Vitalia Khmil

Vitalia is a queer Ukrainian-Canadian singer-songwriter, actress, and now DJ who thrives in front of the camera, on stage, and behind the mic. Starting her musical journey at age six, performing annually at Montreal’s Ukrainian festival, she has since cultivated a bold and ever-evolving sound that blends elements of pop, alternative, dance, and rock. With a versatile voice and an eclectic, genre-defying style, she continuously pushes artistic boundaries, drawing inspiration from a wide range of influences. 

For Vitalia, songwriting is more than just a craft — it’s a deeply personal and therapeutic outlet. Her lyrics capture raw emotion and unfiltered honesty, creating a sense of connection with listeners who share similar life experiences. Through her music, she aims to provide comfort and a sense of belonging, reminding others they’re not alone in their struggles. 

Known for her electric stage presence, Vitalia thrives on engaging with her audience, turning every performance into an interactive and unforgettable experience. She debuted her sad girl pop era with what a shame and released her highly anticipated first EP alone in a crowd in April 2025 — a moody, emotionally rich project featuring tracks like molly and insecure. The EP explores themes of longing, heartbreak, and vulnerability over dark pop and danceable beats. Her music video for molly surpassed 60k views within its first three months, further solidifying her rising influence.

Vitalia has collaborated with a range of talented producers, including Grammy-winning Housefly, Latin Grammy winner Felipe Castro, KOLA, and Michael Go, crafting a sound that merges organic textures with polished, forward-thinking production. Following the completion of her sad girl pop chapter, she’s ushering in a new sonic phase with her house-pop “hot girl summer” era. The debut single of this next chapter, rebound sex, showcases her embrace of groovy, KAYTRANADA-esque production, signaling a shift toward bolder, sexier, and rhythm-driven tracks made for the dancefloor.

In 2025, she also began DJing — adding another dimension to her artistry and performance style. Her DJ sets blend her deep love for 2000s and 2010s throwbacks, funk-infused pop, and high-energy house and EDM, adapting fluidly to the vibe of any event. Whether curating nostalgic, dancey crowd-pleasers or diving into electronic and underground grooves, Vitalia brings a contagious energy and a sharp ear for atmosphere. She’s now available for booking as a DJ and performer, offering genre-flexible sets tailored to everything from nightclubs and festivals to private parties and pop-up events.

Vitalia’s music is a constantly evolving tapestry of influences, with each phase of her career exploring a different sonic landscape. Her debut funk-inspired releases carried the shimmering, danceable essence of ABBA and Dua Lipa, blending retro grooves with a modern, playful edge. Her “sad girl pop” phase channeled the emotional depth of Billie Eilish and The Neighbourhood, laced with flashes of Lady Gaga’s theatrical drama. Her current “hot girl summer” house pop sound leans into the effortless cool of artists like KAYTRANADA and INJI, proving she’s equally at home in a nightclub anthem as in a haunting ballad. Looking ahead, her 2026 rock EP will draw from the raw grit of Paramore, WILLOW, Okean Elzy, and early 2000s emo-rock, infusing alt sounds with both Western and Eastern European emotion.

Beyond her artistry, Vitalia holds a Bachelor’s degree in Jazz Vocal Performance and offers vocal coaching for singers looking to build skill and confidence through a pop-informed lens. Whether on stage, behind the DJ booth, or in the studio, her passion for music continues to guide her — always evolving, always daring, and always staying true to the stories she’s here to tell.