Kris Kolls: ‘Love Is the Reason Behind Everything’

With her latest collaboration “The Joy” alongside Frankawara, singer and songwriter Kris Kolls continues to shape her own space in the world of emotional electronica. The track blends Afro-house rhythms with organic textures and her signature ethereal vocals, creating a sound that feels both grounded and transcendent.

Known for her intuitive approach and fluid artistry, Kris Kolls calls her style Noble Pop — music that’s minimal, heartfelt, and honest. In this interview, she opens up about finding inspiration through self-love, the healing power of sound, and how “The Joy” became more than just a song — it became a reflection of freedom, trust, and inner peace.

1. Let’s start with your latest release, “The Joy” – a collaboration that blends Afro-house, organic textures, and those unmistakable ethereal vocals you bring. How did this track come together, and what drew you to be part of it?

“The Joy” was written during a time of deep inner searching. I was in an incredibly elevated, inspired state — spending a lot of time by the sea, lost in thoughts. The words reflect a total sense of love and freedom — toward everything and everyone, but especially toward myself. That’s why the vocals sound so gentle and delicate.

2. When you first heard Frankawara’s instrumental idea for “The Joy”, what emotions or images came to mind? Did you instantly know what kind of vocal or mood you wanted to bring to it?

At first, I was genuinely surprised when Frankawara reached out about a collaboration. He had written so many kind words about my original track, and almost immediately sent me the first version of his Afro-house remix. I instantly fell in love with the idea of creating something together in that style. The whole process was comfortable and flowed naturally — we quickly found the right direction and refined it together. I’m truly grateful to him for his trust and creative openness.

3. The song walks this beautiful line, as it’s groovy and uplifting, but also incredibly soothing. How intentional was that duality? Were you thinking of a specific space or feeling — like movement, serenity, or connection?

Frank managed to capture the exact mood and fullness of the song. It’s not overloaded — light, yet vibrant and rhythmic. I believe this track is a perfect blend of tenderness wrapped in movement. The Afro-house rhythms bring even more freedom and pleasure to it — they transport you into that feeling of a soft, carefree dance at sunset. And I absolutely love that feeling. 

4. “The Joy” feels like a collaboration built on trust and creative openness. What was your dynamic with Frankawara like? Did you both guide each other’s sounds, or did you mainly follow your intuition?

I think our collaboration was built on complete trust and joy in the process. Two creative people simply enjoying the act of making music — that’s how I’d describe it. We had a natural connection from the start. Maybe it’s luck, or maybe it’s a little reward from the universe.

5. Café De Anatolia has such a strong global identity, blending culture, sound, and storytelling. How did it feel to see your name and sound join that community with this release?

I feel a special sense of pride about releasing this track with the support of Café De Anatolia — such a respected and established label. Being part of something like that already feels like a reward in itself.

6. Kris, your catalog overall stretches far beyond one sound — from soul-infused pop and alt-electronic textures to emotive downtempo and acoustic layers. How do you personally define the world of Kris Kolls sonically?

I’m constantly in search of myself and have never limited my creative vision to just one direction. Pop music is definitely at the core — it’s my favorite and the leading thread in my sound. I define my genre as Noble Pop. That’s how my music feels — minimalistic, clear, not overloaded, and tastefully pop. My Noble Pop is for those who have something to think about, but not enough time to dwell on it.

7. There’s a recurring emotional thread in your work, a sort of sensitivity and spiritual charge. You’ve said before that you create from intuition and feeling rather than structure. What does that process look like in practice for you?

I’ve realized something very important about myself — inspiration doesn’t come from the outside. It comes from self-love. When I truly enjoy where I am and what I’m doing — without judgment or overthinking — that’s when it becomes easiest to speak, to write, and to create. Love is the reason behind everything.

8. You’ve explored very different moods across your releases — Feel It, Horizon, I Think, Little Game, & Again — each with its own heartbeat. Which of these moments do you feel taught you the most about your voice or emotional depth as an artist?

I can’t pick just one specific period. What I can say is — the more I write and experiment, the more I grow, and the more I want to keep going. It’s a chain reaction. The less I fear sharing my personal stories, the more joy and confidence I feel moving forward. So I’m grateful to every single song — they’re all part of my path.

9. Listeners often describe your music as healing, or something that resonates on a deeper, almost subconscious level. Do you see music as a form of emotional healing — both for yourself and your audience?

Absolutely. My mission is for my music to have the power to heal — to help more than any therapist could. I want it to feel like a personal guidebook. I see music as one of the strongest sources of inspiration and emotional healing.

10. After the success of “The Joy”, what kind of sound journey do you see yourself exploring next? Are you leaning toward more collaborations, or diving into something more intimate and personal again?

I’m always open to collaborations and love being part of interesting creative projects. At the same time, I never stop working on new material and sharing my own stories. Ahead lies a very special project that lives in my heart — something deeply personal and eternal for me. It’s a track called “Sakura.” It’s coming very soon — I’m both nervous and excited for it.

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With “The Joy” now out and more music on the way, Kris Kolls reminds us that her art isn’t just something to listen to — it’s something to feel, to breathe, and to carry with you long after the last note fades.