This man talked me out of a suicide attempt more than three decades ago and has been a constant in my life since then. He is quite simply, an extraordinary, inspirational human being, a bridge over my troubled waters and a cheerleader when things go well. I hope he and his music continue for as long as humanly possible. I ❤️ you, Michael Leslie Peters!
As a teenager I would go and see Big Country at the Glasgow Barrowlands and then the next month go and see the Alarm, I loved both bands so when Mike fronted Big Country that was really special for me, I loved it ❤
How on gods green earth can 47 people give this video a thumbs down!? I bothers me that there is as much bitterness in this World that we live in!! So so sad.
Have loved the Alarm since I saw them support U2. Mike Peters is such a humble bloke..remember him sharing my friends umbrella as we walked up to the Strand towards a Big Country gig..again, the Alarm were support. Legend
There's an earnestness, an almost painful earnestness in Mike Peters' eyes that is a constant all of these years, no hint of the cynicism and tiredness that affects so many other performers with so many years of putting up with the vagaries of the music industry. An amazing spirit, a flame that keeps on burning.
Tom Hunter A profound observation that sums up Mike Peters' and The Alarm's music. There is a lot of rubbish written on You Tube but this is a gem of a comment that keeps coming to mind when I think of or listen to the music.
In my small US City, Lancaster, PA we blast “In a Big Country” in the square for emigration protests and protests in general. It always makes me cry! The big heart in it still transmits powerfully decades later. Nice to see the story of how this song inspired the Alarm and Mike. Long live Mike his family and his LOVE HOPE STRENGTH Foundation. THX!!! ❤️
“I thought that pain and truth were things that really mattered but you can’t stay here with every single hope you had shattered.” One of my all time favorite lyrics. It really brought me out of a tough time. I was literally lying on the floor feeling sorry for myself when I first became aware of what Stuart was singing. I pulled my head off the floor and never looked back. An amazing song.
Mike Peters is an inspiration to so many, he's gone through so much, there is such a belief and strength in him, the love for his wife, his music and his fans really comes through, the guy is a Legend
i love this kind of human being.... i see it in his expressions, in his way of thinking, we can connect instanctly and i surely can rely a lot to this kind of human being.... pure essence of life,positivity,hope and love for Life and the people around him.... the way he overcame is big and i wish him the best of the best....stay alive!
I have nothing against Mike Peters but no one can replace Stuart Adamson and hearing him sing his songs just doesn't do it for me. He doesn't have the vocal range or distinctive sound in his voice that Adamson had. Big Country just sounds like a mediocre cover band of itself in its heyday. It sounds just as wrong to me as it would if U2 had someone replace Bono or Midnight Oil without Peter Garrett.
@@vfxtutswithdan1893 Stuart was one of kind you cant replicate that the emotion and the soul you cant capture that he was like Bon Scott to AC/DC so I wish them success but the songs dont have the fire that Stuart had.
@@deloreandmc9600 Sure, but Mike and Stuart had a personal connection and this very video shows the impact that BC's songs had on Mikes life. I agree that Stuart was one of a kind, but reforming got them to make new album and tour again. And it finally got them back to the States and I had the opportunity to see them, although it was bittersweet without Stuart and Tony. Compared to their last couple of albums, The Journey is actually pretty good and some of the songs have some real spirit to them. And it was really special for me to see Bruce playing with his son to recreate the old songs with 2 guitars. Sure, Mike Peters can't replace Stuart, but what about the guy that's with them now? I'm not even sure who he is. They've made some new songs, but they really don't move me that much. No new album, no real touring beyond staying local. Anyway, I appreciate what Mike did, for what it's worth.
“I thought that pain and truth were things that really mattered but you can’t stay here with every single hope you had shattered.” Why the hell didn’t I write that?
The nicest, most humble and generous man in rock n roll. He deserves all the respect and accolades he has garnered over his career. Took on the rock industry and the tossers who control the radio stations and won. The inspiration for the film ‘Vinyl’. Those first three Alarm albums have stood the test of time. Blaze Of Glory - May his blaze burn for many years.
