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Jools Holland OBE DL was born Julian Miles Holland on 24th January 1958 in Blackheath, Southeast London. At the age of eight, he could play the piano fluently by ear, and by the time he reached his early teens he was proficient and confident enough to be appearing regularly in many of the pubs in South East London and the East End Docks.
At the age of 15, Jools was introduced to Glenn Tilbrook and Chris Difford; together they formed Squeeze, and shortly afterwards they were joined by Gilson Lavis (who had already played with, among others, B.B. King, Chuck Berry, and Max Wall) – who still drums with Jools.
In 1987, Jools formed The Jools Holland Big Band – comprising himself and Gilson Lavis. This has gradually metamorphosed into the current 19-piece Jools Holland and His Rhythm & Blues Orchestra, which consists of pianist, organist, drummer, three female vocals, guitar, bass guitar, two tenor saxophones, two alto saxophones, baritone saxophone, three trumpets, and three trombones.
As well as formidable live performances, Jools has maintained a prolific recording career since signing to Warner Music in 1996, which includes the multimillion selling Jools Holland and Friends series. Notable 'friends' have included Sting, Chrissie Hynde, George Harrison, Norah Jones, Eric Clapton, David Gilmour, Bono, Joe Strummer, KT Tunstall, Robert Plant, Smokey Robinson, Kylie, Marc Almond, Ringo Starr, Peter Gabriel, Solomon Burke, and many more.
Jools' career as a television presenter has run parallel to his musical career. After presenting two series of Juke Box Jury in 1989 and then 26 shows of The Happening in 1990, Jools was asked in 1992 to host a new music programme for BBC2, which combined his talent and experience as a musician with his skills as a TV presenter. This was Later... with Jools Holland.
Jools' achievements were formally recognized in June 2003, when he was awarded the OBE in the Queen's Birthday Honours List.
Never get bored with the fabulous musicality of Jools, The rhythm and blues orchestra and all the guests. Left the Apollo with a wide smile on my face - just like everyone else there. Another great night!
Everyone as to see the show before they die Never been before but def go again The orchestra out of this world jools on the piano omg I've no words fantastic Mark almond fab sing a long time The 2 backing singers fabulous (one was from Oldham ) The young guitar player 19 years of age what a future he's got And Ruby Turner what a voice sang silent night crowd joined in magical Didn't want the concert to end def be back
Great venue. Helpful and polite staff. Great atmosphere. Jools and the Rhythm and Blues Orchestra always deliver a fantastic professional and immensely enjoyable experience! Thank you so much!
Been watching Jools and the R&B Orchestra for many, many years and the Apollo Manchester 2024 concert was as good as I've ever seen them. Toby Lee's contribution was fabulous.
Excellent night, Jools Holland and his guests smashed it out of the park.
Firstly the young lady that was on at the beginning was absolutely fabulous! However the venue kept the bar open and the noise was annoying, disrespectful and down right rude ! Jools and his amazing band , Guests and instruments were absolutely fantastic! Just a full fun packed show ! I've always wanted to see Jools live and was not disappointed! The venue however was disappointing, seats were too close together and no leg room ! The staff were lovely and very helpful.
Absolutely wonderful night as always! Could not get any better! The highlight of our year- entertainment at its best with the Wonderfully talented Jools and his amazing musicians and guest singers. Miss Ruby Turner is awesome xxx
Wow! that's how I would sum up the show . We had a fantastic evening, just pure great music from top class musicians and singers . I can't believe the standard of entertainment we got for such a modestly priced ticket . And good to see an audience just enjoying the music without an iPhone held up in front of them 😃 Looking for tickets for 2025
Once again Jools and guests amaze us with their talent for over 2 hours.
Jools was excellent and on stage the whole time with all his guests - so much stamina! His guests were great too, giving their all. Guest singer/guitarist Toby Lee, only 20 years old, magnificent. Just buzzing.
Only went because it was a present for my husband but OMG what a show! I thoroughly enjoyed everything from Hannah White through to the end of Jools and his guests. ABSOLUTELY AMAZING. Highly recommend and I will be going again.
I only went as it was a present for my husband but OMG what an amazing show. Thoroughly enjoyed from Hannah White through to Jools and his guests. Absolutely amazing, would definitely recommend and I will be going again.
Never disappointed with this show , great guests , great band . Marc Almond was fantastic got the audience on their feet . As always Jools was his usual spectacular self.
As ever a great night, with Marc Almond as a special guest
The show was outstanding, so polished as a band , fantastic night!! The venue was Awful , poor food and drinks , £2.50 for a packet of crisps , but it didn't dpoil a great show . Poor show Brighton Centre , sort it out
A truly amazing concert from start to finish. Excellent guests. Have been going for 4 years this year was even better.
You think it's good to watch on TV, it's amazing live!
Jools was fantastic aas he always is and super guests this year to Jolly good sing along and dance
Absolutely amazing from start to finish. 2 hours flew by. A real party, what a show!!... 🥳🥳 Great venue!!
A truly brilliant show, great entertainment. Also nice to see the guests being given the rating they deserve. The whole evening was truly a foot-tapping, dancing in the aisles experience.