Ruby Turner to perform at The Platform
One of the UK’s finest soul singers, Ruby Turner, will be performing at the Platform in Morecambe on Saturday February 28.
One of the UK’s finest soul singers, Ruby Turner, will be performing at the Platform in Morecambe on Saturday February 28.
Born in Jamaica, Ruby grew up in Montego Bay. She was relocated to Birmingham, England when she was 9. Her major break came when she was taken under the wings of Britain’s own Blues legend, Alexis Korner – sadly now gone from us. In the mid 80s she joined Culture Club at the height of their stardom.
A number of solo hits followed including ‘If You’re Ready (Come Go With Me)’, ‘I’d Rather Go Blind’, and ‘It's Gonna Be Alright’, and Ruby has also sung on musical releases by such musical icons as Brian Ferry, UB40, Stevie Winwood, Jools Holland and Mick Jagger’s solo album. She has sung on Comic Relief and sang the national anthem for Her Majesty The Queen at the opening of the Millennium Dome. Ruby has recently released her long awaited album ‘Live at Ronnie Scott’s’ which includes both old hits and more recent favourites.
Ruby can breathe life and meaning into a song whether it is a passionate soaring ballad or a soulful up tempo groove. Described as ‘truly the genuine article and blessed with a voice that has been likened to Aretha Franklin and Janis Joplin’ she continues to win the hearts and minds of an ever growing and diverse fan base.
The show will start at 8pm and tickets cost £15 from the Box Office on 01524 582803.
Date Updated: 19/03/09