Ruth Theodore

Ruth Theodore brings a full-band show to The Attic in Leeds, presenting songs from a forthcoming record alongside material from the latest album. The artist's music sits within pop, rock and indie.

Ruth Theodore is a British artist whose songwriting has drawn international critical acclaim. Signed to Ani DiFranco's label, Righteous Babe Records, Ruth has been described by The Guardian as an original voice in folk. The latest album, I Am I Am, has received consistently five-star reviews, and recent months have included extensive touring in the United States, with appearances at major festivals and well-regarded venues.

The concerts on this visit to the UK are full-band shows. Calum Prior, a virtuoso pianist, joins Ruth on keys and soundscapes, while drummer Tim Amatah makes a debut appearance with the line-up, adding beats and percussion. Brand-new songs from an upcoming record are being performed in complete band arrangements for the first time.

Ruth's playing combines percussive guitar with emotive piano, and the lyrics mix politics and playfulness with a streak of joyful defiance that pushes at the boundaries of gender and genre. The Attic is a Leeds venue that hosts concerts and shows.