Dave Alvin is an American musician, composer, guitarist, poet and songwriter, born on November 11, 1955. He is known for his contribution to the root music in the genres of blues rock and country rock. Alvin began his musical career in the late 1970s, when he and his brother Phil Alvin founded the Californian band The Blasters, which quickly gained popularity due to its unique combination of rockabilly, country and rhythm and blues.
As part of The Blasters, Dave recorded several cult albums, including “American Music” (1980), “The Blasters” (1981) and “Non-Fiction” (1983). These works were distinguished by his energetic songs with vivid lyrics reflecting American culture.
After leaving The Blasters in 1985, Dave Alvin began a successful solo career. His debut solo album “Romeo’s Escape” (1987) received positive reviews and cemented his reputation as a living classic. In the following years, he released many LPS, among which “Blackjack David” (1991), “Ashgrove” (2004) and “Eleven Eleven” (2011) stand out. These works demonstrate his mastery of a combination of various musical styles, from blues to folk.
Dave Alvin is also known for his collaborations with other bands from Los Angeles, including X, Gun Club, Los Lobos. His contribution to music has been recognized with several awards, including the Grammy Award, which he received for the best contemporary folk album “Public Domain: Songs From the Wild Land” (2000). Dave’s contribution to cinema includes songs for the cult films “Streets on Fire” (1984), “Cry-Baby” (1990), “From Dusk till Dawn” (1994).
