In this episode of Toasts & Jams, we welcome Ruby Francis, singer, songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist whose distinctive blend of soul, jazz, R&B and alternative pop has earned her a reputation as one of the UK's most unique musical voices.

We talk about Ruby's creative journey, from finding her identity as an artist to learning how to protect her inner voice in a world full of noise and expectation.

The conversation moves through authenticity, therapy, heartbreak, romance and the role personal experience plays in creating meaningful work. Ruby reflects on the importance of being honest in her music, how creativity can help us understand ourselves, and why sharing personal stories is often about connection rather than self indulgence.

We also explore the relationship between music and visual art, the inspirations behind her work, and how artists translate feelings, experiences and ideas into something others can connect with.

It's a thoughtful and wide ranging conversation about creativity, identity, self discovery and the courage it takes to be truly yourself.

Ruby's Song:

Visions – Stevie Wonder

https://youtu.be/fy4fMlLj_B8?si=3KwvN3SvYtE42nAz

Ruby's links:

Pages of Philosophy Album

https://ffm.to/pagesofphilosophyalbum

Bandcamp / Vinyl

https://rubyfrancis.bandcamp.com/album/pages-of-philosophy

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/ruby_francis/

Big thank you to The Collective Acoustics:

https://www.tcacoustics.co.uk/

Toasts & Jams links:

https://linktr.ee/toastsandjams

Spotify Playlist:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6gff6dFVOoYlPrm8zhTsXA

Produced, recorded and edited by Allan Brothers Films and Alex Catt.

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