# Michelle “Evil Gal” Willson

**“Her singing is like a strong cup of Joe — it beelines to the gut and jolts the system.” — AllMusic**

Known to blues lovers around the world as **“Evil Gal,” Michelle Willson** is a force of nature—a powerhouse vocalist, songwriter and bandleader whose performances bring the great traditions of blues, vintage soul, R&B and jazz roaring to life.

With a voice that can moan a blues one moment and joyously tear through a jump tune the next, Michelle takes audiences on a journey through what she calls **“the lost music”** of legendary artists like **Dinah Washington, Ruth Brown and Etta James**. The result is music that feels timeless and classic while remaining thrillingly alive.

Her career has earned acclaim from **The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Boston Globe, DownBeat, JazzTimes, Living Blues, GQ, The Japan Times** and publications around the world.

**“YES, THIS WOMAN IS DANGEROUSLY GOOD.” — Songwriter’s Monthly**

A Boston native, Michelle recorded four albums for Bullseye/Rounder Records—*Evil Gal Blues, So Emotional, Tryin’ to Make a Little Love,* and *Wake Up Call*—and earned a **W.C. Handy Award nomination for Best Blues Vocalist**. Her original music has appeared in HBO’s *Mind of the Married Man* and on the House of Blues compilation *Essential Women in the Blues*.

She has performed and recorded alongside an extraordinary roster of musicians, including **Dr. John, Duke Robillard, Anthony Geraci and Sugar Ray Norcia**, and has taken her music to audiences around the world.

When she isn't onstage, New England listeners may recognize Michelle as the host of **Morning Vibe Time** on NPR affiliate **90.5 WICN** in Worcester.

But the best way to understand Michelle Willson is to hear her live.

**“It is impossible not to be moved… with her lush, sultry & robust voice.” — MSN Music**

Come experience **Michelle “Evil Gal” Willson** at Sanctuary for a night of blues, soul, R&B, swing and one absolutely unforgettable voice.

**This woman is dangerously good.**