John Brewster of The Angels on Fifty Years Of A Rock Anthem

Suggest an interview for Cheryl Lee or let us know who your favorite interviewee is so farJoin Cheryl Lee - That Radio Chick on STILL ROCKIN' IT for news, reviews, music and interviews with some of our favourite Australian musiciansThat chorus chant didn’t start as a plan, and it definitely didn’t spread because of the internet. It spread because crowds loved it, passed it on, and turned one Angels song into a piece of Australian culture. We’re joined by Australian music legend John Brewster for a relaxed, funny, and surprisingly moving chat that reaches far beyond a single hit.We go back to the roots: four generations of music in the Brewster family, from classical Adelaide and the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra connection to the “black sheep” moment that pulled John toward rock and roll. John shares the records that shaped him, from the Everly Brothers to Woody Guthrie and Bob Dylan, plus what it meant to see Dylan live in 1966. Along the way, we talk about learning music by ear, why lyric-writing mattered to The Angels, and how today’s world of YouTube changes the learning curve for young players.Then we dig into the big milestone: the 50-year celebration of “Am I Ever Gonna See Your Face Again,” the national tour, and the wild path from early flop to all-time anthem. John opens up about working with Harry Vanda and George Young, the creative pressure of the AC/DC era, the moment the band heard the chant explode in Mount Isa, and the sad real-life story behind the lyric. If you love Aussie rock, classic Australian bands, and the real mechanics of how songs become legends, this one’s for you.Subscribe for more conversations, share this with a mate who knows the words, and leave a review so more music lovers can find the show. What’s the one song that instantly takes you back?What is Andrew Farriss up to at the moment?  Let's find outGet out when you can, support local music and I'll see you down the front!!Visit:  ThatRadioChick.com.au