Ruf Records Newsletter

Dear music lovers,

here comes the latest Ruf Records newsletter with exciting news from our artists The Zac Schulze Gang, Dana Fuchs & the Blues Caravan 2026.

Enjoy your weekend with good music,

Your Ruf Records Team

NEW RELEASES

The Zac Schulze Gang – new single

 Turn it up! 

« Hellhounds On My Trail » is here! The Zac Schulze Gang breathe new life into the Robert Johnson-inspired classic with their signature high-energy blues-rock sound, reimagined as a tribute to songwriter Tony Dowler.

The release of “Hellhounds On My Trail” marks another major step forward for the band as they continue to build an international audience. This fall, the Zac Schulze Gang will bring their electrifying live show to North America, joining Samantha Fish and Tab Benoit on tour and introducing U.S. audiences to one of the UK’s most compelling new rock exports.

The Zac Schulze Gang – Hellhounds On My Trail (Official Music Video)

Dana Fuchs – new live single

Blues-rock powerhouse Dana Fuchs releases her new live single “Ready To Rise” – out now!

Recorded during a single, unforgettable night at Godset in Kolding, Denmark, in October 2025, the track captures the raw intensity, emotional depth, and unfiltered power that have made Fuchs one of the most compelling voices in contemporary blues rock.Originally featured on her acclaimed studio album Borrowed Time, “Ready To Rise” takes on a new life in this electrifying live performance.

Recorded without overdubs or post-production — just vocals, guitars, bass, and drums — the song showcases Dana at her most authentic, vulnerable, and powerful.

The song is also on the LP of Dana’s new live album “Live in Denmark”.

TOUR ANNOUNCEMENT

The Blues Caravan 2026 Tour Continues

The Blues Caravan 2026 is back!

This fall, the tour travels across Denmark, Norway, France, Germany, Austria, the Netherlands, and Sweden, bringing an electrifying blend of blues, rock, and outstanding guitar work. A must-see for every blues fan! 

Featuring:

Laura Chavez (USA) – One of the finest guitarists of her generation, winner of the 2023 Blues Music Award for Best Instrumentalist – Guitar, and renowned for her work with Candye Kane and Nikki Hill.

Matthew Curry (USA) – The charismatic guitarist and singer captivates audiences with his signature blend of blues, rock, and Americana. He has shared the stage with legendary artists including Peter Frampton and the Steve Miller Band.

Elise Frank (France) – A rising force on the European blues scene, who has already been turning heads with her band FRANK and her dynamic stage presence.

Joining them on the road are Denis Palatin on drums, Tomek Germann on bass, and Léa Worms on keyboards.

True to the Blues Caravan tradition, each artist performs a full solo set before all three come together for an unforgettable grand finale jam – an evening filled with passion, virtuosity, and the unmistakable spirit of the blues.

Tourdates:

18.09.2026      DK – Horsens, Blues Kartellet
19.09.2026      DK – Aalborg, Bluesclub
20.09.2026      NO – Oslo, YNG
22.09.2026      FR – Marq-en-Baroeul, Théâtre Charcot
23.09.2026      FR – St. Michel de Maurienne, Le Savoie – Espace Culturel
24.09.2026      DE – Freiburg , Jazzhaus
25.09.2026      DE – Berlin, Quasimodo
26.09.2026      DE – Rheine, Stadthalle
29.09.2026      AT – Rankweil, Altes Kino
30.09.2026      CH – Frick, Fricks Monti
01.10.2026      DE – Frankfurt, Jahrhunderthalle

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Dear music lovers,

here comes the latest Ruf Records newsletter with exciting news from our artists Ghalia Volt and Devon Allman’s Blues Summit & Ally Venable.

Cheers,

Your Ruf Records Team

Have you tuned in yet?

Ghalia Volt – Burn The House Down

Located in New Orleans, Louisiana, Ghalia Volt is a Belgian-born blues-rock singer, guitarist, drummer, and songwriter whose dynamic, gritty music blends roots, hill country blues, garage, and rock ‘n’ roll influences. After cutting her teeth as a street performer in Europe and immersing herself in American roots music, Volt has released five acclaimed albums — including Shout Sister Shout!, which reached No. 2 on the Billboard Top Blues Albums Chart.

Her highly anticipated new record, Burn the House Down, released on May 15, 2026, showcases her raw energy and expansive musical vision as she continues to define her place in modern blues and roots rock.

