Ruthie Foster
Ruthie Foster | |
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Foster performing at The Living Room in New York City; January 24, 2007 | |
| Background information | |
| Born | February 10, 1964 Gause, Texas, U.S. |
| Genres | Blues, folk, gospel blues |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, songwriter |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals, guitar |
| Years active | 1997–present |
| Labels | Sun Records, Blue Corn Music, M.O.D. Records |
| Website | ruthiefoster.com |
Ruthie Cecelia Foster (born February 10, 1964) is an American singer-songwriter of blues and folk music. She mixes a wide palette of American song forms, from gospel and blues to jazz, folk and soul. She has often been compared to Bonnie Raitt and Aretha Franklin. Foster has been nominated for multiple Grammy Awards for Best Blues Album and Best Contemporary Blues Album, and won her first Grammy on February 2, 2025.