Gig: 12/1/1987, The Alarm, Video Music – Italian TV

‘Devolution Working Man Blues’ [4:11] (MacDonald/Peters), The AlarmLead Vocals:Mike PetersLyrics: I’m a man Torn in two State and nation I’ve got to choose For on these streets That I spit upon There’s no money in my pocket No soles on my shoes Ain’t got no religion But the workingman blues Oh I, I’ve got the workin’ man blues Oh I’m kicking the dirt off my shoes Devolution workingman blues I [read more]

6/16/1982: The Alarm, The Warehouse, Liverpool Summary Press Release Set List Band Comments Fan Comments

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]