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KAYSLEE DON COLLINS is a luminous and powerful spirit reminiscent of classic heroines from the 1970s.
Originally from San Diego, Kayslee's initial venture to Los Angeles included modeling and acting, landing campaigns for Skims, Guess, Playboy, and appeared in many commercials throughout the years.
With music always being the focal point of her dreams, Kayslee began to pursue the art with a steady focus in 2018. Honing in on a sound that is timeless yet uniquely her own, Kayslee began collaborating with writers and producers, including Joe Keefe of Family of the Year - who produced and co-wrote her debut EP, Selfish Baby (released in 2019). Additionally, Tyler Blake, one half of the electronic duo Classixx, got his hands on the single "Sixteen" for a remix. It was the debut release for his solo project, oceans1985, and was featured on the viral hit Netflix series, Never Have I Ever.
Catching the ear of KCRW’s Chris Douridas, Kayslee was invited to play the famed School Night at Bardot, captivating a packed house for her first live performance. Beginning to entertain interest from major labels, Covid hit and pressed pause on what momentum had been building. Rather than waiting for the industry to find its feet and re-discover her, she kept her focus on creating, embracing the indie spirit.
In 2021, Kayslee released a cover of the ever powerful Carly Simon hit “You’re So Vain” produced by Mister Amiss (Gavin McDonald).
Kayslee’s latest venture is a collaboration with Producer Ian Walsh (Pulse Recording - phem, Grayscale, Smallpools, NEFFEX, Upsahl) and writer Sophie Hintze (BMG - JORDY, Minke, Kah-Lo). They based the project on the music Kayslee listens to daily and the music that continuously inspires her, such as Linda Rondstadt and Joni Mitchell. Kayslee, Ian, and Sophie started production on Don’s EP in summer of 2021 and immediately sparks flew. Kayslee and Sophie also teamed up with prolific artist/producer Twin Shadow for a track. They hope to let the EP feel as if you’re at a party in Laurel Canyon in the 1970s.
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