Dave Alvin

Dave Alvin
Alvin in 2011
Background information
Birth name	David Albert Alvin
Born	(1955-11-11) November 11, 1955 (age 69)
Origin	Downey, California, U.S.
Genres	Americana, alternative country, rockabilly, country rock, folk rock
Occupations	Musician singer songwriter producer
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.