Eleven Eleven (Yep Roc, 2011)
Dave Alvin
Reviewed by John Walker
After hearing this record, the question is why it took so long? The disc features three duets, including his brother, Christy McWilson on the slow country number
You can always count on Alvin's scorching guitar on any of his records. What makes this record stand out is the depth of his supporting cast, including the blues pianist Gene Taylor, and songs with captivating story lines. The mixture of rock, blues, country and even jazz creates a flow unseen in Alvin's latest releases. He provides his own take on the death of musician Johnny Ace on
The record opens with the harsh
Tucked in neatly here as well are the poignant
CDs by Dave Alvin
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