Jools Holland and his rhythm and blues orchestra to visit Nottingham on tour

Musical maestro Jools Holland and his famous Rhythm and Blues Orchestra are on tour with special guests Marc Almond and Toby Lee.

They will be calling at Royal Concert Hall, Nottingham, on Sunday, November 24, where fans of both Jools and Marc are sure to be up on their feet.

Jools said: “I’m delighted to announce a truly remarkable mix of guest artists 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 and 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.”

Together with the skilful musicianship of the orchestra, which features drums from original Squeeze member Gilson Lavis, Jools will be performing tracks spanning his entire solo career.

His guest Marc has sold over 30 million records worldwide, from his years in the internationally acclaimed duo Soft Cell to the successful solo career that followed, with hit songs including ‘Say Hello, Wave Goodbye’, ‘Something’s Gotten Hold Of My Heart’ and, of course, ‘Tainted Love’.

Audiences will also be treated to the supreme talent of blues guitar prodigy and social media sensation, 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, and he has since gone on to perform in West End productions, winning Olivier and UK Blues Awards and showcasing his skills on TV and live performances around the world.

Fans will be thrilled to hear that the show will once again feature the incredible Ruby Turner and the outstanding vocals of Louise Marshall and Sumudu Jayatilaka.