Hurricane Ruth

While some artists are known for their innovations within a certain genre, others make a name for themselves by excelling within the established confines, reminding us what made a particular type of music treasured in the first place. Blues singer Hurricane Ruth is firmly rooted within the latter group, an old school blues traditionalist who embodies the idea of “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” As her name suggests, Hurricane Ruth packs quite the punch with her strong, powerful voice and energetic live show. Over her career, the St. Louis native has performed alongside blues greats such as John Lee Hooker, B.B. King, Willie Dixon, and Taj Mahal, illustrating that even someone of her small stature can stand among giants. In 2020, Hurricane Ruth released her fifth album Good Life, which continues her flawless track record of assembling the perfect band to back her earth-shaking voice.