Tag Archives: Dave Alvin

Phil Alvin Getting Stronger

Posted on June 27, 2012 by Buster Fayte

A quick update from Dave Alvin on the condition of his brother Phil: My brother Phil is walking, talking and even singing a little in the hospital. It’s possible that he may be back home from Spain early next week. … Continue reading →

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Phil Alvin Recovering in Spain

Posted on June 24, 2012 by Buster Fayte

I told you about the Blasters’ Phil Alvin and his emergency visit to the hospital in Spain. Rumors have been flying about what happened, but details have been sketchy. Here’s the latest update from Phil’s brother Dave: For all of you who’ve … Continue reading →

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Troubling News of Rockabilly Revival Icon Phil Alvin

Posted on June 21, 2012 by Buster Fayte

This sad note from the Blasters Newsletter: The Blasters have had to cancel their June/July 2012 European Tour because of a health issue with Phil Alvin. Dave Alvin issued a statement on facebook: “As some of you may have heard … Continue reading →

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CD Review: Jittery Jack, Jittery Jack

Posted on May 31, 2012 by Buster Fayte

Jittery Jack is the alter ego of Raging Teens front man, Kevin Patey. As Jittery Jack, Patey delivers a self-titled seven-song EP full of rockabilly, honky tonk, hillbilly boogie, and straight-ahead rock and roll influences. Patey is joined by several fine Boston … Continue reading →

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Flores & Alvin: wow

Posted on May 3, 2011 by Buster Fayte

This isn’t a rockabilly performance, but it’s a brilliant tearjerk ballad sung duet by two of modern rockabilly’s greatest talents. Rosie’s voice is amazing here and Dave Alvin gives her the spotlight as he fills in a vocal line here … Continue reading →

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