Live On Stage: Kayla Williams

Kayla Williams has carved out a unique space in yacht-pop, a feel-good genre inspired by ‘70s soft rock icons like TOTO, Hall & Oates, and Steely Dan. With soulful vocals, lush harmonies, and modern production, she blends nostalgia with a fresh, contemporary twist, adding a bold feminine flair to the genre.
Fueled by a love for funky hooks and bass-driven grooves, Williams crafted her debut EP, RETRODELIA (2024), which received steady CBC radio play, reached #54 on CKUA’s Top 100 albums of 2024, and earned a Pop Recording of the Year nomination at the 2024 YYC Music Awards for her single Come Close. That same year, she was nominated for Pop Artist of the Year at the Western Canadian Music Awards. Williams delivers a high-energy show packed with playful banter and tight grooves creating an irresistibly fun, retro-inspired experience.