Big Country + Evan Peter's Alarm
A double bill in London pairing Big Country, the Scottish rock band, with The Alarm, the Welsh group, with Evan Peter's Alarm also on the bill, at O2 Academy Islington.
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Big Country + Evan Peter's Alarm at O2 Academy Islington (N1 0PS London), on Wednesday 2 December 2026 at 19:00. Tickets available.
Checked on 13 November 2026.
Overview
A double bill in London pairing Big Country, the Scottish rock band, with The Alarm, the Welsh group, with Evan Peter's Alarm also on the bill, at O2 Academy Islington.
Big Country formed in Dunfermline, Scotland, in 1981, with Stuart Adamson as vocalist and guitarist. Their debut album, The Crossing, released in 1983, included the single In a Big Country, and their guitar-led sound drew on the Celtic-influenced textures that became their trademark. Adamson died in 2001, and the band has continued under other members.
The Alarm grew out of Rhyl, Wales, in the early 1980s and were fronted by Mike Peters, whose anthemic songwriting placed them among the rock acts of their period. Their songs were often built around big choruses and political themes. Evan Peter's Alarm, which completes the bill, is a separate act whose music is in the same spirit of guitar-based rock.
O2 Academy Islington is a London venue that hosts concerts and shows, and this evening suits listeners who follow the rock bands of the early 1980s. The bill brings together two groups from the same period and a third act linked to the Alarm tradition.
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Artists
Big Country
Big Country are a Scottish rock band formed in Dunfermline, Fife, in 1981. Known for their anthemic guitar sound, they released the album The Crossing in 1983, which reached number three in the UK.
The Alarm
The Alarm is a British alternative rock band formed in Wales in 1981. The group was signed to the label I.R.S. Records and released its debut album, Declaration, in 1984.
Getting there
O2 Academy Islington
O2 Academy Islington is a venue at Angel Central in London that mainly hosts concerts, with a focus on pop, rock and indie music.
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- Angel Central, N1 0PS London
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Tickets & pricing
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Frequently asked questions
Where does Big Country + Evan Peter's Alarm take place?
Big Country + Evan Peter's Alarm takes place at O2 Academy Islington (N1 0PS London).
When does Big Country + Evan Peter's Alarm take place?
The scheduled date is 2 December 2026 at 19:00.
What time does Big Country + Evan Peter's Alarm start?
Time listed for Big Country + Evan Peter's Alarm: 19:00 on 2 December 2026 at O2 Academy Islington. It may be when doors open rather than the start; the exact time is on the ticket.
Who is the support act for Big Country in London?
The support act for Big Country is The Alarm. The exact running order is confirmed by O2 Academy Islington on the night.
Are tickets still available for Big Country + Evan Peter's Alarm?
Tickets were available to book at the ticket seller at the last check.
How do I get to O2 Academy Islington?
O2 Academy Islington is located at Angel Central, N1 0PS London. Public transport is recommended; full directions are on the venue page.
How do I book tickets for Big Country + Evan Peter's Alarm?
Tickets can be booked at the ticket seller, through a link from TicketPiazza: https://ticketpiazza.com/gb/go/tickets?event=tour-big-country-evan-peter-s-alarm.
What type of event is Big Country + Evan Peter's Alarm?
Big Country + Evan Peter's Alarm is classified as “Blues, country & folk” in the TicketPiazza listings.
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