Ruth Theodore
Contact
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UK PRESS & RADIO: will@willmccarthy.com
LABEL: info@riverratrecords.com
DISTRIBUTION: alan.levermore@properdistribution.co.uk
WEBSITE: www.ruththeodore.com
FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/ruththeodoremusic
TWITTER: twitter.com/ruththeodore
MAILING LIST: eepurl.com/bEWSn
General Info
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Genre: Acoustic / Alternative / Folk
Location London, London and South East, Un
Profile Views: 88296
Last Login: 5/3/2012
Member Since 2/4/2006
Website www.ruththeodore.com
Record Label River Rat Records
Type of Label Indie
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Bio
Ruth Theodore is a compelling and original songwriter based in London UK. Her writing has gained the respect of fans and critics alike, most notably for her second album White Holes Of Mole Hills, which was released in February 2010 on River Rat Records / Proper Music Distribution. -
Members
Ruth Theodore (Voice & Guitar), Haruna Komatsu (Clarinet), Clarissa Carlyon (Cello and Melodica), James Hurst (Bass), Dave Jennings (Drums). -
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Sounds Like
"Songs so quirky and unexpected that it's impossible to imagine anyone else performing them, following none of the more conventional styles of song-writing. And it actually works." - The Guardian (****)
Videos
Ruth Theodore - Making of "Dear Lamp Love Moth"
05:22 | 15 plays | Apr 10 2013
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Ruth Theodore
So meet Magda! Practically everything you see was hand made and hand moved. Hope you enjoy! http://t.co/SWLW3XEJgd
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Ruth Theodore
'Archimedes' gets its first public airing in the June edition online now. http://t.co/7xWItAQszb
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Ruth Theodore
Special and very limited editions of my new album are now available to pre-order. THANK YOU! http://t.co/HglrDPE3VD
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Ruth Theodore
uploaded a new video:
Music
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9 Songs | Feb 14, 2010
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13 Songs | Jun 9, 2008
Comments
- Jo2 years ago
When are you coming to Bristol???? Loving your music thank you xxx
- Zoe Konez2 years ago
Hello I'm the random that grabbed you outside your In The City gig and bought your CD.
Very nice to see you there :-) - Purpular Records2 years ago
Hey rooster, long time no see. Hope you are realy well and hope to catch you when you are back in town. Have a listen to some of the music i've been recording when you get a chance. Take care for now and we'll have a beer soon (or cider or whatever you are drinking now lol) xxx Glennster.
- Purpular Records2 years ago
Hi, thought i'd say hi as i was passing by.
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- KYlIe MAsten2 years ago
I love your music.
- KYlIe MAsten2 years ago
I really enjoy your music
- Da guopo D Ville3 years ago
thanks for the add god bless
- Nice Boy!3 years agothanks for adding me.
very nice gig at pure groove. :)
julian. - Thadeus Project3 years ago
very cool orig blending of sound!! listened to the first 3 cuts. respect from chicago. glenn
Quotes
"Breathless vocals, angular, cryptic, and engaging. Beneath the self-conscious eccentricity there's a serious musician." - The Observer on Sunday
"Her tales of broken and strange people can send shivers up the spine." - Q Magazine ★★★
"This is story telling at it's neatest, but messy in design and complicated in spectre. Ruth Theodore pushes boundaries, tests the audience and the ability of music, instruments and words to be more than just a song. This album is evidence of true, distinct talent." - Maverick ★★★★★
"Ani DiFranco and Martha Wainwright are the closest analogues - yet she's more playful and dangerous than either." - Uncut ★★★
Biography
Originally from a “nowhere place” between Winchester and Southampton, Ruth learned violin from an early age, before teaching herself guitar as a teenager. Her individual style as a guitarist has intrigued listeners and players, particularly those of the traditional folk inclination, since there is very little traditional about her playing.
Ruth’s lyrical creativity is always the focus of the writing though. Described as cryptic, dark, and even baffling, her deliberate turn of phrase is that of a skilled writer in command of (and having fun with) the idea of contemporary songwriting.
This combination results in some of the most unique and interesting songwriting and performing from a truly humble, and disarmingly engaging individual.


