Ruthie Foster – Just Say Yes
Austin-based singer-songwriter and guitarist Ruthie Foster releases her new studio album ‘Just Say Yes’, a 10-track collection that moves between soul, roots, rock and blues.
Ruthie Foster – Just Say Yes
Format: CD / LP
Label: Sun Records
Release date: August 28, 2026
Austin-based singer-songwriter and guitarist Ruthie Foster released her new studio album, ‘Just Say Yes’, following last year’s album Mileage, which won Foster her first-ever GRAMMY Award. The new record was produced in Nashville by Tyler Bryant of The Shakedown and Rebecca Lovell of Larkin Poe.
The album reflects Foster’s approach to life’s challenges, connections and opportunities. Its title came from a simple note Foster wrote to herself: “I wrote this thing on a sticky note and it just said ‘Just say yes’.”
Songs such as Thank You and Tangled address more difficult and introspective moments, while Take Time focuses on perseverance and the small steps that can lead to bigger achievements. The album also features a guest appearance by Larkin Poe on Come on Up.
Foster co-wrote songs for the album with Bryant, Rebecca Lovell, Megan Lovell and Mike Seal. The resulting collection draws on Foster’s broad musical background while remaining centered on her own experiences and songwriting.
The album is accompanied by a video for Yes, the focus track that captures the central message of ‘Just Say Yes’.
Website: https://www.ruthiefoster.com/
Tracks:
01. Thank You
02. Come on Up (ft. Larkin Poe)
03. Hold On
04. Yes
05. Take Time
06. Doubling Back
07. Tangled
08. Sitting Still
09. Maybe It Up
10. Reachin’
Read also:
Want to discover more from Ruthie Foster and related artists? Click on the titles below to read earlier articles on Bluestown Music.
Ruthie Foster – Mileage
Ruthie Foster’s previous studio album, released on Sun Records in 2024.
Vaneese Thomas – Stories In Blue
A contemporary blues and soul release from the Memphis-based singer and songwriter.
Kyshona – Legacy
A roots and soul album built around personal stories, family history and connection.