Gig: 10/27/1984, The Alarm, Vorst Nationaal in Brussels

11/7/1984: The Alarm, Rock City, Nottingham Summary Press Release Set List Band Comments Fan Comments

‘Across The Border’ (Sharp), The Alarm Lead Vocals:Dave Sharp Lyrics Across the Irish border Hidden in a car And there’s Guns and ammunition That were smuggled from Armagh Well that’s not right – and they should stop the fight And they should sort it out And they let them march and let them shout Kill it shoot it down (And if you) Bum it to the ground Kill it light [read more]

Only minutes before the doors opened the local council were hesitating whether or not to let the concert go ahead. Apparently, permission had not been given by the correct authorities when arrangements were being made. Luckily the OK was given which was a wise decision because thousands of disappointed and angry Alarm fans roaming around Cardiff could have been dangerous. For a venue Cardiff Ice Rink proved spacious and atmospheric. [read more]