Meet Jay

Jaylin
“Jaywill”
Williams

Charlotte, NC drummer. Self-taught, 14+ years in, and known for one thing above all: feel that serves the song.

14+

Years behind the kit

Self-taught

Ears-first player

Charlotte

Based in NC · touring

Pop · R&B

Worship · Hip-Hop · Soul

Music got serious for me as a teenager, serving full-time on my church's worship team. What started as just playing drums quickly became a calling.

I'm a self-taught drummer with 14+ years of experience and a growing footprint in the Pop, R&B, Hip-Hop, and Worship scenes. Around the time I found my footing, I started working with The Maggie Valley Band — which put me on the road, in new cities, and in front of the kind of nights that made it clear this wasn't just something I enjoyed. It was the thing.

Since then I've shared stages with touring artists like The Foxies, Sarah Shook & the Disarmers, and Sanpriest, and worked with names including Dazy Bea, Nia J, and Virtuous. I've also played with Elevation Worship's campus teams, supporting worship leaders tied to GRAMMY®- and Dove Award-winning collectives. Different genres, different rooms — the job is the same: read the moment and serve the song.

I'm a dedicated teacher and a lifelong learner — I've trained through Drumeo and I help other drummers grow through lessons, coaching, and creative development. When I'm not playing, I'm listening to new music, exploring new cities and food, journaling, and spending time with the people I care about.

If you need a player who's prepared, easy to work with, and locked in when it counts — let's talk.