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Jools Holland and His Rhythm and Blues Orchestra
Stockton Globe in Stockton-on-TeesWed, Dec 2, 2026 · 07:30 PM
Overview
Overview
Jools Holland and His Rhythm and Blues Orchestra is a Music / R&B / R&B event at Stockton Globe in Stockton-on-Tees.
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Jools Holland brings his celebrated Rhythm & Blues Orchestra to Durham for an evening of boogie-woogie and classic R&B. The 17-piece ensemble, led by the former Squeeze pianist and TV personality, delivers a powerful sound built on piano, horns, and soulful vocals.
Expect a high-energy show featuring vocalists Ruby Turner, Louise Marshall, and Mabel Ray, alongside a tight rhythm section and a full horn line-up. The orchestra's repertoire spans jump blues, swing, and original compositions, creating a lively atmosphere that gets audiences dancing.
With decades of touring experience, Holland's orchestra is known for its polished yet spontaneous performances. This concert offers a chance to hear one of the UK's most enduring live acts in an intimate setting.
📍 Durham🎟️ Tickets from £43
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Good to know
- The orchestra features 17 musicians including a full horn section.
- Lead vocalists include Ruby Turner, Louise Marshall, and Mabel Ray.
- Jools Holland has led the band since its formation in 1987.
Frequently asked questions
Who is in the current lineup?
The current members include Jools Holland, Ruby Turner, Louise Marshall, Mabel Ray, Ed Richardson, Mark Flanagan, Dave Swift, Christopher Holland, Phil Veacock, Michael 'Bammi' Rose, Derek Nash, Nick Lunt, Roger Goslyn, Fayyaz Virji, Winston Rollins, Jason McDermid, and Jon Scott.
When was the band formed?
The band was formed in 1987.
Lineup
Ruby Turner
Francella Ruby Turner MBE is a British Jamaican R&B and soul singer, songwriter, and actress.
Ed Richardson
This is a list of some of the major or minor characters that appear on the soap opera As the World Turns.
Dave Swift
Dave Swift is a British multi-instrumentalist. He is best known for his work on the BBC2 Television program Later... with Jools Holland as part of Jools Holland's Rhythm and Blues Orchestra.
Christopher Holland
Christopher William Holland is an English keyboard player, singer and songwriter. He is the younger brother of pianist and band-leader Jools Holland.
Phil Veacock
Jools Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra is an English rhythm and blues band led by boogie-woogie and former Squeeze pianist and television personality Jools Holland.
Nick Lunt
Jools Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra is an English rhythm and blues band led by boogie-woogie and former Squeeze pianist and television personality Jools Holland.
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Stockton Globe in Stockton-on-Tees
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Stockton Globe in Stockton-on-Tees, Durham
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