Jon Butler reviews Ruby Turner at The Theatre Royal, York (From York Press)

Jon Butler reviews Ruby Turner at The Theatre Royal, York

12:49pm Saturday 6th February 2010 in

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It is said that success breeds success, and there can be little doubt that without her association to Jools Holland’s Rhythm & Blues Orchestra Ruby Turner would not have filled the Theatre Royal at York – but she did, and how.

Ruby’s voice has a deep rich texture and range that she can resonate into many shades of emotion. The result is a wonderful mixture of soul, blues, and R&B numbers that thrilled and excited her audience throughout the cleverly paced set.

It was interesting to hear her perform without the backing of a big band, because this was always going to be different minus the punch of a big brass section. But she is touring with four highly accomplished musicians that made the night a joy, especially when they got to the really good stuff; you could have listened to them jazzing it up all night.

Her new album is called I’m Travelling On but what she really needs now to complete her journey is a massive hit to match her larger than life personality. All Aboard/This Train got her going in the right direction but you just feel that the best is yet to come.

Ruby Turner is a natural who is a delight to listen to. She is a performer who embraces you with her warm bubbly sense of humour and good natured enthusiasm.

This was a splendid performance and the standing ovation at the end of the show confirmed she has made many new friends in York.

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