Program #233 (January 29 at 8:00 p.m. and January 30 at 3:00 p.m.)
A singer, songwriter, and guitarist with a keen eye for the details of American life and a powerful and passionate performing style, 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, California in 1955, Alvin was raised by a family of music fans, and as teenagers Dave and his older brother Phil immersed themselves in blues, rockabilly, and vintage country sounds, collecting rare records and attending nightclub performances by the likes of T-Bone Walker, Big Joe Turner, and Lee Allen.
Top Christmas music releases for the 2020 holiday season
Goldmine compiled a shopping list of the best 2020 Christmas releases to bring out your holiday spirit.
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Dec 18, 2020
Goldmine compiled a shopping list of the best 2020 Christmas releases to bring out your holiday spirit.
By Gillian G. Gaar
on vinyl.
We start with a vinyl bonanza, courtesy of Legacy Recordings, which is issuing a treasure trove of goodies. A must have is
A Christmas Gift For You From Philles Records, featuring Darlene Love’s “Christmas (Baby Please Come Home),” and other holiday classics put through the girl group blender by The Ronettes and The Crystals. In luscious mono of course. Elvis Presley’s