Jools Holland returns to BBC Two with more ‘Later…’

The Beeb have confirmed that in May Later… with Jools Holland will return to BBC Two for a brand new series. There will also be a ‘best of’ series for BBC Four.

Later…with Jools Holland, sees Jools return to the historic Alexandra Palace to record his latest ‘with’ sessions.

Last year the show celebrated its 30th anniversary with a one-off show featuring performances from Robert Plant, Michael Kiwanuka, First Aid Kit, Richard Hawley, Poppy Ajudha, and many others. The previous series of Later, in autumn 2022, featured performances from Arctic Monkeys, Christine and the Queens Presents Redcar, Burna Boy, RAYE, Phoenix, FLO, Self Esteem and The 1975.

This run of episodes will bring more unique performances from the eclectic mix of artists the show is famed for.

To complement the return of the music showcase, BBC Four is to broadcast an hour-long Later…with Jools Holland compilations series themed around country, floor fillers and reggae & ska. The programmes will feature classic Later… performances from artists including Amy Winehouse, Disclosure with Sam Smith, Johnny Cash, Nile Rodgers, Róisín Murphy, Taylor Swift and The Specials.