Ian wilson from Wasted Talent, the booking agent for U2, The Clash, The Police, The Pretenders ses the band and agrees to become their manager. His ties to those other bands help The Alarm get started. In effect Wilson becomes the de-facto 5th member of the band, and the realtionship lasts until 1988.
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Nigel Twist’s Step-Father Comits Suicide
In 3rd major tragedy in 4 months befalls The Alarm when Nigel Twists’ step-father comits suicide. Nigel is the one who finds him.
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‘New South Wales, A (edit)’ [3:59] (MacDonald/Peters), The Alarm
‘New South Wales, A (edit)’ [3:59] (MacDonald/Peters), The AlarmLead Vocals:Mike PetersLyrics: Pit shaft wheels turn for the last time In the Rhondda tonight The Davey lamps that shone so brightly There’s no more need for their light As the last piece of coal is cut From the belly of the black seamed hole A man walks home alone Past a church full of mourning souls Throughout his lifetime he has [read more]
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Event: 3/3/1984, The Alarm, IRS’ “The Cutting Edge” on MTV
3/3/1984: The Alarm, IRS’ “The Cutting Edge” on MTV Summary Press Release Set List Band Comments Fan Comments