”Best soul band on the planet? Best band on the planet? I need to tell the world about them.” Those are the words of MOJO writer David Hutcheon when writing about Annie & The Caldwells. And he is not the only one that has been struck by the family band from Mississippi. Mighty vocalist and matriarch Annie Caldwell is joined by her husband, daughters, sons and even a goddaughter and together they create the most powerful and moving gospel-infused soul imaginable. 40 years into their career, Annie & The Caldwells have finally released their debut album ‘Can’t Lose (My Soul)’ (2025) on David Byrne’s label Luaka Bop. And the reviews have been raving. But despite receiving a five-star review from The Guardian and playing at Way Out West, Annie Caldwell beloved women’s clothes store Caldwell Fashions is still open five days a week.