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The Angels Celebrate 50 Years Not Out at Factory Theatre – Gadigal/Sydney, 06.07.24 – Backseat Mafia
Saturday night, Gadigal/Sydney’s Factory Theatre witnessed Australia’s own crown jewel, The Angels, in their element and celebrating 50 years of rock excellence. For many of us, knowingly or not, our lives have been intertwined with The Angels and the monumental legacy they’ve bestowed upon Australia and the world. Some of us have even had them within earshot our entire lives – isn’t that something special? In 2023, The Angels ushered in a new era with Nick Norton stepping out from behind the drums to become their lead singer. He joins founding members John and Rick Brewster, alongside John’s sons Sam and Tom. Meanjin/Brisbane band DIAL kicked off the night with…
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Australian Legends, The Angels, Celebrate 50 Years With National Tour Featuring The Iconic Mi-Sex + Release of New Album ‘Ninety Nine’ – Backseat Mafia
If you’ve spent any amount of time in an Australian pub, you’re likely familiar with the cultural icons that are The Angels. Their journey began in 1974 when the Adelaide group, The Moonshine Jug and String Band, electrified their sound as The Keystone Angels at the Modbury Hotel. Their journey took them to iconic venues like Sunbury and saw them supporting legends such as Chuck Berry, ACDC and Ike & Tina Turner. Encouraged by Bon Scott and Malcolm Young, The Angels signed with Albert’s label before dropping “Keystone” from their name, and releasing their debut single (and Australian rock anthem), ‘Am I Ever Gonna See Your Face Again‘. In 1978,…
