"Nancy Ruth, a powerful and talented singer, combines together jazz, flamenco and Latin rhythms in a natural way, creating a fresh genre that fits into all three idioms."
-Scott Yanow, L.A. Jazz Scene
"Not only does she sing, she writes all of the songs as well as plays piano …both accessible and hip."
-George W. Harris, Jazz Weekly
Nov 10 2020
Nancy Ruth's new single "Turn the Lights Back Down" is deeply expressive.
The song starts with a melancholic and deeply expressive piano melody. This elegant introduction immediately relaxes you and draws you into the atmospheric soundscape of the single.
Following…
Nov 10 2020
Oct 1 2020
World-Jazz Singer-Songwriter Nancy Ruth Urges You to “Turn The Lights Back Down”
Canadian singer/songwriter Nancy Ruth has set forth her fourth single of the year into the world, a sultry ballad straight from her renowned repertoire of jazz, latin, and…
Oct 1 2020
Nancy Ruth delivers an elegant, classy, and richly nuanced song with so much to offer in terms of attitude and passion on "Breathing in Indigo." The single immediately kicks off with a warm and melodious classic guitar arrangement, perfectly matching…
Sep 13 2020
Nancy Ruth puts love in the spotlight with her seductive new single Turn The Lights Back Down — showcasing today on Tinnitist.
“It invites us to take pause during this time of global chaos, and tap into the love that…
Aug 11 2020
As venues start to re-open in Spain, Nancy Ruth's original band Sangria Jam has been re-mounted and is booking again. Playing hits from previous tours and along with new material, it feels great to be playing again.
Mar 30 2020
New article offering hope for our industry, at this time of global crisis due to the coronavirus.
Jan 22 2020
After 18 years of travels throughout Morocco, vocalist and composer Nancy Ruth (Canada/ Spain) has created a cross-cultural music project featuring the unique talents of Moroccan musicians, which proves that music has no boundaries. Music unites, regardless of gender, language…
Dec 11 2019
Nancy Ruth spent the month of October 2019 recording new compositions at Zampol Productions in New York: a soundtrack piece featuring members of the New York Philharmonic and arranged by Joe Gianono ( Blood Sweat and Tears, Broadway, etc...), as…
May 3 2019
A featured performer/ composer at Africa's biggest jazz festival, Nancy brought her full line-up from Spain. Check out the tour diary - footage from the festival show coming soon.
Jan 20 2019
'Llórame' and 'Sigo Viviendo', two of Nancy's songs, will be featured on the soundtrack of the new film 'La Ley Del Embudo'. Official Release: November 29, 2019.
Aug 18 2018
Nancy is joined by her band and special guest dancers on this spectacular new video release. Go to Music Page to stream or buy
Apr 8 2018
After a whirlwind seven week tour, several sold-out dates over eight venues, twenty-two internal flights and no lost luggage, Nancy thanks everyone who helped make this Australian tour of her original compositions a success.
Mar 27 2018
NANCY RUTH SANGRIA JAM (2016 SELF) The core of music is like a new road open to you; you do not know where it leads but travel it well with respect, for the destination is up to you alone. With…
Mar 27 2018
Nancy Ruth is a talented and powerful singer who was born and raised in Canada. Always a lover of both flamenco music and jazz, she moved to Spain in 2001. On Sangria Jam, she combines together jazz, flamenco and Latin…
Mar 27 2018
Nancy Ruth does not waste any time. Even when she’s at her most relaxed, introvert state, she sings with a particular kind of urgency, making sure that her audience does not miss out on her life-affirming message. With every little…