Volt has toured extensively across the U.S. and Europe and has performed at major festivals including the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, Mammoth Bluesapalooza, Telluride Blues and Bilbao Blues Festival, Blues Peer, etc.

Whether performing solo or with a full band, she delivers high-energy, trance-driven sets that connect across generations and genres — blues & roots-based music that’s physical, loud, and built for the live stage.

Ghalia Volt – Burn The House Down (Official Music Video)

Ghalia Volt – Let Yo’ Hair Down (Official Music Video)

Tour Announcement

Devon Allman’s Blues Summit is bringing a powerhouse celebration of American blues to Europe, led by guitarist, singer, and bandleader Devon Allman and featuring a cast of true blues icons including the legendary guest performers: Jimmy Hall (Wet Willie, Jeff Beck Band), whose soulful voice and harmonica have lit up stages for decades;
blues royalty Bernard Allison, delivering fiery guitar work and deep Chicago tradition; and Claudette King, daughter of the late, great B.B. King, carrying forward a timeless legacy with commanding vocals and undeniable presence.

Expect a night that moves effortlessly from deep-groove blues and Southern soul to high-octane guitar-driven rock, all performed by artists who have lived this music from the inside out. With each guest bringing their own history and signature sound, the Blues Summit becomes more than a concert—it’s a once-in-a-lifetime meeting of generations, stories, and styles, united by the blues. The band can’t wait to share it—come ready for big voices, burning solos, and an unforgettable night where the blues is alive, loud, and done profoundly well.

Tourdates July & August:

03.07.26   RO – Suceava   Festival

04.07.26   D – Gaildorf   Blues Festival

06.07.26   AT – Salzburg   Rockhouse

08.07.26   D – Mannheim   7er Club

10.07.26   IT – Narcao   Narcao Blues Festival Internazionale

11.07.26   PL – Suwalki   Suwalki Blues Fest

01.08.26   NO – Notodden   Bluesfest

More dates in Germany in September 2026.

The Blues Summit – Blues Is A Feeling

(Official Music Video)

Please note: The video has been recorded with the U.S. Line-up of Devon Allman’s Blues Summit.

Ally Venable returns to Europe & the UK

Critically acclaimed Texas blues-rock guitarist and singer Ally Venable has spent the last decade relentlessly carving out her own unique place in the male-dominated world of blues-rock. With her combative sixth studio album, “Money & Power”, the Texan demands even more—for herself, for women worldwide, and for everyone who has ever felt they didn’t have a seat at the table.

Together with her band, she presents an energetic live show characterized by powerful guitar playing & passionate vocals.

Tourdates EU & UK:

10.07.26 – Wert (NL) – Bospop Festival

11.07.26 – Åmål (SE) – Åmål Bluesfest

12.07.26 – The Hague (NL) – NN North Sea Jazz Festival

17.07.26 – Lucca (IT) – Piazza Napoleone – Opening for Ronnie Wood

26.07.26 – Brezoi (RO) – Brezoi Blues Open Air Festival

08.09.26 – Newcastle (UK) – Cluny 2

09.09.26 York (UK) – The Crescent

10.09.26 – London (UK) – 100 Club

11.09.26 Nottingham (UK) – Rescue Rooms

12.09.26 Norwich (UK) – Waterfront Arts

13.09.26 – Manchester (UK) – The Deaf Institute

15.09.26 – Glasgow (UK) – Stereo

16.09.26 – Bristol (UK) – The Exchange

17.09.26 – Faversham (UK) – The Old Brewery

19.09.26 Messimy (FR) – Festival Grosses Guitares

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Happy New Year!

Tourdates Blues Caravan 2026

The Blues Caravan 2026 tour starts in less than a week – get your tickets now!

