Chicago-style bluesman Scott Holt is the real deal; a scorching rocker with real blues chops and a fire to succeed on his own merits.

“I’ve always believed that music played from the heart is a form of prayer. That’s what the Blues is to me, it’s the sound of the human spiritual heart rejoicing or crying or doing both at the same time. Now that I’m on my own, it’s my responsibility to keep the Blues alive and to make sure that the architects of the art form are remembered and honored. We can’t forget Muddy, Wolf, Earl Hooker, John Lee Hooker or Junior Wells, or the host of others who in some case literally gave their lives to this music.”

at Fat Fish Blue March 28 and 29.

 21 Prospect Avenue (Corner of Ontario).  Reservations 216.875.6000 9 p.m. showtime $8 at the door.

www.fatfishblue.com