The band's music veered between punk and hard rock on albums including 1989's debut 'Blood Fire and Love', 'Soul Destruction (produced by Duran Duran guitarist Andy Taylor),' 'Powertrippin' (which saw Tantrum leave and be replaced by Pete Friesen of Alice Cooper), 'Crank' and 'Just Add Life.' During this time, the band played the Monsters of Rock festival in Donington, England, in 1992 and also played with Metallica at the Milton Keynes Bowl. The Almighty split up in 1996.
In 2000 the band reformed with Nick Parsons on guitar. A second album shortly followed in 2001, Psycho-Narco, with a new bass player Gav Gray replacing long time bassist Floyd London. The band soon disbanded again with vocalist Ricky Warwick pursuing a solo career.
By mid-2005 bassist Floyd London had won an unpublicised fight against Lukemia which brought the band together to play once again. The classic lineup reformed for two Lukemia Research benefit shows in January 2006, which was followed by a Headline appearance at the 2006 Bulldog Bash, then a short 5-date tour at the end of December 2006.
In February 2007 a Greatest Hits CD/DVD Anthology: The Gospel According To... was released with the full support of the band, this was followed in July 2007 with a live DVD of the Glasgow Lukemia Research show from January 2006.
The band have 'left the door open' to the possibility of future shows and recording new material.
In 2010 Ricky Warwick joined Thin Lizzy (renamed to Black Star Riders in 2012).
Current lineup
Ricky Warwick (1989- ) - vocals and guitar
Pete Friesen (1991-1996 | 2006 - ) - guitar
Floyd London (1989-) - bass guitar
Stumpy Monroe (1989- ) - drums
Past members
Nick Parsons (2000-2001) - guitar
Gav Gray (2001) - bass guitar
Floyd London (1989-2000) - bass guitar
Tantrum (1989-1991) - guitar
Pete Friesen (1991-1996) - guitar
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Sin Against The Light
The Almighty Lyrics
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You got something to lose child, lose it on me
Soul vibrations in the neon night
Still burning from the city lights
What the hell is wrong with you
I did every way that you wanted me to
With a little time and a little luck
You got a bad religion
And it's bringing you down
Love is hard to find
When there ain't no love around
Well it ain't no sin
Sin against the light
Well it ain't no sin
Sin against the light
She's my first, last and always child
Can't keep her down unless she's tied
Turn on the lizard king, shut the doors in your head
You wanna crucify me for the love I've bled
Take it down easy
Take it down slow
And try to understand
That deep inside your soul
Well it ain't no sin
Sin against the light
Well it ain't no sin
Sin against the light
Whisky bottles and razor blades
Lust for life starts to fade
Ain't breakin' no laws just breakin' on through
That sweet disease got a hold on you
Anything goes when anything's free
You got something to lose child, lose it on me
Shout at the red eyed sky above
Love is the law and the law is love
You got a bad religion
And it's bringing you down
Love is hard to find
When there ain't no love around
Take it down easy
Take it down slow
And try to understand
That deep inside your soul
Well it ain't no sin
Sin against the light
Well it ain't no sin
Sin against the light
The Almighty's song Sin Against The Light is a rock anthem about living freely and breaking away from societal norms. The lyrics describe a world where anything goes and there are no rules. The first verse encourages losing oneself and taking risks, with the promise of soul vibrations in the neon night. The chorus emphasizes that it is not a sin to go against the light, to follow one's own path, and to break free from oppressive religious ideologies.
The second verse speaks directly to a woman who has a bad religion and is being brought down by it. The singer wants to show her how to love in a way that is not dictated by these beliefs. The third verse references the influence of musicians like Jim Morrison, encouraging the listener to turn on his music and shut out the negative voices in their head. The song concludes with the idea that love is the law and the law is love, and that it is worth taking risks and embracing the unknown for the sake of it.
Overall, Sin Against The Light is a message of freedom and individuality. It encourages listeners to break free from the constraints of society and religion and to live life on their own terms.
Line by Line Meaning
Anything goes when anything's free
People tend to take advantage of freely available things without any concern for consequences
You got something to lose child, lose it on me
If you have anything to lose, it's better to lose it with me than regret later
Soul vibrations in the neon night
Feeling of being alive and connected with the universe amidst the artificial, bright city lights
Still burning from the city lights
Feeling the intensity of the city, even after leaving it and being in solitude
What the hell is wrong with you
Questioning someone's odd behavior or choices
I did every way that you wanted me to
Did everything that was requested, but it still wasn't enough for the other person
With a little time and a little luck, Gonna show you how to love, show you how to...
Confident that with some time and luck, can teach the other person how to love
You got a bad religion, And it's bringing you down
You have a harmful belief system that's negatively affecting your life
Love is hard to find, When there ain't no love around
It's difficult to experience love when there's negativity and hatred around
Well it ain't no sin, Sin against the light
It's not wrong to rebel against the societal norms and expectations
She's my first, last and always child
Someone who's always been the top priority and will remain the same in the future as well
Can't keep her down unless she's tied
That person is too unstoppable and independent to be controlled, except through force
Turn on the lizard king, shut the doors in your head
Immerse yourself in music to escape the reality and negative thoughts
You wanna crucify me for the love I've bled
Being judged or punished for loving someone passionately
Take it down easy, Take it down slow
Slow down and take things one step at a time
And try to understand, That deep inside your soul
Reflect and introspect to comprehend what truly matters and makes you happy
Whisky bottles and razor blades
Symbolizing self-destructive behavior in the form of addiction
Lust for life starts to fade
Lack of enthusiasm and zest for life due to the self-destructive behavior and negativity
Ain't breakin' no laws just breakin' on through, That sweet disease got a hold on you
Not violating any rules, but still caught in the grip of a dangerous addiction that's ruining your life
Shout at the red eyed sky above
Expressing frustration and anger at the unfairness and negativity of the world
Love is the law and the law is love
Emphasizing the importance of love and kindness as fundamental principles of life
Contributed by Caroline A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Gina Kastrissios-Mills
Damn I'm glad the phrase free and easy popped into my head!!! Dont believe I had forgotten about this album!! Took me straight back to my teenage years!! The song free and easy has the same uplifting effect on me as kickstart my heart by Motley crew!! I will not forget you again old friend!!!🤙🤙🏼
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I wonder how comes this big band was so underrated?????????????????????????????????????????????!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!