Tom Holland and the Shuffle Kings at Slippery Noodle Inn

Tom Holland, a Chicago south side native, developed his sound early, inspired by blues legend like Muddy Waters and Magic Slim. By his late teens, he was performing professionally and went on to tour extensively with artists including John Primer, Eddy "The Chief" Clearwater, and James Cotton. A seasoned guitarist with decades of experience, he has recorded on Grammy-nominated projects and earned induction into the Chicago Blues Hall of Fame. Today, Holland is recognized as a standout torchbearer of classic Chicago blues guitar.