15.01.2026        DE-Lindewerra, Gemeindesaal

16.01.2026        DE-Höxter, Tonenburg

17.01.2026        DE-Gaildorf, Häberlen

19.01.2026        AT-Salzburg, Rockhouse

20.01.2026        SVK-Bratislava, Muzeum Obchodu

21.01.2026        AT-Wien, Reigen

22.01.2026        DE-Lichtentanne, St. Barbara

23.01.2026        DE-Worpswede, MusicHall

24.01.2026        LUX-Paffendall, sang a klang

25.01.2026        DE-Dortmund, Piano

27.01.2026        DE-Bonn, Harmonie

28.01.2026        DE-Karlsruhe, jubez

29.01.2026        DE-Eppstein, Wunderbar Weite Welt

30.01.2026        DE-Twist, Heimathaus

31.01.2026        DE-Isernhagen, Bluesgarage

01.02.2026        DE-Offenburg, Reithalle

02.02.2026        DE-Rimsting, BluesClub Chiemgau

03.02.2026        CH-Rorschach, INDUSTRIE36

05.02.2026        DE-Stuttgart, Merlin

www.rufrecords.de/tour

New Single: Elise Frank – I Didn’t Pay For It

Release Date: January 9, 2026

Elise Frank unveils her new single “I Didn’t Pay For It”, the title track of her new album, out January 23. The song itself is introspective and melancholic, revealing a more vulnerable side of Elise, while the album it introduces is charged with raw energy, emotion, spontaneity, and power. This contrast is no coincidence — it’s the sound of an artist capturing honest moments and turning them into music that feels real, fearless, and alive.

Now available on all streaming platforms!

Mitch Ryder announces Europe Tour

Mitch Ryder – “Songs from the Road” Tour 2026

In February and March 2026, rock legend Mitch Ryder returns to Europe with his “Songs from the Road” tour. Ryder, whose impressive discography includes more than 30 albums, looks back on over five decades of an extraordinary career – and has long since become a legend himself.

He first made his mark in 1965 with his band Mitch Ryder & The Detroit Wheels and the hit “Jenny Take A Ride!”, which propelled the young Detroit musician straight into the spotlight. Since then, Ryder has been one of the most authentic and exciting voices in rock and rhythm & blues. With his unmistakable voice – raw, passionate, and with a hint of whiskey – he embodies the sound of an era that has lost none of its energy. Even Keith Richards called him one of the most thrilling singers to emerge in music.

Inspired by James Brown and Motown, Mitch Ryder continues to do what he does best: sing blues and rock from the soul. His legendary connection to Europe was cemented with his celebrated appearance on Rockpalast, which in 2017 was praised as one of the best performances in the show’s history. “That night was an opportunity for me, one you only get once in a lifetime,” he recalls.

While American fans mainly want to hear his sixties hits, Europe allows Ryder artistic freedom. “Here, I’m allowed to be an artist. That’s why I love Europe,” he says.

Following the acclaimed live album “The Roof Is On Fire” (2024), Ryder released his studio album “With Love” in February 2025, produced by Don Was (Bob Dylan, The Rolling Stones, Iggy Pop).

In 2026, Mitch Ryder brings both his classics and new material back to the stage – authentic, uncompromising, and full of passion.

This tour is presented by Good Times & Ruf Records.

New Single & Music Video:

ELISE FRANK

She’s A Bird

First Single now available: „She’s A Bird”

A new chapter began in 2025 as Elise FRANK joined Ruf Records and On The Road Again. The first taste of what’s coming arrives on December 19, 2025, with the release of her brand-new single “She’s A Bird.” The song is taken from her upcoming album I DIDN´T PAY FOR IT, recorded with Josselin Fleury on bass, Sébastien Gaschard on drums, and featuring special guest guitarist Laura Chavez on some tracks. “She’s A Bird” is just the beginning — Elise will bring these new songs to stages across Europe, including a strong run of shows in Germany as part of Blues Caravan 2026.

Listen now on all streaming platforms!

Tourdates 2026

15.01.2026        DE-Lindewerra, Gemeindesaal

16.01.2026        DE-Höxter, Tonenburg

17.01.2026        DE-Gaildorf, Häberlen

19.01.2026        AT-Salzburg, Rockhouse

20.01.2026        SVK-Bratislava, Muzeum Obchodu

21.01.2026        AT-Wien, Reigen

22.01.2026        DE-Lichtentanne, St. Barbara

23.01.2026        DE-Worpswede, MusicHall

24.01.2026        LUX-Paffendall, sang a klang

25.01.2026        DE-Dortmund, Piano

27.01.2026        DE-Bonn, Harmonie

28.01.2026        DE-Karlsruhe, jubez

29.01.2026        DE-Eppstein, Wunderbar Weite Welt

30.01.2026        DE-Twist, Heimathaus

31.01.2026        DE-Isernhagen, Bluesgarage

01.02.2026        DE-Offenburg, Reithalle

02.02.2026        DE-Rimsting, BluesClub Chiemgau

03.02.2026        CH-Rorschach, INDUSTRIE36

05.02.2026        DE-Stuttgart, Merlin

We wish you all Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

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