Gig: 6/1/1983, The Alarm, Civic Auditorium, San Fran., CA

Versions The Alarm: CD3, ‘Happy Christmas (War Is Over)’ cat #:IRS VIDP-21, country: Japan b/w Black Sun The Alarm: CD Single, ‘Happy Christmas (War Is Over)’ cat #:IRS-DPRO-67040, country: USA Promotional

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Original Alarm band member Mike Peters. He survived the hairspray damage of the ’80s. He survived the constant comparisons to U2. And on a more serious note, he survived a bout with throat cancer. Mike Peters, the frontman who once belted out inspiring anthems like “68 Guns” and “Strength,” has been flying solo since the Alarm split in 1995. He’s released two solo albums, including his most recent, “Rise.” After [read more]