The USC Stage at the LA Times Festival of Books showcases live music and performances from talented artists within the community and beyond. Join us at the heart of campus for a lively celebration of rhythm, creativity, and culture.

WALLIS is a genre-bending artist who has been charting since the release of her first single at fifteen years old. Blending pop, disco, and rock, WALLIS creates a sound that’s timeless, fresh, and full of life. The Philly native, now based in Los Angeles, runs her own label, Revelation Road, produces music, writes, and performs, all while earning her Popular Music degree at USC. Frequently collaborating with her USC community, she continues to build both sound and scene around her work. Known for her high-energy, magnetic live performances, WALLIS brings an infectious presence to every stage she steps on.

Now entering a new era, WALLIS is about to introduce her debut EP—an escapist, dance-floor-ready project driven by heavy grooves and vibrant energy. It’s a celebration of life, connection, and release. While much of today’s music turns inward, WALLIS brings intentional feel-good energy, building not just a sound, but a scene, and everyone's invited.