Ruthie Foster is an American singer and songwriter born on February 10, 1964, in Goose, New York. Her musical style combines elements of blues and jazz. At the age of fourteen, Ruthie Foster became the lead singer of a gospel choir in her hometown, which determined her future in music. During her career, she released several critically acclaimed albums and was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Blues Album. Her best-known compositions include "Runaway Soul" and "Phenomenal Woman" Ruthie Foster has made significant contributions to the development of modern blues and jazz.

• Genres: Джаз, Блюз
• Country: USA
• Language: English