Getting To Know: Kitty Williams

At just 17, Kitty Williams is making waves as a rising singer-songwriter from Cardiff with her debut single, "Black to Blue." A true DIY artist, Kitty not only writes and sings but also records and produces all of her music, earning her a feature on BBC Radio Wales' coveted BBC Music Introducing. Described as delivering "goosebump on your soul moments" by BBC's Adam Walton, Kitty's sound is a stunning blend of contemporary indie-folk, brought to life by her expressive voice and dynamic range. With more music on the horizon, Kitty is a name to watch.

1. "Black to Blue" marks your debut as a singer-songwriter. What inspired you to write this song, and how does it reflect your journey as an artist so far?

The idea for 'Black to Blue' sparked from major changes that had happened in my life, such as changing schools, surrounding myself with new people and discovering my identity. Lyrically, 'Black to Blue' reflects me finding who I am now, following these changes. As an artist, my influences in the music I listen to has differed over time, but through 'Black to Blue' I have found my genre and sound.

2. You write, record, and produce all of your music independently. What challenges and rewards have you experienced while managing every aspect of your creative process?

I find that the fact I have complete control over every aspect of my songs is the positive; the sonic landscape of the music can become completely what I have envisioned and hoped for it to be. I also just love creating the cover-art and producing the song so I wouldn't want to pass those opportunities on to anyone else. However, the logistics of releasing a song were challenging to me at times, but I have learnt a lot through the experience and am excited for the next one!

3. Your music has been described as a beautiful blend of contemporary indie-folk. Which artists or genres have influenced your sound, and how do you incorporate these influences into your own music?

I love that description as I am certainly influenced and love Indie-folk artists like Sufjan Stevens, Faye Webster and Phoebe Bridgers. My main influences come from singer-songwriters such as Elliott Smith and Adrianne Lenker who both take great care in their lyrics and chord progressions, inspiring me to play around with weird chords and work interesting metaphors into my music. I also play jazz piano and classical violin which aids my knowledge of music theory and the overall composition of my songs.

4. At just 17, you've already gained recognition from BBC Radio Wales and other platforms. How has this early exposure impacted your career, and what have you learned from these experiences?

I am so appreciative of the recognition from the BBC, which is great at supporting small artists. Black to Blue's selection validates my hard work and the quality of the song, although I do realise I've got a long road ahead in developing myself and my career but I am looking forward to the future.5. With new music on the horizon, what can your fans expect from your upcoming releases? Are there any themes or styles you're excited to explore in your future work? 

I'm currently working on a new song called 'One Chance' that will be released within the next few months, It's slightly more energetic than 'Black to Blue' but incorporates similar themes that I hope people resonate with. I'm looking forward to more musical evolution as I go through the next stages of my life and thank anyone who has given 'Black to Blue' a listen!