Music has always been a part of Ruthie Foster’s life. The singer/songwriter from Gause, Texas comes from a family of gospel singers and by the time she was 14, she was a soloist in her hometown choir. She attended community college in Waco, Texas, studying music and audio engineering and began fronting a blues band. Foster joined the Navy and sang in the naval band; after her service, she moved to New York, where she performed at folk venues around the city. She was offered a recording deal to sing pop music, but she wanted to perform the music of her youth. Throughout her storied career, Ruthie Foster has remained true to her roots.

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Ruthie Foster

Lyric Theatre

Ruthie Foster is a four-time Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter who mixes a wide palette of American song forms, from gospel and blues to jazz, folk and soul. Described by Rolling Stone as “pure magic to watch and hear,” her vocal talent was elevated in worship services at her community church. Drawing influence from legendary acts like Mavis Staples and Aretha Franklin, Foster developed a unique sound unable to be contained within a single genre. That uniqueness echoes a common theme in Ruthie’s life and career - marching to the beat of her own drum.

The Smith Center for the Performing Arts

Bass master Ruth Davies is a bona-fide blues legend, having toured and recorded with artists like John Lee Hooker, Jimmy Witherspoon, Bonnie Raitt, and more. Ruth is joined tonight by Texas vocal legend and three-time Grammy nominee Ruthie Foster, whose songwriting has garnered awards from Living Blues and the Austin Music Awards. Her voice is incredible, her storytelling superb, and her Texas blues guitar playing will knock you out

Ruthie Foster

Events

Mar 3, 2024

Ruthie Foster · The Lyric Theatre

22 - 23 Feb, 2024

Ruthie Foster · The Smith Center

Jul 19, 2023

Ruth Davies' Blues Night with special guest Ruthie Foster · Stanford University Department of Music

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