December 2nd: Hootenanny Tickets The random draw for tickets to be in the audience at the recording of BBC Two's Jools' Annual Hootenanny is now open; it takes place at Maidstone Studios on Wednesday 18th December. For more information on how to apply, the location and time of recording, please click here. June 12th: Arthur 'Gaps' Hendrickson © 2023 Evie Gotham. So sad we have lost Gaps Hendrickson. One of the kindest and gentlest of men, and one of the originators of British Ska music. He was a dear friend who will be missed by myself and all my orchestra and crew. We send love and condolences to his family – Jools Holland. March 1st Swing Fever is officially Number 1 in the UK! Thank you all so much for the support, we couldn't be happier – Jools Holland, Sir Rod Stewart, and The Rhythm & Blues Orchestra. February 23rd: Swing Fever is Out Now We're proud to announce that the Rod Stewart and Jools Holland brand new album Swing Fever is officially out now. This is a collection of timeless classics, reimagined with a touch of their own unique flair and energy. From the irresistible rhythms to the soulful melodies, every track on this album is a celebration of the joy and spirit of swing music. Click here to order. January 31st: Autumn/Winter Tour tickets on general sale on Friday 2nd February at 10.00am "I'm delighted to announce a truly remarkable mix of guest artist on this year's winter tour, from the Boogie Woogie Queen of our orchestra, Ruby Turner, to the iconic songmanship of Marc Almond. I'm also proud to introduce the new dazzling voice and guitar of British blues, the extraordinary 19-year-old Toby Lee. Louise Marshall and Sumudu Jayatilaka will be illuminating brilliant songs old and new. All backed by the unique sound of my Rhythm & Blues Orchestra, the big band that will treat us to mega talented soloists and frenzy inducing rhythms. Please come and join us; I look forward to seeing you" – Jools Holland Jools Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra have today announced the run of dates for their 2024 Autumn/Winter Tour, with special guests Marc Almond and introducing Toby Lee. From his years in the internationally acclaimed duo Soft Cell to the successful solo career that followed, Marc Almond has sold over 30 million records worldwide with his list of hit songs including Say Hello, Wave Goodbye and Tainted Love. He previously recorded and toured with Jools in 2018. Audiences will also be treated to the supreme talent of blues guitar prodigy Toby Lee. Described by Joe Bonamassa as "a future superstar of the blues", Toby first came to public attention at 10 years old when he posted a get well soon jam for BB King which went viral with five million views in a week. Fans will be thrilled to hear that the shows will once again feature the incredible Ruby Turner and the outstanding vocals of Louise Marshall and Sumudu Jayatilaka. Together with the skilful musicianship of the Rhythm & Blues Orchestra, which features drums from original Squeeze member Gilson Lavis, Jools Holland will be performing tracks spanning his entire solo career. With a catalogue of boogie woogie classics to choose from, the show is sure to have fans of both Jools and Marc Almond on their feet! Tickets for the tour are on general sale from 10.00am on Friday 2nd February via www.ticketmaster.co.uk and www.seetickets.com. For the list of dates, click here. 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