Kris Barras’ new UK blues-rock collective Hollow Souls has released their third single, “Bad Things,” featuring Chris Tapp from The Cold Stares, available on all streaming platforms since yesterday, Thursday, July 31, 2025. Watch the official music video here. The band has also announced their self-titled debut EP Hollow Souls, set for release on October 10, 2025, and a 20-date Autumn UK tour with special guest Troy Redfern, with tickets available via The Gig Cartel.
Bad Things: A Collaborative Blues-Rock Gem
“Bad Things” marks Hollow Souls’ third single, following “Borderline” with Jared James Nichols and “Shotgun” with Jon ‘Marv’ Harvey from Monster Truck. The track, co-written by Barras and long-time collaborator Josiah J Manning, teams up with Tapp, a key figure in The Cold Stares—a duo turned trio from Kentucky, now based in Indiana. Known for their fresh blues and southern rock sound, Tapp’s songwriting has graced video games and TV commercials. Recorded remotely from Tapp’s Evansville, IN, studio, the song blends his cool verses with lead vocalist Phoebe Jane’s punchy choruses, creating a devilishly upbeat, swampy earworm.
Barras shares, “I have admired Chris and the work of Cold Stares for a long while… I knew instantly he would take this song up ten notches. He did, and I’m so grateful to have him involved.” Their friendship, sparked on the Joe Bonamassa ‘Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea’ cruise, fuels this collaboration, with Tapp adding his unique flavor to the track.
Hollow Souls EP: A Debut to Anticipate
The eponymous Hollow Souls EP, featuring six tracks including the three singles, drops on October 10, 2025, available on 10” vinyl, CD, and download. Pre-orders are open at https://shop.hollowsouls.co.uk, offering fans a chance to own this blues-rock milestone from the band, fresh off their secret set at Maid of Stone Festival.
A Rising Force in 2025
Hollow Souls’ collaborative spirit and tour momentum highlight a vibrant blues-rock resurgence. Stream “Bad Things” today, pre-order the EP, and secure your tour tickets to witness this evolving collective live.
Kris Barras’ Hollow Souls 2025 UK Tour
To celebrate the launch of Hollow Souls, the band is hitting the road for a 20-date UK tour this October and November. This run will see Kris return to the venues that helped shape his career while bringing an electrifying new sound to the British blues-rock scene.
Tour Dates:
October 2025
- Thu 16 – Bedford, Esquires
- Fri 17 – Chesterfield, Real Time Live
- Sat 18 – London, Camden Underworld
- Sun 19 – Stowmarket, John Peel Centre
- Wed 22 – Shoreham, Ropetackle
- Thu 23 – Cardiff, The Globe
- Fri 24 – Leek, Foxlowe Arts
- Sat 25 – Gloucester, Guildhall
- Sun 26 – Norwich, Waterfront Studio
- Wed 29 – Grimsby, Docks Academy
- Thu 30 – Huddersfield, Parish
- Fri 31 – Birmingham, Castle & Falcon
November 2025
- Sat 1 – Stockton, Georgian Theatre
- Sun 2 – Carlisle, Old Fire Station
- Tue 4 – Glasgow, Oran Mor
- Wed 5 – Edinburgh, La Belle Angele
- Thu 6 – York, Crescent
- Fri 7 – Blackpool, Waterloo
- Sat 8 – Southampton, Suburbia
- Sun 9 – Tavistock, Wharf
Ticket Info
🎟 General Sale: From The Gig Cartel
Who Are Hollow Souls?
Hollow Souls is Kris Barras’ latest musical project, born out of a desire to return to his blues-rock roots while still pushing boundaries. Inspired by Supersonic Blues Machine, where Kris played alongside legends like Billy Gibbons and Joe Bonamassa, Hollow Souls started as a jam band experiment and quickly evolved into something more.
With long-time collaborator Josiah J Manning at the helm, the lineup includes:
- Kris Barras – Vocals & Guitar
- Phoebe Jane – Vocals
- Joe Harris – Drums
- Leighton Allen – Bass
This is Kris Barras’ passion project, bringing together some of the best talent in British blues-rock. Expect soulful power, hard-hitting riffs, and a return to the roots that made Barras a household name in the UK rock scene.
Why You Can’t Miss Hollow Souls
🔥 Kris Barras back in his blues-rock element
🔥 Massive UK Tour across legendary venues
🔥 “Borderline” single featuring Jared James Nichols
🔥 An all-star lineup of British blues talent
Follow Hollow Souls
📌 Website
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📌 Facebook
📌 YouTube
Don’t miss out—pre-order “Borderline,” grab your tour tickets, and experience the next evolution of Kris Barras’ blues-rock legacy with Hollow Souls!
