Michelle Willis
"Fluid, powerful, graceful... such a fine writer... a soulful, rich, deep player and bandleader who just swings as if her life depended on it. One of the best singers I’ve ever heard in my life. Of all. Ever.” - David Crosby
About
British-born, Canadian-raised Michelle Willis is a singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who amassed an impressive resume touring and recording with a variety of different acts like David Crosby, Snarky Puppy, Zac Brown Band, Hiromi, Michael McDonald, and Iggy Pop.
A Toronto native, she moved to Brooklyn NY after the release of her debut album, See Us Through. It was here she honed her skills as songwriter and touring musician, leading a years-long residency at Rockwood Music Hall, collaborating with brilliant songwriters and musicians, all while maintaining a steady touring schedule with bands led by David Crosby, Becca Stevens, and Snarky Puppy.
She has released two studio albums, a live record, and recently penned an EP whilst traveling throughout Scotland - Rich is the Wanderer, due 2025.
“Sharp, hip singer-songwriter music” - PopMatters
“..Rich and immersive" - Songwriting Magazine UK
“..as musically radiant and soothing as it is emotionally turbulent and raw”- Atwood Magazine