Jools Holland

British pianist with an unmistakable attack, Jools Holland performs on 23 April 2026 at the Salle Pleyel in Paris. A founding member of Squeeze, he forged his own path as a bandleader, shaping a highly personal blend of boogie-woogie, rhythm and blues, swing and jazz. On stage, his percussive playing moves in long strides: a rolling left hand and a right hand that delivers crisp stabs, all with a sense of groove that makes you want to follow every turn. His repertoire alternates original compositions, nods to classic barrelhouse piano, and elegant reinterpretations, always with close attention to the overall band sound. One can also hear the imprint of his years on Later... with Jools Holland — a musical curiosity that fuels his arrangements and his appetite for musical dialogue. At Pleyel, the setting places the piano front and center and lets the set’s dynamics breathe, creating a concert where R&B energy meets the suppleness of swing without overstating either quality.