The Alarm – Declaration (Vinyl LP | EU Original | 1984)

The Alarm – Declaration was released in 1984 as the Welsh band's debut album and combines post-punk energy with anthemic passion. Produced by Alan Shacklock, it brings together songs like “The Stand (Prophecy)”, “Sixty Eight Guns”, “Marching On” and “Blaze Of Glory” – passionate early-80s alternative rock.

On offer is the EU original pressing from 1984 on I.R.S. Records (ILP 25887) with original inner sleeve (OIS) and hype sticker.

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: I.R.S. Records – ILP 25887
• Format: Vinyl LP, Album, Stereo
• Pressing: EU Original
• Country: Europe
• Released: 1984
• Genre: Rock, Alternative Rock, Post-Punk – more in Alternative Rock
• Features: OIS (original inner sleeve), hype sticker

Condition

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: NM-
• Cover: VG+ (hype sticker on front)

Graded to Goldmine standard (see Vinyl Grading). The images are our own scans of the actual copy for sale.

Tracklist

Side A

1. Declaration (0:45)
2. Marching On (3:35)
3. Where Were You Hiding When The Storm Broke? (2:56)
4. Third Light (3:25)
5. Sixty Eight Guns (5:49)
6. We Are The Light (3:16)

Side B

1. Shout To The Devil (4:10)
2. Blaze Of Glory (6:04)
3. Tell Me (3:14)
4. The Deceiver (5:05)
5. The Stand (Prophecy) (1:15)
6. Howling Wind (6:44)

Personnel

Mike Peters (Lead Vocals, Acoustic Guitar, Harmonica), Dave Sharp (Guitars, Vocals), Eddie MacDonald (Bass, Guitar, Vocals), Nigel Twist (Drums, Percussion, Vocals), Alan Shacklock (Producer, Keyboards).

Frequently asked questions

Is this the original pressing?
Yes, according to the listing this is the EU original pressing from 1984 on I.R.S. Records.

Which songs stand out?
“Sixty Eight Guns”, “The Stand (Prophecy)”, “Marching On” and “Blaze Of Glory”.

What do the condition grades mean?
We grade record and cover to the Goldmine standard, from M (Mint) through NM (Near Mint) and VG+ to G. All grades are explained on our Vinyl Grading page.

Where can I find more like this?
Browse our Alternative Rock collection.

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: NM-
• Cover: VG+ (hype sticker on front)

Graded to Goldmine standard (see Vinyl Grading). The images are our own scans of the actual copy for sale.