Here is the Review that will be in next months Blues Bytes online magazine from Graham Clarke.

Michael Holt & the Trophy 500’s play a muscular style of blues that also combines rockabilly swing and elements of hard rock as well.  The band consists of Holt (guitar and vocals), Randall Stockton (harmonica), Brandon Gonzales (bass), and Kevin Wright (percussion).  These guys play with a fast and furious intensity and their recent EP release, Boogalu’ (self-released) is an excellent capsule summary of their sound.

The EP consists of five tracks, four originals plus a fiery cover of John Lee Hooker’s "Dimples."  The other songs are also high energy, with the opening track, "To The River," being the standout of the originals, but the rest of the tracks don’t disappoint.   Holt is a very good singer and guitarist, and the Trophy 500’s provide exceptional support.

Boogalu’ is a solid, but short set of hard rocking blues and roots music that will get your blood pumping and your feet moving.  The band has a full length CD in the works.  Based on this EP, it will definitely be worth checking out.  This EP is available at www.cdbaby.com, Amazon, and the band’s website, www.michaelholt.info.