Dave Alvin
Dave Alvin | |
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Alvin in 2011 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | David Albert Alvin |
| Born | November 11, 1955 |
| Origin | Downey, California, U.S. |
| Genres | Americana, alternative country, rockabilly, country rock, folk rock |
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| Instrument(s) | Guitar, vocals |
| Years active | 1977–present |
| Labels | Rhino, Yep Roc |
David Albert Alvin (born November 11, 1955) is an American singer-songwriter, guitarist and producer. He is a former and founding member of the roots rock band the Blasters. Alvin has recorded and performed as a solo artist since the late 1980s and has been involved in various side projects and collaborations. He has had brief stints as a member of the bands X and the Knitters. He often refers to himself as "Blackjack Dave," in reference to his 1998 album and song of the same name.