Alvin Cash was an American musician and actor, best known for his contributions to the soul and funk genres in the 1960s and 70s. Born in St. Louis, he gained prominence as the lead singer of Alvin Cash & The Crawlers, where his distinctive, energetic vocal style became a signature feature. He is best remembered for popular dance-oriented hits like "Twine Time" and "Philly Freeze", which were instrumental in shaping the landscape of dance music during that era. Despite his relatively short career, Cash's influence continues to be recognized in contemporary soul and funk music.