Hey Everyone-

•  Just got back from Europe with a the Santana Tribute Band. This project has opened up many new doors for all of us. We had a great time in Europe.  The U.S. military invited us to join them in celebrating the 4th of July.

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Hi Friends and Family.  It’s been a while since my last blog. I’ve been blessed with a full schedule since May. My new CD Endangered Species is mixed, mastered,  and engineered.  Thanks to Juliet Conlon’s and Debbie Crowell’s amazing artwork, the album IS NOW BEING PRESSED & GLASSED!

The Alvas Live Recording Show was successful. Thank you to all my friend’s, fan’s, and family’s support we were able to make a Americana Blues Rock Album. I start the finishing touches after my summer touring.  Read the rest of this entry »

I’d like to let everyone know that on June 2, 2008 I am officially a dad! Koa Alexander Alvarez.  5 lbs 1.5 oz 18 ” long.  He came early and now Koa and Mom are home doing great. 

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Hey everybody. Hope you’re all enjoying life and doing what you’re meant to do with your life on this planet. The long awaited band cd is about finished and we’re just waiting to get it mastered. The mastering engineer is one of the best in the world and doesn’t have an opening until April 7th. Then it needs to be pressed which usually takes about 10 days. So be looking for it around the end of April. Read the rest of this entry »

Well we are finally nearing completion of the third Chuck Alvarez Band CD. After a long process and a few delays we are finally getting there. Dave Swanson, the producer has been sending me final mixes so we anticipate a March release. Read the rest of this entry »

Please come join us for the best Super Bowl party in the west, with great entertainment, giant screens, gorgeous views, food and drink all for only $110.00. To top it off it’s a charity event where your $ go to Habitat For Humanity and other worthwhile charities. Don’t miss this party right in our own back yard. I’m looking forward to opening for Leon Russell and Edgar Winter. I’ve been a Leon fan since I was about 20 years old and have always thought he is one of the best rock writers we’ve had in the last 50 years. In case you don’t know some of his songs include “Jumpin’ Jack Flash”, “This Masquerade”, “Up On The Tight Rope”. Also Edgar Winter had numerous FM hits and still put’s on a rockin’ show. We hit the stage at noon followed by the two greats. Game time is 3:20. For tickets and details click link below.

Last years little party:

This years BIG ENORMOUS party:

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     So this is the new site. I will be taking a more active role in what goes on here. With the help of my web site gurus I will be posting some interesting videos and you will always find a free song or two to download. Make sure to check back regularly as new songs will be offered every 90 days or so.

     Also in view of the changes that have gone on in the music business in recent years and the way it seems to be going, you will often find a bit of commentary that hopefully will invite your response.This site will be growing rapidly as we add music that I have written and/or produced over the years. Some of the older projects may or may not be of the highest quality but I believe the writing is often good and there are sometimes other reasons that I think they have some value, and therefore they will become available here.

     It is my commitment to continue to produce quality music and make it available to you. The new Chuck Alvarez Band cd is nearing completion and will be available by March 2008.

Enjoy the site.
Feel free to comment and please come back often.

Chuck

It’s the day before New Years Eve and Chuck is playing a gig with GRAMMY Nominee Lisa Haley and the Zydekats in Calico Ghost Town. This silver mining town has an interesting history.

Lisa always plays with World Class Musicians. This show featured World Renown drummer Maria Martinez along with Skip Edwards on accordian. Skip was one of Dwight Yoakam’s long time keyboard players. Of course Chuck Alvarez on the Guitar, one of Tim Weisburg’s guitar players for many years. Lisa, of course, one of the best fiddle players in the country. The late Clifton Chenier once gave Lisa the ultimate compliment…”That girl plays as good as a man.”

Listening to this band do their stuff is an honor and a treat. For Photos Click Here