The Heavy Souls Ignite Sheffield’s Blues-Rock Scene with Have You Got Soul”

Review By Halina Wegner

Sheffield’s own The Heavy Souls unleash their thunderous new album, Have You Got Soul, on January 31, 2025, through TMR Rock Records. Packed with raw blues grit and heavy rock energy, this record showcases a band firing on all cylinders, delivering anthems that are equal parts power and soul.

Opening with the fiery title track, Have You Got Soul, The Heavy Souls set the tone with driving rhythms and searing vocals that demand attention. From there, the band’s blues-rock pedigree shines as they navigate a range of themes and moods across the album.

Tracks like She Devil and Caught in Your Spell channel smoky, groove-laden riffs that feel like a late-night jam session in a rock club, while Rise and Fall and Broken bring introspection with soulful melodies and poignant lyrics.

The hauntingly atmospheric The Abyss stands out as a dark, slow-burning masterpiece, showcasing the band’s ability to blend raw emotion with technical precision. Sleepwalking and Prey offer a contrast with their high-energy beats and head-nodding hooks, proving the band’s versatility and depth.

Closing with the evocative ballad The River, the album takes a reflective turn, leaving listeners with a sense of both closure and yearning for more. What sets Have You Got Soul apart is the authenticity and passion The Heavy Souls bring to their craft. Hailing from the steel city of Sheffield, their music feels forged in fire—gritty, unrelenting, and deeply rooted in the blues. The interplay between roaring guitars, pounding drums, and commanding vocals makes each track an immersive experience.

This album isn’t just a collection of songs; it’s a statement. The Heavy Souls channel their influences while carving out a sound that’s unmistakably their own. The dynamic production allows each element to shine, from the soaring guitar solos to the rumbling basslines that anchor the tracks. With Have You Got Soul, The Heavy Souls prove they are not just a band to watch but one to celebrate. This is blues-rock at its finest—unapologetically bold, deeply emotional, and relentlessly powerful. Fans of classic rock, modern blues, and everything in between will find plenty to love here.

Tracklist:

1. Have You Got Soul
2. She Devil
3. Rise and Fall
4. Sleepwalking
5. The Abyss
6. She Said
7. Broken
8. Caught in Your Spell
9. Prey
10. The River

Musicians:

Clarke Vaughan – Vocals

Ben Boswell – Guitar

Ryan Jones – Bass

Charlie Morris – Drums

With their blend of soulful blues and heavy rock, The Heavy Souls breathe new life into the genre, solidifying their place as one of Sheffield’s most exciting musical exports.