GRAMMY® Award–winning vocalist and guitarist Ruthie Foster returns to Australia in 2026, bringing the magnetic presence that has made her one of the most beloved figures in contemporary roots music.

As an extra special treat, this is one of the select shows on Ruthie's tour where she will be bringing her full band!

Frequently compared to Aretha Franklin for her emotional range and powerhouse delivery, Foster moves fluidly between blues, gospel, folk, and soul. Her masterful guitar work is as revered as her spine-tingling vocals, creating performances that blend intimacy, authenticity and sheer musical force.

Her last Australian tour arrived just weeks after she received her first Grammy® Award for Mileage (2024), produced by Tyler Bryant for Sun Records. Celebrated for its emotional honesty and craftsmanship, the album cemented her place as one of America’s defining modern storytellers.

A product of a gospel-rich upbringing in Gause, Texas, Foster found her voice in church before studying music, serving in the U.S. Navy, and developing her songwriting in New York. Her acclaimed albums - including Runaway Soul, The Phenomenal Ruthie Foster, The Truth According to Ruthie Foster, and Healing Time - reflect the breadth of her artistry. She has also collaborated with Bonnie Raitt, Susan Tedeschi, Derek Trucks, and other luminaries.

In 2026, Australian audiences can look forward to a soul-stirring evening of world-class musicianship and storytelling from one of the great artists of our time.