The Story
Live versions of The Alarm's classic hits, recorded 83-91
Capturing the power, passion, and fire of one of Britain's most anthemic live acts, Best Of Live brings together The Alarm's greatest songs recorded between 1983 and 1991 -- a period that defined the band's reputation as one of the most electrifying groups of their era. Across this dynamic collection, the Welsh rockers deliver raw, unfiltered performances of the songs that made them legends, including thunderous versions of 'Sixty Eight Guns,' 'Where Were You Hiding (When the Storm Broke),' 'Spirit of '76,' and 'Strength.'
The Alarm's signature fusion of punk spirit and arena-sized ambition is on full display here, with every track driven by Mike Peters' unmistakable vocals and the band's soaring guitars and driving rhythms. Recorded at the height of their touring years, these performances distill the band's defiant energy and timeless message of resilience and hope -- the same qualities that earned them a devoted following worldwide.
Best Of Live isn't just a retrospective; it's a front-row ticket to The Alarm in their prime, pounding out songs that still ignite audiences decades later. For longtime fans and newcomers alike, this LP stands as a testament to the band's enduring vitality and the electrifying urgency that made their live shows unforgettable.
Track Listing
- Where Were You Hiding (When The Storm Broke)
- Sixty Eight Guns
- Absolute Reality
- Knife Edge
- Spirit of 76
- Rain In The Summertime
- Rescue Me
- The Chant Has Just Begun
- Strength
- Blaze of Glory
Additional Details
Label: Secret Records
Genre: Alternative/Punk
Language: English
Run Time: 40 mins
Region: 0
Release Date: 04/03/26
UPC: 5036436162727
Description
Live versions of The Alarm's classic hits, recorded 83-91
Capturing the power, passion, and fire of one of Britain's most anthemic live acts, Best Of Live brings together The Alarm's greatest songs recorded between 1983 and 1991 -- a period that defined the band's reputation as one of the most electrifying groups of their era. Across this dynamic collection, the Welsh rockers deliver raw, unfiltered performances of the songs that made them legends, including thunderous versions of 'Sixty Eight Guns,' 'Where Were You Hiding (When the Storm Broke),' 'Spirit of '76,' and 'Strength.'
The Alarm's signature fusion of punk spirit and arena-sized ambition is on full display here, with every track driven by Mike Peters' unmistakable vocals and the band's soaring guitars and driving rhythms. Recorded at the height of their touring years, these performances distill the band's defiant energy and timeless message of resilience and hope -- the same qualities that earned them a devoted following worldwide.
Best Of Live isn't just a retrospective; it's a front-row ticket to The Alarm in their prime, pounding out songs that still ignite audiences decades later. For longtime fans and newcomers alike, this LP stands as a testament to the band's enduring vitality and the electrifying urgency that made their live shows unforgettable.
Track Listing
- Where Were You Hiding (When The Storm Broke)
- Sixty Eight Guns
- Absolute Reality
- Knife Edge
- Spirit of 76
- Rain In The Summertime
- Rescue Me
- The Chant Has Just Begun
- Strength
- Blaze of Glory
Additional Details
Label: Secret Records
Genre: Alternative/Punk
Language: English
Run Time: 40 mins
Region: 0
Release Date: 04/03/26
UPC: 5036436162727













