Hilal Kaya is a Turkish singer, composer and guitarist from Denmark. Her music blends Anatolian roots with psychedelic and soulful sounds. She has collaborated with Haluk Levent and the Danish group Kalaha, together with whom she released Mandala, Mystafa and Tutku with Aarhus Jazz Orchestra. Tutku was nominated for four Danish Music Awards, and in 2025 Hilal received two more DMA Roots nominations for Sultan. Her solo journey began with Perişan in 2024, leading up to her debut album in 2026.