The biggest Alarm gig ever. 25,000+ people witness one of the first live satellite worldwide broadcasts ever. Played live on MTV, but taped for some parts of the world. This show should have been the band’s big break. However, in-fighting would doom the band, and this would end-up their biggest ever highlight. Support gigs for Queen at Wembly stadium would also be great highlights, but in retrospect the Spirit Of ’86 was best remembered by the most people around the world.
Songs
‘Give Me Love’ [5:01] (The Alarm), The Alarm
‘Give Me Love’ [5:01] (The Alarm), The AlarmLead Vocals:Mike PetersLyrics: You are the fire You’re in my mind You are the life blood Coursing through my veins Like a river flowing That just won’t change You are the life Of all I have depended Oh now I would Give me love Give me hope Give me strength Give me someone to live for Give me love Give me hope Give [read more]
Gigs
Gig: 6/18/1988, The Alarm, Alpine Valley, East Troy
6/18/1988: The Alarm, Alpine Valley, East Troy Summary The Alarm appeared as opening act to Bob Dylan.Press Release Set List Band Comments Fan Comments
Songs
‘Lie Of The Land’ (The Alarm)
‘Lie Of The Land’ [2:31] (MacDonald/Peters), The Alarm Lead Vocals:Mike Peters Lyrics : Too young to care too old to fight Ain’t bothered about your life Drop out far out don’t go to school Get out while the going’s good Sign up for the dole dig a hole For your bone and moan ain’t got any cash Hedonistic man with your can And your head of sand Take the lie [read more]