Ep386: John Brewster of The Angels / Angel City
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John Brewster discusses early days & records of The Angels / Angel City, the name change, working w AC/DC and Vanda & Young at Albert Productions, the classic albums, the influence of the band on the Seattle sound and lots more.
Topics include:
Origins of the name “The Keystone Angels”
Early gigs with AC/DC
Working at Alberts with George Young and Harry Vanda
Creating “Face to Face”
The guitar sound, playing with Malcolm Young
Leaving Albert Productions
Spending time in Albert’s studio
Watching Harry create “Love Is In The Air”
Parting with Albert Productions, quick Fifa Riccobono story
Finding the issue with the band name “The Angels”
The name “Angel City” getting known in the US
Fans of The Angels/Angel City
Texting with Slash on the golf course
Challenges opening for The Kinks
Nice memories of David Bowie
Origins of the audience call-back chant for “Will I Ever See Your Face Again”
Does the band have control and access to The Angels’ tapes and music?
Who is on the cover of The Angels Debut?
The story of the cover of “Face to Face”
The lighting and choreography of The Angels live show
Filling in live bands with family members
The release of film/video of Liveline
Considering reissuing classic album titles
The collectability of original Angels LPs
Memories of sequencing Angels albums
The Brewster Brothers Electric EP
Are there possible future recording or ‘recharged’ projects?
Upcoming 50th anniversary plans with special guests
Listening to classics as well as upcoming Aussie bands
The Brewster Brothers dates and The Angels with choir and symphonies
Interview wrap up
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