Kris Barras Band live in London

Experience Kris Barras Band live on August 17th

Kris Barras Band is scheduled to perform at The Fighting Cocks in Kingston upon Thames, London, on August 17, 2026. The band’s music blends blues rock with elements of hard rock and melodic songwriting, often featuring Barras’ distinctive slide guitar work and powerful vocals. They have established a reputation for energetic live performances and have released several studio albums to critical acclaim within the UK blues-rock scene, including “Dead Man’s Handle” and “Halo Effects”.

The Fighting Cocks is a long-standing live music venue with a significant history in the London area. Originally a pub dating back to the 18th century, it became renowned as a key location for emerging rock and progressive rock acts during the 1970s and 1980s. Bands like Dire Straits and The Police played early gigs there. Following a period of closure and redevelopment in the early 2000s, it reopened as a dedicated music venue focusing on live performances, particularly showcasing blues, rock, and roots music. It maintains a relatively intimate capacity, fostering close audience interaction with performers.