Season 40 Plot
Jools Holland introduces a diverse mix of new musical talent and established artists
Later... with Jools Holland Season 40 aired on April 20th, 2012.
Season 40 Episodes
1. Paul Weller, The Maccabees, Céu, Paul Buchanan, Beth Jeans Houghton & The Hooves of Destiny, and Willis Earl Beal
Later... returns with performances from Paul Weller, The Maccabees, Céu, Paul Buchanan and Willis Earl Beal. Mike Skinner chats to Jools about his autobiography.
2. Jack White, Norah Jones, Alabama Shakes, The Chieftains, Secret Sisters, Carolina Chocolate Drops, and Grimes
Performing in the studio are Jack White, Norah Jones, Alabama Shakes, The Chieftains, Secret Sisters, Carolina Chocolate Drops, and Canadian artist and musician Grimes.
3. St Vincent, Richard Hawley, Damon Albarn, and Charles Bradley
Performing in the studio are St Vincent, Richard Hawley, Charles Bradley, Tigran and Rita Ora, plus Damon Albarn showcases his Dr Dee folk opera.
4. Plan B, Tom Jones, Django Django, Ren Harvieu, Melody Gardot, and Punch Brothers
Performing in the studio are Plan B - who showcases tunes from his Ill Manors album, Django Django, Ren Harvieu, Melody Gardot, Punch Brothers and Tom Jones.
5. Dexys, Kevin Rowland, Hot Chip, Rumer, Ben Howard, and June Tabor & Oysterband
Joining Jools in this edition of the show are Dexys, South London's Hot Chip, Rumer, singer-songwriter Ben Howard, June Tabor and Oysterband.
6. Jimmy Cliff, Esperanza Spalding, The Hives, Paloma Faith, Beach House, and Jake Bugg
Joining Jools on the final show of the series are Jamaican legend Jimmy Cliff, Esperanza Spalding, Swedish quintet The Hives, Paloma Faith, pop synth duo Beach House and Jake Bugg.