Wow! My husband just sort of randomly stumbled upon this video (In a Big Country is one of his theme songs). We had never heard of Mike Peters or The Alarm, which now surprises me. But we just fell head over heels in love with him, his family, and his story. I just said, "He's my new favorite rock star that I've never heard of!".
Somehow found a way to see Mike Peters + The Alarm after being a fan for 35 years. Took my 21 year old son along and had the time of our lives. Just to be in the presence of such a positive, kind, energetic and humble spirit was something I'll never forget. Keep on marching on!
Dave Rindone I met him and his lovely wife Jules at his gig here in Salt Lake City last year, they are two of the kindest human beings! Can’t wait to see them Nov 2nd here again. He is such an approachable person with love for all his fans!
Love Mike Peters great guy, used to love The Alarm, so glad he is fit and well , as people have already said, he is an absolute gentleman, a nice guy 100% and he just lives for music
I love mine peters and the alarm. Mike is my big country. I'm 47 and a signed recording artist and I owe so much of that to the alarm. I was a 16 year old kid when I saw the alarm and the ritz in nyc. I was changed. I knew what I was doing for the rest of my life. Thankyou mike And all the alarm. Respect
Seriously, how can anyone give this video a thumbs down? Mike Peters comes across as one of the most decent and genuine human beings in the world. I hope to be at the Assembly Rooms next April.
Last night I pushed my groceries out of my nearest Walmart. Something struck me when I realized I was listening to Rain in the Summertime. Almost time warped back to the 80s when everything seemed possible. And you would rarely hear it on radio here. It was special when you did.
What an inspiration you are Mike Peters so positive in life, you attack everything full on and win. You and Stuart Adamson were and are my hero's Stay alive! !!
I absolutely loved when Mike talked about his children and the meaning his children give him. My wife and I were in the same situation and we were blessed with twins. Just seeing them kick a soccer ball is such a joy.
Utterly blown away by this...Big Country were the soundtrack of my early teenage tears on long bus journeys across country, school etc....now, watching Mike Peters tell his story I’m in awe of this man...long may you live and rock Mike! 🏴🏴🎸
A story of courage and determination Mike a horrible disease which my partner was diagnosed last year she’s in remission now it changed our lives forever great music pal wish you all the best.
I have loved The Alarm and Big Country since the 80s. I was so thankful to get to see Mike front Big Country back in 2013 and meet him as well. What a class act, inspiration and fighter he is! ❤
That song changed my life as well. I lost it the very first time I heard it. Especially poignant if you've ever been on the literal edge. It takes one to know one and I think that's why the song so powerful to some people.
Met Mike by accident at a service station . Brief chat with me being polite, and glad to know another lovely human in a competitive music industry. Cheers Mike !
As a massive Alarm fan, seeing them loads of times in the 80's, including supporting U2 at Cardiff Arms Park, where the Alarm stole the show, Mike is legend to me. In the late 80's, while on holiday in Rhyl and knowing mike lived in Dyserth, i decided to go and see his home, not thinking he, an international rock star, would be there. I went in a shop by the waterfall and asked the shopkeeper if he knew where Mike lived. He replied something about " that long haired bloke" and pointed me in the direction of Mikes home. I pulled up outside a big house, up the hill and looked at the house. Mike was actually there, mowing his front garden, i got out my car and introduced myself as a big fan and asked for a signature. He duly signed the only piece of paper i had, which was my Birth Certificate. Has a chat for 10 mins and on my way...totally starstruck
Just an amazing person, amazing performer and song writer.. I've always loved how powerful Mike's voice is and how much energy he's always welled up from his soul and given to his audience. Mike Peter's is a national treasure and where he felt he always needed to give back to us all I can think of is I wish he would have thought of himself just as much.. He's needed here for a while longer..
1:34 a man ages. He gains weight, he loses his hair; energy and testosterone. But there’s just sometimes a man remembers his youth and all at once he’s twenty again. God bless you, sir. Rock and roll will never die.
My love for this man,and his family,exceed words. His music is raw emotive beauty. I miss touring so much,climbing mountains and travelling, due to illness, but treasure the many years of memories. His music now soothes my mind as I live a life of chronic depression. Love, hope and strength.
