Edward Mark Holstein

Ed Holstein has been a stalwart of the Chicago folk music scene for over 40 years.

He has written a number of songs including “Jazzman” which have been recorded or performed by the likes of Bette Midler, Bonnie Koloc, Tom Rush, Steve Goodman, and Martin Simpson.

In the early days of the Chicago Folk Boom Eddie and his late brother Fred Holstein performed at legendary clubs like The Earl Of Old Town and Somebody Else’s Troubles where folks like Goodman, John Prine, Bonnie Koloc & others got their start. The Holstein brothers owned a self named club that featured national touring acts until the late ‘80s.

He is also a featured performer on the Grammy-winning album [m751507]. His folk songs are a unique blend of blues and humour.