HELLO 2026! | Goals, Growth & Big Plans

Happy New Year ✨

Midwinter is finally upon us, and while it’s not my favourite season, it is the time of year that invites reflection. A slower pace. Space to look back at what’s been, and to plan intentionally for what’s to come.

And with that in mind… 2026 is absolutely going to be my year.

Rather than hoping or wishing, I’m stepping into this year with clear intentions and actions. Here are some of the goals I’m working towards — both professionally and personally.

Professionally, in 2026 I will:

• Record and release a Big Band album (plans are already in motion!)

• Confidently conduct a Big Band

• Finally record and release my original music, and introduce it into my live band sets

• Join a UK or international touring band or project

• Take on more international bookings for destination events

• Collaborate with more musicians — through performances, arranging, songwriting, and everything in between

• Share more of my creative world, including my love for fashion and vintage style

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Personally, I’m also setting intentions to:

• Return to dressing vintage full-time, on and off the stage

• See live music at least once a month

• Complete my “30 Before 30” bucket list

• Celebrate turning 30 in true Ruby style

• Finally take my dream trip to Paris with my wife

• And yes… purchase my very first pair of Christian Louboutin heels — a dream over a decade in the making

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More than anything, I’m making this a year of growth, action, creativity, and happiness. I hope that by next Christmas, I’ll look back on these twelve months feeling proud, fulfilled, and deeply grateful for what I’ve created and experienced.

If you’re reading this, I hope you’re also giving yourself permission to slow down, reflect, and rest during these winter months.

Let’s make 2026 golden ✨

R 💋