Short Bio
Olivia Ruth is a Blues/Rock/Funk band from South East QLD, delivering raw, gritty vocals (including falsetto & whistle tones), tasty blues guitar, funky bass lines, and rock drums with a metal edge. Known for explosive live shows and epic musicianship, Olivia Ruth brings soul, power, and groove to every stage.
Band Bio:
Delivering electrifying performances packed with raw emotion and musical finesse. Fronted by an unforgettable voice, Olivia Ruth’s epic vocals span from gritty, soul-drenched screams to delicate falsetto and whistle tones that leave audiences stunned. Their sound blends the smoky depth of classic blues, the swagger of funk, and the high-octane energy of rock, laced with metal-influenced drums and slick, blues-inspired guitar solos. Topped off with deep, infectious bass grooves, every Olivia Ruth set is a dynamic journey—equal parts soulful, heavy, and irresistibly groovy. Whether on festival stages or in intimate venues, Olivia Ruth doesn’t just perform—they erupt. With a growing reputation across the Aussie music scene, the band continues to carve their name into the hearts of fans who crave authenticity, intensity, and a damn good time.
Genre:
Indie Blues, Funk and Rock
Location:
Brisbane/Sunshine Coast
“Holy Sh*t!” – Tyne Sixstring
“That is some kind of voice. Magnificent.”
– Richard Wilkins, Aust TV presenter (MTV, Today Show)
“…her raw power and vocal range you have to hear to believe, one minute growling and gravelly and a very low tone and the next hitting flute notes vocally that Minnie Ripperton would be proud of…”
– Pete Clarkson
“Janis Joplin-like. Wow.”
– Karl Stefanovic, Aust TV presenter (Today Show)
Videos:
YouTube Channel
Apple Music
Major Appearances:
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- Airlie Beach Festival of Music
- Agnes Blues Roots and Rock Festival
- Woodford Folk Festival
- Mitchell Creek Rock n Blues Fest • Under The Trees Festival
- Sunny Coast Musos Collective – Woodstock Tribute
- Love and Liquor Tour of UK
- International Women’s Week Festival
- Redland Bay Blues Rock Fest
- Rockhampton River Festival
- The CQ University Yeppoon Village Festival
- Sydney Blues Festival (Guest Vocalist for TDS)
- Sandfest Sunshine Coast
- Peregian Originals
- Scarborough Originals
- Redcliffe Kite Festival
- The Wolvi Stomp