Michelle David & The True Tones - Soul Woman

Renowned US-Dutch gospel-soul powerhouse Michelle David and The True-tones mark a bold new chapter with their forthcoming album, Soul Woman, out on Record Kicks. Building on the critical acclaim of 2024’s Brothers and Sisters, a record that held a mirror to the complexities of the world, the new LP Soul Woman turns inward — a deeply personal exploration of identity, healing, and spiritual resilience.

“How can I ask others to take time to reflect on their lives if I’m not doing the same myself?” Michelle David asks. That spirit of self-inquiry and renewal lies at the heart of Soul Woman — a record that embraces vulnerability while radiating strength.
Musically, Soul Woman continues to refine the band’s signature blend of gospel fire, soul and vintage rhythm & blues, while drawing from a wider palette of influences. Echoes of Curtis Mayfield, Bobby Womack, and The Four Seasons pulse through the grooves, while the gospel fire of The Blind Boys of Alabama and the joyous uplift of Diana Ross & The Supremes lend the album both gravity and sparkle. At the center is Michelle David’s unmistakable voice — raw, warm, and filled with purpose — wrapped in rich, analog-driven arrangements from longtime collaborators Paul Willemsen (guitar, bass guitar), Onno Smit (guitar, bass guitar) and Bas Bouma (drums). Together, Michelle David & The True-tones stand tall at the forefront of the retro soul scene — blending timeless grooves with modern urgency, unshakable authenticity, and heartfelt spirit.