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The Blasters

Musical Group
Forfans of roots rock, rockabilly, americana and 1980s alternative rock
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The Profile

American roots-rock band formed in the late 1970s by brothers Phil and Dave Alvin, known for blending rockabilly, country, swing, doo-wop, cajun and R&B into a punk-tinged revival of American music.

Formed in Los Angeles (Downey area) in the late 1970s. Early recordings were released on Slash Records (early 1980s). Core early lineup included Phil Alvin, Dave Alvin, John Bazz and Bill Bateman. Hard Line (1985) and the Slash-era recordings are frequently cited in reviews; the band briefly reformed in 2002 for a tour (mentioned in reviews).

DeBaser reviews present The Blasters as a seminal roots-rock band. Reviewers single out Hard Line as an epochal record and praise the band's blend of rockabilly, R&B, country and punk attitude. Testament compiles their Slash-era recordings. The band's lineup around Phil and Dave Alvin is frequently noted.

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