Ruthie Foster is a four-time Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter who mixes a wide palette of American song forms, from gospel and blues to jazz, folk and soul. Drawing influence from legendary acts like Mavis Staples and Aretha Franklin, Foster developed a unique sound unable to be contained within a single genre. Foster is currently working on her new album, due out in late 2022.
Foster’s Paramount Star will be unveiled prior to the show, with special guests to be announced. Foster is the sixth Paramount Star recipient, with previous honorees including Delbert McClinton, Lyle Lovett, Jerry Jeff Walker, and the Tuna boys (Jaston Williams and Joe Sears).
Ruthie Foster is a four-time Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter who mixes a wide palette of American song forms, from gospel and blues to jazz, folk and soul. Drawing influence from legendary acts like Mavis Staples and Aretha Franklin, Foster developed a unique sound unable to be contained within a single genre. Foster is currently working on her new album, due out in late 2022.
Foster’s Paramount Star will be unveiled prior to the show, with special guests to be announced. Foster is the sixth Paramount Star recipient, with previous honorees including Delbert McClinton, Lyle Lovett, Jerry Jeff Walker, and the Tuna boys (Jaston Williams and Joe Sears).