Name: Equals
Brand: The Alarm

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Bonus disc: No

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21c101cd

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2018-06-29

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Standard:20

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881034116123

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1 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

21c101lp

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881034116116

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1 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

The Alarm

Genre GB

New Wave / Post Punk

Label GB

Twenty First Century Recording

The Alarm are a Welsh alternative rock/new wave band that formed in Rhyl, Wales, in 1981. With their energetic and anthemic sound, they quickly gained a loyal following and became one of the most influential bands of their time.
Known for their passionate performances and socially conscious lyrics, The Alarm have released numerous critically acclaimed albums throughout their career. Their music combines elements of punk, folk, and rock to create a unique and powerful sound that resonates with fans around the world.
Over the years, The Alarm have toured extensively and shared stages with some of the biggest names in music. Their live shows are legendary for their energy and connection with the audience, making each performance an unforgettable experience.

The Twenty First Century Recording Company, also known as "21st Century Recording Company" and "Twenty First Century Recording Company", was founded in 1994 by The Alarm lead singer and songwriter Mike Peters. It was established as a platform for Peters and the band to express their creativity beyond the confines of traditional record labels.

The label's inaugural release was a companion piece to Mike's solo album 'Breathe'. Since then, Twenty First Century Recording has evolved into the official home for all the artistic endeavors of Mike Peters and The Alarm in the modern era.

Equals is The Alarm's first album since 2010's Direct Action. It is a barnstorming collection of 11 songs that act as a retrenchment of old values and a poignant reflection of the tough times Mike and his wife Jules have been through in recent years. Produced by George Williams (who previously worked on 2005's Under Attack), Equals opens with a torrent of epic rock numbers such as Two Rivers and Beautiful, which see Peters singing about coming to terms with the past before moving to enjoy life to the full. With Mike and Jules joined by Joe Strummer and The Mescaleros drummer Smiley and guitarist James Stevenson, who cut his teeth with Chelsea, Gen X and The Cult, the album encompasses twin harmony guitars, pounding drums and electronic layering, while guest guitarist Billy Duffy (The Cult) helps Peters and Stevenson blend acoustic and electric sounds on Coming Backwards.

Equals

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