Tracks:
01. Ain't Gonna Work
02. Them Blues
03. Sailor Song
04. Fly, Fly, Fly
05. Ashes
With:
Joe Reda
Shawn O'Rourke
John Carrozza
Steve Meadows
Rich Man's Dime is also available on
Quotes:
“Marshall Ruffin plays guitar and sings with the prowess that most roots and blues artists develop only after
many weary years on the road, yet he's only 23!” ... Lisa Love, Georgia Music Hall of Fame
“This dude can really sing and play - to say that I was amazed by his songwriting talent, instrumental
abilities and vocals would be an understatement.” ... Jeff Hahne, Music Editor, Creative Loafing Charlotte
“Marshall Ruffin is evidently some genetic experiment gone right, an amalgam of David Bromberg, Tom Waits and
Leon Redbone.” ... Curtis Lynch, Playgrounds Magazine
“Marshall's release party was amazing - I could listen to him all night! His debut CD, Rich Man's Dime,
should take him far. Everyone everywhere needs to hear this guy!” ... Alice Barkwell, Playgrounds Magazine
“I rarely get inspired to say such things, but really - if you're able to see Marshall Ruffin 'live' then you really must.
He is just f***ing amazing!” ... Geoff Achison, Blues Guitarist Extraordinaire
Marshall Ruffin
The 23 year old roots and blues singer-songwriter-guitarist grew up in typical Americana where science was at the fabric
of his family not art. After discovering a guitar in the attic during his high school years, Marshall began to teach
himself to play. But, it was while attending college in Richmond that Ruffin found his focus in the music department.
And, after two years and on a leap of faith, Marshall applied and was accepted to the Berklee College of Music to
complete his undergrad studies. During his Boston stay, Ruffin recognized and tapped into his songwriting and vocal
gifts. After graduating, he worked with a number of different bands before heading south, where he played evening
opening slots on The Loft Live stage for dozens of regional and national touring acts. There Marshall was heard by and
signed with Jammates Records. Rich Man's Dime, his first retail ready EP, was recorded during Fall '07 and released
Feb. 19, '08. Over the coming months, Marshall Ruffin will be playing southeast music venues before returning to
the studio.
