LITTLE BY LITTLE

There is a magic that happens when formal technicality meets raw talent. For the mid-south band, Little by Little, that magic is what they exemplify.

Founded in 2016 and honed through a combination of both formal music programs of Murray State University and self-taught dedication, the band has evolved from a tight-knit, acoustic trio to an electric, indie-soul-rock force to be reckoned with. The band’s foundation is built on chemistry; the rhythm of Brent Smith on bass and Carson McCann on drums, along with the vintage tinges from Sam Blalock’s guitar precision, and the leadership of frontwoman Kayla Little on guitar and vocals make them the cream of the crop of the region’s music community. 

Winners of the 2024 WKMS Battle of the Bands competition, the group has been on the march with their first full-length record Dream, released in 2025. From their first EP Shine to their most recent release, Little by Little has been on a journey blending soul and rock with modern pop. 

If you were to put Lake Street Dive, Sara Bareilles, and hints of Rumours-era Fleetwood Mac in a blender, the cocktail would be Little by Little. From the trained jazzy vocals of Kayla Little to the synchronicity of the well-oiled ensemble, you’ll be talking about them long after you leave the concert.