The word "ruth" means "friend", and a friendly atmosphere is exactly what you get with Philadelphia folk band Kelly and The Ruths. With their smooth vocals, jazz-inspired folk tunes, and laid-back stage presence, The Ruths will delight fans of many genres.
Their debut album, Wild Things was released in October 2008 and a mid-west tour began in March 2009, where they entertained colleges such as Shippensburg University, Elizabethtown College, West Virginia University, and Manchester College, IN. But nothing can take these fun, carefree musicians away from their true home; Philadelphia. They have played at Philly's beloved venues including The Tin Angel, The North Star Bar, World Cafe Live, and Milkboy Coffee.
Fresh off their win at the 2009 Philadelphia Songwriters Project Contest, Kelly and The Ruths have performed at the Kimmel Center Summer Solstice Fest, Bethlehem Musikfest, Philly Folk Fest, and have been featured on WXPN's Folk Show. The Ruths are currently working on their sophomore album.
Press:
“Alone or accompanied by a six-piece band, this seasoned musician is known for her soothing stage performance and entrancing vocals. Compared by fans to such musicians as Norah Jones, Feist, and She & Him, Kelly Ruth has a unique style that speaks–and sings–for itself.”
-www.phillysongwriters.com
“It’s a given that when Kelly Ruth steps on stage she will enchant her audience with the smooth sounds of her jazzy lyrics. But this solo artist doesn’t require a guitar to get her fans snapping along to her folk music vibrations-all she needs is an upright bass... Her enthusiasm for creating positive change is just one thing that sets Kelly Ruth apart from other artists. The release of her debut album, Wild Things, has revealed her raw talent for original songwriting, with the floating melodies of "Sunny Day Love" and "Hush Darling" catching the ears of folk, pop, and jazz lovers alike.”
-www.cdbaby.com
“Kelly Ruth's girl-next-door demeanor leaves her audience asking for one more cup of sugar! Catching the ears of folk, pop and jazz listeners alike, the smooth sounds of her upright bass and Philly folk voice radiate the room with an energy like two new lovers walking under the city's lights.”
-www.sonicbids.com
Hey, I thought I would let you know about the holiday special going on right now. Mixing and mastering for just $40.99 per song! Go to our website at www.cybermixingstudio.com to learn more about it.
We are very excited about playing at such an awesome jazz club. We have some great sets lined up for you, so don't miss it. Friday and Saturday November 20th and 21st, 5:00-8:30p at Andy's Jazz Club in Chicago
Aaron Koppel -Guitar, Matt Nelson; (Lupe Fiasco, Matthew Santos) -Keyboard, Graham Czach; (Chicago Afrobeat Project) -bass, Robert Tucker (Matthew Santos) -drums
I really like your songwriting style! If you need any help mixing or mastering your songs let us know. You can see our services by going to www.cybermixingstudio.com
Ticket Prices: $15.00 Advance * $20.00 Day of Show $5.00 Camping (per person) available at the gate
For advance tickets please go see one of the bands or visit our friends at: • Dragonfly Studio and Gallery in West Reading, PA. • Antiques & Art of Pineville, RT 413 Pineville, PA
FOOD DRIVE Proceeds for this event will be donated to the Farm School at Snipes.
Artist: Lyle Rickards & the Black Lighters Boulevard Express The Vinegar Creek Constituency Painted Blue Mason Porter The Plucking Grassholes Jatoba ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The Green Living Festival Saturday Oct. 3, 2009 More information to come!
Hello Kelly!!! Its an honor to be your friend. I loved your music at Milboy and am looking forward to hearing more this summer! Congratulations on the contest! Andrea
Hey, I hope everything is fantastic. I know it has been a while since you've heard from me. I have been so busy trying to make this music thing happen. I have finally finished my new EP "Rise and Shine", and it is available for download on iTunes! Pretty exciting stuff. A Portion of each download will be donated towards the fight aginst cancer! There is also a bunch of great things in progress for the future, so please be in touch! Thanks so much for your love and support! It Truly means the world to me! Stop by and say Hey if you have some free time.
Hi ! Just popping by to have a browse at your page! Lovin' it! Hope everythings good with you. My myspace has been re-vamped, please check out my new recording and comment on my new promo pictures..there's more to come! Any feedback would be appreiciated =)