Biography

It’s an exciting time for Lilla! Born and raided in Portland, OR, Lilla is marking her mark in the music world. Combining Rhythm And Blues, Soul, Jazz and Funk to create a fusion of her own. Lilla’s single “Don't Stop The Music” charted at #34 on Billboard and was the top 10 song of the year on the UK charts.

She has toured throughout the world and performed on festival main stages, connecting people through music globally. From Kingston, Jamaica, to Beijing, China, Lilla has performed with an impressive array of artists, including Trombone Shorty, Michael Franti & Spearhead, Carol King, Karl Denison, Eric Krasno, Southern Avenue and Annie Lennox. She has recorded with Esperanza Spalding, Talib Kweli and more. With her dynamic band and soulful originals, she brings remarkable class, presence, energy, depth and talent to the stage.

Lilla recently won the 2025 - 2026 Cascade Blues Association’s solo Journey To Memphis Challenge and was sent to Memphis, TN to compete in the International Blues Challenge and represent the NW. Lilla was nominated this year for 2026 the Best Female Vocalist Muddy award.

Shortly after graduating from Berklee College of Music, the singer, bandleader, producer and multi-instrumentalist released her second self-produced album, The Awakening. It was recorded all over the map, from Bob Marley’s studio (Tuff Gong) in Jamaica to Kfar Saba, Israel. The Awakening is her testament to the power of music and its ability to connect musicians, culture, and people from around the globe.

At the age of 6, Lilla taught herself to play the piano by ear and was writing her own songs.  As her passion for music continued to grow, she fell in love with gospel and Jazz.  She attended Grant high school and toured the East Coast with the internationally recognized choir, Royal Blues. At 16 Lilla joined a socially conscious hip-hop band along with Esperanza Spalding. Their original songs pushed the boundaries of hip-hop and jazz. After providing guest vocals for a numerous of hip-hop, R&B and jazz notables, Lilla started getting into production, and soon after produce an album of her own.

This artist infuses her music and performance with uplifting energy. Lilla strives to create music that empowers through song. She is active in her community and is a music educator. Through her music, community, environmental and charity efforts, she is committed to making a positive impact in the world through music.

Lilla is excited to share more music with you, recently releasing of her 3rd album, Soul Love! This is the best work yet from Lilla.