# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The Madcats Blues Jam ft. Tom Holland, Mark Blank  & Ira Sussman, hosted by Drummer Dave Levit
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 28 Jun, 2026 at 06:30 pm – Sun, 28 Jun, 2026 at 11:00 pm
- **Event Description**: The Madcats family is excited to pieces to bring you this June 2026 Independence Day warmup edition of the Last Sunday of the Month Blues Jam. We are again delivering a fantastic lineup with this version of David Levit's Million Dollar Blues Band

House Band: 6:30-7:30 pm
Jammers: 7:45-10:15 pm
House Band: 10:25-10:45 pm

Backline supplied. Bring your axe, sticks, and best Blues tunes to jam with your combo!

We are ALWAYS so excited to have our very own Tom Holland, AKA, "The Red Baron" back with us. Tom is well known for fronting his own band, Tom Holland and The Shuffle Kings. Years on the road with Blues legends such as John Primer (Muddy Waters last guitar player), Eddy "The Chief" Clearwater, and most recently, James Cotton, have made Tom Holland one of the highest in demand Blues artists on the scene today.

Tom played on both of James Cotton’s Grammy Nominated releases, Giant, and Cotton Mouth Man, both on Alligator Records. In 2013 Tom took the band back into the studio, recording No Fluff, Just the Stuff, on his own E Natchel Records imprint, which garnered rave reviews. Tom was also inducted into the Chicago Blues Hall of Fame in 2013. With over 24 years of stage experience under his belt, Tom Holland is, without a doubt one of the finest purveyors of classic Chicago Blues guitar styles.

Our special guest artist is the ever-fantastic Mark Blank on guitar. While during the day he is a mild-mannered real estate agent in Winnetka, at night he transforms into a guitar play who continually amazes. Don't take my word for it. Come and see for yourself. This Bluesman has it going on!

Ira Sussman joins us again on bass. He has played with so many bands and currently can be seen with Roger That! helping you surf to your hearts content. He has been seen with the likes of Louie Zagoras and Rollover, Mitch the Lip and The Side Hustle, Eric and The Dynamos, Wall of Denial, Kevin Purcell and Friends, Front Burner, and many others.

Drummer Dave Levit is seen with artists throughout the area including The Glenn Davis Band, and occasionally with Al Spears's Hurricane Project, BB & The Honey, The Zach Avery Band, The Windy City Rev Ups, The New Colony Six, Fifty-One Lincoln, Roger That!, Caesar Salad, Vintage Vinyl, The Danny Baron Band, The Chicago Blues Super Session, and more.

Some of the past artists you may have seen him with are: Sammy Fender, Ivy Ford, JB Ritchie, Darren Jay and the Delta Souls, Allister Perea, and The Mustangs. He is also an instructor offering lessons to select students as well. Some exciting new projects are always in the works. You will certainly hear about them as they break out.

Tom Holland - Guitar & Vocals
Mark Blank - Guitar, & Vocals
Ira Sussman - Bass
Hosted by: 
David Levit  - Drums, Promo, Off-Handed Comments, Life Changing Announcements, Spiffy Fedoras.

Oh yeah and Ricky Hendrix is dialing in the mix so so the PA sound is just right. He usually gets up and plays guitar, bass, and who knows what else!

This is another dynamite formation of David Levit's Million Dollar Blues Band! This remains the best Blues Jam you could ever dream of. Come and join the Madcats crew and let's welcome the Million Dollar Blues Band to the stage!

Keep your eyes on these events as we have a lineup of special guests in the coming months that will make your head spin. Want to know more? Ask Dave at the Jam!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/palatine/the-madcats-blues-jam-ft-tom-holland-mark-blank-and-ira-sussman-hosted-by-drummer-dave-levit/200030248865155
- **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, art, fourth-of-july, raves
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 59

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Palatine
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Madcats
- **lat**: 42.110829837317
- **long**: -88.04686
- **full address**: Madcats, 117 W Slade St, Palatine, IL 60067-0414, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is The Madcats Blues Jam ft. Tom Holland, Mark Blank  & Ira Sussman, hosted by Drummer Dave Levit being held?
  - **A:** The Madcats Blues Jam ft. Tom Holland, Mark Blank  & Ira Sussman, hosted by Drummer Dave Levit takes place on Sun, 28 Jun, 2026 at 06:30 pm to Sun, 28 Jun, 2026 at 11:00 pm at Madcats, 117 W Slade St, Palatine, IL 60067-0414, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing The Madcats Blues Jam ft. Tom Holland, Mark Blank  & Ira Sussman, hosted by Drummer Dave Levit?
  - **A:** The Madcats Blues Jam ft. Tom Holland, Mark Blank  & Ira Sussman, hosted by Drummer Dave Levit is organized by Drummer Dave Levit.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** The Madcats Blues Jam ft. Tom Holland, Mark Blank  & Ira Sussman, hosted by Drummer Dave Levit is ideal for live music fans, concert-goers, and anyone who enjoys unforgettable performances from their favorite artists in an electric live atmosphere. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Palatine, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 50+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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