Ruthven: Rough & Ready (CD)

Ruthven's long-awaited debut album. The South London singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer releases Rough & Ready on 25 October 2024 via Paul Institute / XL Recordings.

Ruthven - aka Sean Nelson - has always had a certain fervour associated with him. He first broke in 2017 as a founding member of Paul Institute, the label founded by A.K and Jai Paul, while also working as a member of the London Fire Brigade. In the long hours awaiting call-outs, when the truck was fully serviced and his breathing equipment was ready for the next job, Ruthven wrote the foundations of his debut album, Rough & Ready, which includes the previously released “123 Days”, “Don’t Keep It To Yourself”, and “Have You Decided?”.

The resulting 12-track record marks Ruthven’s arrival as a true artist in his own right. Rough & Ready leans into classic songwriting while maintaining lush instrumentation, creating a portal that traverses decades. With appearances from A.K. Paul and Francis Anthony 'Eg' White, Rough & Ready is a bold statement of Ruthven's artistry.

1. Eyes On Me
   
2. Take Me With You
   
3. Weird & Wonderful
   
4. Mid Spiral
   
5. Last Laugh
   
6. Your Soul & Mine
   
7. Playgroup
   
8. Juan's World
   
9. Taco Taco
   
10. Sétima Regra
    
11. Sunday Afternoon's Dream
    
12. Rewind Your Mind
    
13. First Love
    
14. Audacia
    
15. Celestial Hands
    
16. Ways of Seeing
    
17. White Light