Rick Holmstrom w/ special guest Laura Chavez

Over the years, Holmstrom has released 7 solo albums on labels including Black Top, Tone Cool and M.C. Records, as well as winning a Grammy in 2011 with Staples (You Are Not Alone) and 2026 (Beautiful Strangers) and nominations in 2015, 2013 and 2009. He has toured with Johnny Dyer, William Clarke, Rod Piazza, Booker T, and played with Staples on tours with Bob Dylan and Bonnie Raitt, and most recently, Trombone Shorty and Ziggy Marley. In 2014 he and Staples performed for President Obama at the 50th Anniversary of the Civil Rights Act.

Laura Chavez
Chavez’s 6-string magic has elevated the blues of Lara Price and the late Candye Kane to world-class levels. She has carved out a stinging, soulful, and personal sound that encompasses Texas, California, Chicago, and Mississippi styles—all derived directly from the originators. Talented fingers and heavy strings let her deliver maximum tone with minimal distortion. Authentic blues guitar doesn’t get any better than this. —MR