Pianist, bandleader, and UK music institution Jools Holland unites an all-star cast on The Golden Age of Song, a vibrant collaboration album celebrating classic songwriting and soulful performance. Backed by his acclaimed Rhythm & Blues Orchestra, Holland bridges eras and genres—R&B, soul, and jazz—by pairing timeless standards and overlooked gems with powerhouse contemporary voices. Studio collaborations with artists like Jessie J, Tom Jones, Rumer, James Morrison, Paloma Faith, Paul Weller, Joss Stone, Mick Hucknall, Gregory Porter, and Ruby Turner sit alongside electrifying Hootenanny live cuts featuring Amy Winehouse & Paul Weller, Lily Rose Cooper, Paolo Nutini, Florence Welch, and Cee Lo Green. The result is a richly arranged showcase of songcraft and interpretive flair that underscores Holland’s cultural impact as a curator of great music and a champion of cross-generational artistry.

• Artist: Jools Holland & His Rhythm & Blues Orchestra
• Format: Audio CD
• Release Type: Album
• Genre: R&B, Soul, Jazz
• Featuring: Jessie J, Tom Jones, Rumer, James Morrison, Paloma Faith, Paul Weller, Joss Stone, Mick Hucknall, Gregory Porter, Ruby Turner, Amy Winehouse, Lily Rose Cooper, Paolo Nutini, Florence Welch, Cee Lo Green

1. Don't Go To Strangers – Amy Winehouse & Paul Weller (Live 2006)
2. The Lady Is A Tramp – Lily Rose Cooper (Live 2008)
3. Lovin' Machine – Paolo Nutini (Live 2009)
4. My Baby Just Cares For Me – Florence Welch (Live 2009)
5. Reet Petite – Cee Lo Green (Live 2010)

• Edition: Standard Edition
• Model Number: 2564654342
• Dimensions: 14.2 x 12.6 x 0.99 cm; 108 g

• Media: CD
• Packaging: Jewel case

Jools Holland is a British pianist, composer, bandleader, and broadcaster who first rose to prominence with the band Squeeze before becoming a household name as host of the long-running television series Later… with Jools Holland. Renowned for his boogie-woogie piano style and deep knowledge of roots, jazz, blues, and soul, he leads the Rhythm & Blues Orchestra, a large ensemble celebrated for dynamic arrangements and high-energy live performances. Holland’s career spans decades of collaborations with legendary artists across genres, cementing his role as a key figure in showcasing and preserving great song traditions while introducing new generations to classic repertoire.