The Blasters are an American rock band formed in 1979 in Downey, California, by brothers Phil Alvin (vocals and guitar) and Dave Alvin (guitar), with bass guitarist John Bazz and drummer …

The Blasters are a rock and roll band formed in 1979 in Downey, California.

The Blasters are an American rock band formed in 1979 in Downey, California, by brothers Phil Alvin and Dave Alvin, with bass guitarist John Bazz and drummer Bill Bateman.

Renowned music journalist Chris Morris has contributed new liner notes, calling Mandatory “a definitive sampling of the Blasters’ recorded work from their 1980-1985 heyday.”

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Formed by brothers Phil and Dave Alvin, a critically acclaimed early-1980s band that mixed blues, rockabilly, and roots rock.

4 days ago · Formed by brothers and guitarists Phil and Dave Alvin (with drummer Bill Bateman and bassist John Bazz), the Blasters were steeped in blues and rockabilly, mixing it together …