Ursula Rucker is a Philadelphia-based poet and recording artist acclaimed for her potent spoken word performances and social activism. With a discography that intricately weaves her powerful and poignant poetry through various genres of music, including jazz, soul, and hip hop, Rucker's work is a transcendent fusion of personal narrative and social commentary. Since her emergence in the music scene during the 1990s, Ursula has earned a reputation for her uncompromising artistry, delivering messages of empowerment and challenging the status quo.

Over the years, Ursula Rucker has collaborated with a myriad of influential artists and producers, adding an evocative dimension to the projects she touches. Her rich and resonant voice can be found on releases alongside acts like The Roots, whom she's worked with on multiple occasions, embodying the spirit of Philadelphia's vibrant and progressive music community. In her more recent releases such as "Begin Anew" and "Soulflow," Ursula continues to showcase her ability to blend spoken word poetry with contemporary sounds, earning remixes by talents like Deetron and Christopher Coe. Through her art, Rucker remains a vanguard of intellectual and emotional expression in contemporary music, persistently using her platform to explore and address issues of social justice, love, and the human experience.

Genres

R&b

Experimental

Soul

Hip Hop

Downtempo

House

Electronica

Neo Soul

Jazz

Latest Release

Begin Anew

Ursula Rucker

Ep - 4 Tracks - Released January 19, 2024