SO.. who is RUBY SHAY
Ruby Shay is a proud First Nations (Dharug) artist from New South Wales, creating music that lives somewhere between alt-country, contemporary folk and Americana.
Her songs are grounded in storytelling — honest, reflective and a little bit raw — shaped by lived experience, growth, and the quiet strength that comes from both.
She has a way of writing that feels personal without being distant — the kind of songs that don’t just tell a story, but let you sit inside it.
Whether she’s unpacking change, identity, motherhood, or the weight of the past, Ruby’s work is anchored in authenticity and connection.
Her debut album, release with her band "The Red Horse" 'Hitch a Ride', made immediate impact — debuting at #2 on the ARIA Australian Country Chart and charting across multiple national rankings, including reaching #1 on the Independent Album Chart.
Every single from the record received support from ABC Country, with additional editorial playlisting across Spotify and Apple Music, helping her music find audiences both nationally and beyond.
A recipient of the Indigenous Storytellers Scholarship, Ruby’s work continues to centre culture, voice and truth, weaving contemporary sounds with stories that feel timeless.
On stage, Ruby Shay brings warmth, ease and emotional depth — equally at home, performing solo or backed by her band.
Her live shows lean into connection over spectacle, creating spaces where audiences can feel seen, settled, and part of something shared.
At the heart of it all, Ruby Shay is an artist building something genuine — music that lasts, stories that matter, and a career that stays true to where she comes from.
“An artist with power and presence… bringing her whole self to her music.”
“A must-see act, bringing heart and fire to every stage.”
“The music says the things I don’t know how to.”
ruby shay and the red horse
Ruby Shay's Red Horses
'The Red Horse' mixes the wonderful musical alchemy of long time friend, Shaun Wilson along with Michael "Blue" Dalton, Grant Shanahan, Heath Sketchley, Graeme Boorman and David Roberts to bring a unique sound, blend of lyrics, inspiration and a whole lot of fun!
Ruby and Shaun write or co-write all their music that you'll hear.
Ruby can be joined by anything from 1 to 5 members of her band at any time.
