Dave Alvin

Dave Alvin (born November 11, 1955, in Downey, California), is an American guitarist, singer and songwriter. He has been one of the leading proponents of 'roots' or 'American' music, bringing together elements of rock-and-roll, blues, rural and tejano music. Alvin and his older brother Phil Alvin grew up loving Americana, country and blues. In 1979 they formed The Blasters with friends Bill Bateman and John Bazz. Shortly after leaving the Blasters, Alvin joined X as lead guitarist after the departure of Billy Zoom.

Influenced by: The Blasters, X, Howlin' Wolf, Hank Williams

Active:

1979-present

Scene:

Los Angeles / Southern California

Side projects

• The Blasters
• X

• Dave MatthewsSat, Oct 3
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• Chris SmitherSat, Sep 19
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• Big Head Todd & the MonstersWed, Nov 18
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• Dweezil ZappaMon, Nov 2
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• SantanaWed, Jun 24
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• DescendentsFri, Sep 4
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• Grateful JedSun, Jul 12
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• Ben CaplanThu, Nov 19
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