Claud (singer)

Claud Mintz, known professionally as Claud, is an American bedroom pop singer-songwriter from the suburbs of Chicago. Claud is non-binary and uses they/them pronouns. They are known for the songs "Soft Spot" and "Wish You Were Gay".

Career
Claud began releasing music under the pseudonym Toast, releasing an EP in 2018. In 2019, they dropped out of college at Syracuse University to pursue music full-time. Claud released the EP Sideline Star on October 25, 2019. In 2020, they formed a new band with Clairo, Josh Mehling, and Noa Frances Getzug, called Shelly. The group released two songs on October 30, 2020, titled "Steeeam" and "Natural". That same year, Claud became the first artist to sign with Phoebe Bridgers' record label Saddest Factory Records.

Claud's debut album, Super Monster, was released on February 12, 2021. In October 2021 they played with Bleachers at their Austin City Limits show. Their single "Soft Spot" was included on Vogue's list of The 38 Best Songs of 2021. In 2023, they were featured on the track "To Be Yours" by EDM duo Odesza.

On May 2, 2023, Claud released the single "Every Fucking Time" and announced their second album, Supermodels, which was released on July 14, 2023.

Backing band

 * Claud Mintz – lead vocals, guitar
 * Molly Kirschenbaum – bass, guitar, backing vocals
 * Francesca Impastato – drums, drum pad