Guitarist and songwriter for celebrated roots rockers the Blasters, Dave Alvin, in his tenure with the band, aided a quiet but influential rockabilly revival in the early 1980s. By mid-decade he'd left the group to pursue a solo career, and also joined forces with the seminal L.A. punk band X. Alvin's songwriting and guitar playing helped to take the band in a more reflective and melodic direction. He also played in the band's acoustic country alter-ego, the Knitters, and explored film scoring and acting, released acclaimed solo albums, published books of his poetry, and produced and played on several recordings by similar-minded roots artists. Alvin's deft blending of soulful Americana with punky forthrightness has left its mark on a generation of independent singer-songwriters.

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• (2008)  The Best Of The HighTone Years
• (2007)  Live From Austin TX
• (2000)  Public Domain...
• (1998)  Blackjack David
• (1996)  Interstate City
• (1994)  King of California
• (1993)  Museum of Heart
• (1991)  Blue Blvd.
• (1986)  Romeo's Escape

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