Dave Alvin

Born: Jan 1, 1955 in Downey, CA
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Styles: Roots Rock, Americana, Heartland Rock, Contemporary Singer/Songwriter, Alternative Country-Rock, Rock & Roll
Biography: Dave Alvin helped to kick-start the American roots rock scene in the early '80s with the band the Blasters and has since gone on to a career as a solo performer, songwriter, producer, and sideman that's been as well respected as it is eclectic. Born in Downey, CA, in 1955, Alvin was raised by a family ...Read full biography
Romeo's Escape
Released: 1987
Label: LUCKY DOG
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After leaving the Blasters (and ending a short stint as the post-Billy Zoom guitarist in X), Dave Alvin kicked off his solo career with this album, in which he indulged in his passions for blues, country, ...Read full review
Every Night About This Time
Released: 1987
Label: Demon
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This is Dave Alvin's solo debut, which was released initially in the U.K., then picked up for U.S. release by Epic Records, which changed the album title to Romeo's Escape. ~ William Ruhlmann, All Music ...Read full review
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