Jools Holland and His Rhythm and Blues Orchestra
- Viernes, mayo 15
- 19:00-22:00
- The Anvil Churchill Way, Basingstoke RG21 7QR, Reino Unido
Info
Jools Holland brings his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra to The Anvil in Basingstoke on 15 May 2026. From the piano he drives a brassy, big‑band sound rooted in boogie‑woogie, swing and classic rhythm & blues. Expect tight horn lines, rolling grooves and that crisp call‑and‑response feel that powers his live shows, with arrangements that shift between instrumental workouts and vocal features. The repertoire draws from his own catalogue and the wider R&B songbook, tailored for the stage with room for solos and rapid-fire exchanges.
Special guest Roachford adds his blend of soul, rock and R&B, led by his warm voice and keyboards. Built around catchy hooks and a direct groove, his set slots naturally with Holland’s orchestra, balancing pop‑soul energy with rockier touches and a keen focus on ensemble playing.
On vocals, Ruby Turner, Louise Marshall and Sumudu Jayatilaka share the leads and harmonies. Turner brings a broad soul‑blues colour, Marshall a solid yet flexible tone, and Jayatilaka a bright clarity. Together they anchor the backing vocals, carry the choruses and energise the gospel, blues and jazz passages that punctuate the set. The evening is conceived as a fluid back‑and‑forth between Holland’s piano, the power of the brass and the voices that lift each number skyward.
Line-up
Lugar
The Anvil
Churchill Way, Basingstoke RG21 7QR, Reino Unido