Just saw Mike this past Thursday at City Winery in Nashville with my wife for her birthday. He was inspirational. We also met a superfan, Stuart. Stuart's enthusiasm and stories of his college years following The Alarm made the evening all the more fun and memorable.
I've been a fan of the Alarm since the late 80's and still have the Standards CD I've had since the 90's in regular rotation. Love this video and Mike and the band deserve more attention and appreciation....outside of Wales of course!
Awe this made me so emotional this morning. No one sees the personal vulnerability sides to ppl in a band/film etc. but this film has shown all of that. A great film, a film of struggle’s strength and winning at life. Love from Anglesey ❤
That was brilliant, such an inspirational man. I did buy some Alarm singles many years ago but ironically my favourite band around that time was Big Country. Saw them quite a few times and Stuart was amazing as a player, performer and a songwriter. Your energy and positivity is humbling something I am sure Stuart would approve of. All the best for you and the family, they are lucky to have such a strong person around them. All the best. x
Sir Mike Peters, it should be. You will always be my hero. Have seen you and the Alarm so many times. Keep hoping i would meet you in a pub in Dyserth. My mum lives in Towyn. You are a true inspiration my friend xx
People saluting this guy and this video reminds me of a song I wrote about ten years ago: "Somewhere on the road to nowhere, somewhere on the interstate. Someone will point at nothing. And someone will say "that's great!".
R.I.P Stuart, you had you're reason's. You and you're band come out with this song, and I discovered A new bass hero in Tony Butler. The English James Jamerson.
Been a huge Alarm and Mike Peters fan since hearing them on college radio in the early 80’s… finally got to see him a couple years ago. It was glorious. ❤
Big Country, U2, The Alarm, all incredible acts to emerge in the early 80s, and their music, collectively, sustained me through my teen years. U2 emerged as the most successful act, and has produced some awesome music through the ages, but The Alarm never ceased to deserve a place in my album collection. So glad to see Mike Peters pushing on in a blaze of glory.
beautiful soul and beautiful story. i was never the biggest fan of his work growing up - eye was staunch big country during the alarm's escalation - but this brought a tear to my eye. he kept bc going and is now making music that sounds as fresh and energetic as '80's U2. stay alive. rip stu-pot.
Happy 62nd Birthday Michael Leslie Peters 25/02/59 Prestatyn, Wales Your folksy / raspy voice is one of a kind. And so is The Alarm. Born same day as George Harrison too..
Got to meet Mike Peters after an Austin Texas show when he sang for Big Country ....wow...5 mins of greatness...generally one of the most down to earth and appreciative guys I've ever met. All the gents in BC I met that show were fantastic...but Mike Peters stood out...that night with Big Country was one of the greatest shows I've seen
I got to meet Mike in the US a few years ago. Not only was that meaningful, but it was with him that Big Country returned to the States to play again, so I got to fulfill my lifelong dream of wearing my kilt to a Big Country concert. I'll never forget the energy of that night.
I first saw Mike fronting Seventeen when I was thirteen in the town hall of Holywell, a little North Wales town, they were stunning, vibrant and very exciting. I went their to watch my favourite local band The Grids, who were also top. Seventeen went on to co-fund The Grids e.p. you know your know better than me. This goes a long way to show his character, as a side note Gareth Jones, the bass player on that Grids e.p. went to London with them as a live sound engineer. It was there he was spotted by Janet Street Porter and in quick time the country new him as Gaz Top. Mike is a genuine, caring, empathetic strong man and his wife Julie too, they are a wonderful couple and I wish them every success in their lives going forward. ❤
What a beautiful man, i pray he lives for many more years for his wife and his boys, really moving documentary , he is a real trouper, Love you Mike a real fighter
Great comment. I think I am less of a person because I can't get my head round him being so straight forward. I'm an admirer, not a fan. I need cynicism in my art. Mike Peters doesn't do cynicism. That's my loss.
What a decent bloke you are Mike, The Alarm were always one of my favourite bands in the 80's and I still have great memories of seeing them live in Southampton in 85 and 86
He us the embodiment of living the law of attraction. May your words please and bless our Lord as much as we have been pleased and blessed our brother! We love and appreciate you.
