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Desert Rose now available on iTunes!! |
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| Location: | Los Angeles, Orlando, Charleston, Austin, California |
| Country: |  United States |
| Last Login: | May 29, 2008 (542 days back) |
About Me |
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| Ruby JamesDesert Rose.... Something earthy and unexpected, that brightens the landscape with its deep tones and originality. Something that surprises and tantalizes you with its beauty and roots firmly planted in a sometimes harsh terrain. Something you happen across by chance and will never forget. Desert Rose... That is artist Ruby James. From a li'l bit of here and a l'il bit of there, Ruby James follows in her grandfather's footsteps as a nomadic traveler with a passion for music. From her earliest years, Ruby sat with him as he played guitar and sang Johnny Cash and Waylon Jennings tunes and told her trying tales of life on the road that took him from living "Grapes of Wrath" style in the back of dusty wagons during the Great Depression, to the dark bunkers of Iwo Jima in WWII. In those quiet special moments, a wanderlust singer-songwriter, inspired and undaunted by the harsh realities and rewards of a life on the road, was born. Ruby burst onto the music scene as a solo artist in 2006 with the release of her EP Sweet as Sin, immediately captivating critics and crowds, with moxie and sophistication and a kick ass stage show, leaving a swarm of heady fans in her wake. Her sultry yet sweet voice tempted, teased and rocked premiere venues from Central Park in New York City, Hard Rock Live, Austin's Continental to LA's Viper Room. Whether it be on her own or sharing stages with Jackson Browne, Jane Weidlin, Soul Asylum, 7Mary3, War and Fastball, Ruby James is often compared to legendary icons Stevie Nicks, Sheryl Crow and Chrissy Hynde. Humbly aware, she is committed to and succeeding at blazing her own unique trail through modern rock. Desert Rose, the new album from Ruby James, promises the journey will continue with her gutsy brand of sweet grit and sultry style and a timeless return to the roots of music. For it she unites with producer John Avila (Oingo Boingo, Reel Big Fish) and string virtuoso, Rene Reyes (Act of Faith, Green Car Motel and film and soundtrack producer for Collateral, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Saving Silverman, Man in the Chair), with whom she co-wrote all but two of the tracks. The album also features acclaimed artists Mitch Marine (touring and drumming for Dwight Yokum and Smash Mouth), Billy V. Malpede (music scores for Texas Chainsaw Massacre, The Runaway Jury, Entrapment and Urban Legend), and organist Mike Bolger (Beck). As studio and writing partners, Ruby James and Reyes tell stories of life in the real world with relatable lyrics set to resonating and unforgettable melodies and on stage have a palpable chemistry reminiscent of Stevie Nicks and Lindsay Buckingham. Infusing the tracks with her rustic soulful voice, you live every song with her. You are “Passengers” on her journey, as she poignantly reminds you “Everything Good Goes Away,” except real, true, soul defining love, which she explores in an homage to her grandparents in “I Don’t Mind.” She goes to the very core of mother/child relationships in heart-wrenching "Oh, Mama," and shows forgiveness is a breath away in "Strayed." The minx crackles to life in the playful, bluesy "Mistress of the Devil," then just as quickly disappears in the title track, "Desert Rose." The album is a kaleidoscope with a track for every emotion, in the spirit of legendary song writer Emmylou Harris. Ever the wanderlust, Ruby James has already begun working on a new project, "The Austin Sessions," a collaborative effort with music icons Charlie Sexton (Bob Dylan, The Arc Angels, and The Sextones), and brother Will Sexton (Waylon Jennings, Dave Baerwald and Abra Moore), who bring their legendary classic sound to the innovative talent of Ruby James both as producers and playing on the tracks. With the desert winds at her back, Ruby James is already gearing up for numerous 2008 tour dates, which will take her from Nashville to Los Angeles and back to wherever a nomad can call home. With a voice that revs you and melts you, all at the same time, Ruby James is quickly blossoming in the musical landscape, one stop at a time, forever imprinting it with her original, colorful, unexpected tones... A true Desert Rose. Try the BEST MySpace Editor and MySpace Backgrounds at MySpace Toolbox ! |
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My Interests |
