Willie Dixon, the legendary Chicago bluesman, with his stellar songwriting and production, was the secret weapon of the legendary Chess Records throughout the 1950s. By the 1960s Dixon's songs became the inspiration for much of the blues-based British invasion. His songs perked the ears of a young Dave Alvin who would go on to form The Blasters, and fulfill his dream of playing with the iconic songsmith. A friendship was forged, and now, after years of urging by Willie, Dave Alvin has cut Dixon's unsung classic "Peace."
