Ruthie Foster
Those who have followed Ruthie Foster’s eclectic musical history know that she can burn down any stage with her combustible blend of soul, blues, rock, folk and gospel. And when Grammy Award-winning producer John Chelew suggested she record an album in New Orleans — with support handpicked from the Crescent City’s overflowing pool of talent — it was an opportunity for Ruthie to infuse fresh spices into her already rich sonic gumbo. The result is ‘Let It Burn’, a recording that smolders, sizzles and ignites with an intensity born from her vibrant voice and indelible presence.
Ruthie Foster plays The Borderline on 30th July.
“She sounds long-suffering, forthright,
resilient and thoroughly at home” The New York Times
“There’s no denying the power of Foster’s
monstrous voice…” Paste Magazine
“..a full-on blast of soul and blues..” Blues Revue