The first thing you notice when Michelle David opens her mouth to sing is the sheer power of her voice. It’s not just volume or technical skill—it’s conviction. That conviction is on full display in “Speak To Me”, the fiery new single from Michelle David & The True-tones, released today across all digital platforms. The track serves as the first glimpse of their upcoming album Soul Woman, out February 27, 2026 on Record Kicks.
A Groove With a Message
“Speak To Me” isn’t just another soul single—it’s a demand for connection. Driving percussion, gritty guitar lines, and a blast of brass create an urgent backdrop for David’s unmistakable vocals. At once pleading and commanding, her performance cuts straight to the core. The chorus feels like a rallying cry, pulling listeners onto the dancefloor while tugging at something deeper.
It’s a song made to be played loud, preferably in a crowded room, where its gospel-soul energy can bounce from wall to wall. But even through headphones, the single radiates the fire that has long set Michelle David & The True-tones apart.
Setting the Stage for Soul Woman
Due out in early 2026, Soul Woman is already being described as the band’s most expansive work yet. While fans can expect their trademark fusion of gospel fervor, vintage soul, and classic R&B, the new record pushes into fresh emotional territory. It’s music that celebrates vulnerability without losing its joyful punch, balancing moments of intimacy with unshakable grooves.
If “Speak To Me” is any indication, Soul Woman will be an album about reaching out—whether spiritually, romantically, or communally. It’s both a reflection of Michelle David’s lifelong roots in gospel and a declaration of how soul music continues to evolve in the hands of artists willing to honor tradition while moving boldly forward.
A Voice Born in Gospel
Michelle David’s story begins in New York, where she was singing in church by age four. By five, she was already performing with The Mission of Love, developing the spiritual grounding that has shaped every note she’s sung since. Her career path has been wide-ranging: Broadway productions like Mama and The Sound of Motown, recording sessions with Diana Ross and Michael Bolton, and eventually, the cross-continental collaboration that birthed Michelle David & The True-tones.
The band’s chemistry is no accident. Over the years, their partnership has produced seven acclaimed albums, each building on their reputation as one of Europe’s most exciting live acts. From North Sea Jazz to Pinkpop to the Winter Olympics 2022, their performances are as likely to stir a crowd’s soul as to keep it moving. Recognition has followed, from a Dutch Edison Award nomination to praise by BBC Radio 6 (Album of the Year) and FIP Radio (Album of the Month).
Building Momentum
Their 2024 record Brothers & Sisters cemented their standing in the international soul scene, earning them new audiences and proving that their sound resonates well beyond genre purists. Now, with Soul Woman, the band seems poised for their biggest chapter yet.
What makes this moment so exciting is the balance they strike: Michelle David & The True-tones aren’t chasing trends or nostalgia. Instead, they’re carrying forward a lineage of gospel and soul music, translating it for today’s audiences without losing its raw essence.
What Comes Next
With “Speak To Me” already out in the world, the countdown to February 27 begins. Fans who’ve seen the band live know what’s coming: a record that demands not just to be heard, but to be felt. Whether you catch them on stage or stream their new music from your living room, one thing is certain—Michelle David & The True-tones are here to remind us why soul music, at its best, moves body and spirit alike.
For now, though, let “Speak To Me” play on repeat. It’s more than a single. It’s a promise of what’s to come.
Soul Woman is available for pre-order now on LP, CD, and digital formats via Record Kicks.
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