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Music:Member Since: 10/8/2004Band Website: rubyjames.com Band Members: Produced by John Avila The Players.. Ruby James- Vocals, acoustics, background vocals Rene Reyes- Acoustic and electric guitars, lap steel,and background vocals John Avila- Electric and acoustic bass, charango, keyboards/programming, and background vocals Mitch Marine- Drums and Percussion Michael Bolger- Yamaha Electrone organ William V. Malpede- Piano Influences: Whiskey and Wine, but not at the same time... THE ALBUMS THAT MADE MY YEAR- Alison Krauss and Robert Plant (favorite album this year) Amy Winehouse, Emmylou Harris" Red Dirt Girl", Lucinda Willaims "Essence" THE MUSIC AND MAKERS THAT HAVE BROKEN OR STOLEN MY HEART- The Band- The Last Waltz (It makes no difference), Bonnie Raitt- Nobody's Girl, John Mayer- Gravity, Patty Griffin- When it don't come easy, Bob Dylan- Oh Mercy, Emmylou Harris, Lucinda Williams, Sheryl Crow, Stevie Nicks and Lindsay Buckingham, U2, Tom Waits, Ryan Adams, Whiskeytown, Rikki Lee Jones, Neko Case, Rene Reyes, No Doubt, Jeff Buckley, Ray La Montagne, Jennifer Anne, Christina Aguilera, Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson, Patsy Cline, Brenda Lee, Will Sexton, Marvin Etzioni, Pat McDonald, Matt McCormack, Francis, Justin Lyons MUSIC THAT IS JUST FOR FUN- Mickey Avalon, Justin Timberlake, Kelly-Shoes, Gwen Stefanie, Corinne Bailey Ray, The Weepies, Snow Patrol, Muse, Tegan and Sara Sounds Like: View Ruby James's EPK sounds like red velvet cake.. mmmmm... RUBY JAMES PROUDLY SUPPORTS: RUBY JAMES IS SPONSORED BY: Record Label: Unsigned Type of Label: None |
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My Background and Lifestyle |
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| Occupation: | Music Artist (Acoustic / Blues / Other) |
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My Blog |
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Review By F. Daniel Kent - Nashville |
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| Download the original attachment Ruby James is rocking the road with art heart and soul on her amazing journey Talented touring songwriter returns to Nashville for MusiCares benefit at t... Posted by Ruby James on Mon, 28 May 2007 08:19:00 PST |
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What Are The Words To This Song |
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| First here is yesterday's bulletin..... hi everyone....are you in l.a.? would you like to come out to the show on may 5th at the hotel cafe as my guest? well you can. here is how.... on monday, apr... Posted by Ruby James on Mon, 30 Apr 2007 05:18:00 PST |
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Check out this event: Ruby James Live |
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| Hosted By: Ruby James When: Saturday May 05, 2007 at 8:00 PMWhere: Hotel Cafe 1623 1/2 N. Cahuenga Blvd.Hollywood, CA 90028United StatesDescription:Ruby James Click Here To View Event... Posted by Ruby James on Wed, 18 Apr 2007 11:48:00 PST |
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Knoxville Review |
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| America's sweet-tart Following successful stints in widely respected clubs such as The Vi... Posted by Ruby James on Tue, 03 Apr 2007 01:25:00 PST |
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Check out this event: Ruby James Live |
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| Hosted By: Ruby James When: Tuesday Mar 13, 2007 at 9:00 PMWhere: Rebar 8134 Broadway St San Antonio, TX 78209United StatesDescription:Ruby James Click Here To View Event... Posted by Ruby James on Mon, 12 Mar 2007 03:29:00 PST |
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Two More Reviews |
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| Atlanta Creative Loafing Magazine: Yes, it's Monday, but drag your ass outta the house and up the stairs tonight and you'll be rewarded. Ruby James, the South-Carolina-by-way-of-California-and-Florid... Posted by Ruby James on Mon, 12 Mar 2007 04:01:00 PST |
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Blues Bunny Review |
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| here is a review that i just found out about...the link is here.... http://www.bluesbunny.com/plist300928.html#p4 Ruby James Sweet as Sin No catalogue number 2006 What we have here is a blend of... Posted by Ruby James on Sun, 11 Mar 2007 07:12:00 PST |
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Tour is over.. Thank you |
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| so the tour has come to an end.. it's very sad but true.. i'm back in south carolina and the boys are back in los angeles and now we must wait.. wait until the time comes to do it all again.. this ... Posted by Ruby James on Fri, 09 Mar 2007 11:54:00 PST |
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New ways to get the CD |
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| hey everyone....a lot of you have sent me messages saying that you haven't gotten the cd because you don't have a paypal account and that you don't want to set one up ......so the question was how do ... Posted by Ruby James on Sun, 21 Jan 2007 05:58:00 PST |
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News Update and Other Stuff |
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| Hi everyone, so many things are happening right now that I wanted togive everyone an update... As you may know I am in Texas right now!Some people are concerned with too many bulletins and suggest tha... Posted by Ruby James on Tue, 07 Nov 2006 01:32:00 PST |
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