ross’s storytelling and songwriting is still second to none” – The Skinny

“In a fair world, this literate, funny, humane album would cement his status as a national treasure.” - Klof

“The Scottish Father John Misty” - For The Rabbits

“Ross’ lyrics have often been described as “witty” or “clever” but this sells his talent a bit short; his words are incisive, insightful, astute, literary, informed, inventive and best-of-all relatable.” - Resound Online

Pre-release praise for Bring On The Apathy:

"Masterful songwriting, memorable hooks and melodies at every turn, delicate arrangements and knowing and wise lyrics. A wonderful album. Highly recommended."  - Norman Blake (Teenage Fanclub) 

"Adam's music and songwriting comfortably inhabits the sweet spot between Edwyn Collins and The Beautiful South, and this album captures him in fine, fine form" - James Yorkston

"A clutch of literate and thoughtful new songs from Adam Ross, dressed in tasteful arrangements that revel in a rich chamber pop tradition. Adam’s lyrics are singular, raising eyebrows, smiles and spirits, usually in the same song." - Withered Hand