Brief Refernces........

The Angels, American R&B all male group formed in Philadelphia in 1950. Start performing at street-corner as five piece group, they were signed with Grand records in 1954. Single “Wedding Bells Are Ringing In My Ears” written by Sonny Gordon also on lead vocals to the song, it clearly states THE ANGELS in capital letters. Entered Billboard's R&B Territorial Best Seller charts as “Wedding Bells” in October 1954. The Angels re-formed with two new members in 1956. Marv Goldberg interviewed Donald Morris, Leamon Crooms and Frank Grier from The Angels in 2009.

The Angels, Amercian R&B all male group formed in New Jersey in 1954 to 1958. Released single “The Glory Of Love” in October 1956 with Gee label. Marv Goldberg inteview with Nelson Martin stated “there were three of them” in 2004.

The Angels, British Reggae group, single “I Got You Babe” appears on album The Rhythm Of Reggae - Various Artists in 2000. Angels were British Reggae all female group, single Kiss For My Love the song appears on album Original Ska Explosion Vol. 1 (1961-1964) in 1980, it was re-issued on 21 February 2006.

The Angels, Amercian Pop all female group formed in New Jersey 1961-1964, 1967-1969, 1974. Originally known as The Blue Angels were signed up with Caprice Records. Originally known as The Starlets in 1960 and released two singles “P.S. I Love You” and “Romeo and Juliet” with Astro Records. The group left Smash Records, due to a dispute over the ownership of the name 'The Angels' in 1964. Renamed themselves as The Power Puffs, The Beach Nuts, The Halos, Jersey Girl Jive, The Baby Dolls, Pin-Ups.

The Angels, Brazilian all male group, released Hully Gully album in June 1962 and was followed by Happy Weekend With The Angels in May 1964.

The Angels, Australia Hard Rock band were formed in Adelaide in 1974 their remain active. International names were Angel City 1980-1985, The Angels From Angel City 1988-1989, The Angels 1992. Signed world wide deal they can release albums as THE ANGELS official statement from record company from Australia, America, Canada, Europe. The Angels had a major impact on acts like Great White, Guns N' Roses, The Melvins, Andy Scott & The Sweet, Grinspoon, L.A. Guns, Leanne Kingwell, Dust Rhinos. British group Angel City are Electronic, Pop and Dance group first single was “Touch Me” in 1991 and have remain active.

The Angels, Beligum a three piece girl group single “Dance With Us / Stay With Us” in 1983.

The Angels, Italian Disco group, single “Seven Heaven” in 1984.

The Angels, France Electronic Music group, issued 12 inch single “Angel” in July 1999.

In The Beginning ........

The Brewster brothers John amd Rick came from a musical family, their father Arthur Brewster Jones was a conductor for the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra. In 1949 their grandfather, Hooper Brewster Jones, died tragically backstage at the Adelaide Town Hall after his son Arthur had conducted him in the Symphony Orchestra.

Moonshine Jug and String Band was formed in November 1970 by the Brewster brothers John and Rick. With their eclectic music rooted in a mix of 1920’s blues and jazz replete with washboard, washtub bass, banjo, harmonica and kazoos.

Bernard “Doc” Neeson an Irish immigrant joined Moonshine Jug and String Band as “Doc Talbot” in January 1971. In the same month they performed for The Australian Festival Of Progressive Music at Myponga in South Australia. John Woodruff went on to become the band’s manager in 1972.

The following year Doc Neeson graduated with B.A. (Hons) in Drama and Film Production at Flinders University Drama Centre. Brett Eccles joined Stewart and the Belmonts in New Zealand. Bob Spencer joined Finch won 2SM/Pepsi Pop Poll, followed by Pepsi Battle of the Bands.

Released their debut “Keep You On The Move” EP in 1973 peaked at number 5 on the local music chart in Adelaide. Also performed for The Much More Ballroom at Cathedral Hall in Brunswick St, Fitzroy.

This was followed by the single “That’s All Right With Me” in 1974. Both these releases were on John Woodruff Sphere label. Graham "Buzz" Bidstrup moved to England and was session musician with Johnny Wakelin & the Kinshasa Band.

"I came to Flinders to study Drama in 1971, and was lucky enough to spend the next three years under the guidance of Professor Wal Cherry and his remarkable team. Amongst my peer group were Scott Hicks and Kerry Heysen, Gale Edwards, Martin Armiger and Bernard "Doc" Neeson." - Noni Hazlehurst

Birth Of The Band ........

The Angels were formed in December 1974 by Doc Neeson, the Brewster brothers John and Rick after a barmaid name call Angel at Adelaide, South Australia. Bon Scott reply to Doc, John, Rick “The Angels is catchy name”. After adopting electric instruments Charlie King joined the band on drums.

Doc Neeson added Keystone to avoid confusing with Red Angel Panic and become The Keystone Angels. The line-up were bass player, vocals Doc Neeson, rhythm guitarists, vocals John Brewster, lead guitarists Rick Brewster and drummer Charlie King. Began playing 50s rock and roll on the pub circuit and released first single, “That's All Right” With Me with John Brewster on lead vocals.

The Keystone Angels were added to Sunbury Music Festival '75 in Victoria. Backing band for Chuck Berry on his Australian tour. Support act for AC/DC on High Voltage Tour at Port Augusta at Mount Gambier in South Australia. Bon Scott, Malcolm Young recommended them to George Young, Harry Vanda and were signed to Albert Production as The Angels. They recorded a demo of “Am I Ever Gonna See Your Face Again” in 1974 the song was issued on Rocka compilation album in 1975.

"We did a tour of South Australia with the Angels, I think they were the Keystone Angels at the time, and were doing 50's rock 'n' roll covers and around about the same time Cold Chisel had just started, so there were bands emerging" - Angus Young

Albert Production issued first single, “Am I Ever Gonna See Your Face” in April 1976. The Angels made their debut TV appearances on Countdown. Charlie King left the band and was replaced by Graham “Buzz” Bidstrup a former member of Fahrenheit 451 on drums in August 1976.

Chris Bailey a former member of Tattered Soul, Red Angel Panic, Headband, Mount Lofty Rangers with Bon Scott in 1974. They released “Round and Round”, later remixed and produced by Ted Yanni as “Round and Round and Round” in 1996.

Chris Bailey joined the band on bass in January 1977, to allow Doc Neeson to concentrate on vocals. The move to frontman allowed the band to develop an energetic and theatrical live presence. Rick Brewster would remain motionless, his head remained still to one side, for the entire performance. Performed at Bondi Lifesaver in Sydney with support act Gerry Joe Weise and Gary Conlon.

Albert Production issued first album The Angels in August 1977, for which the band re-recorded the single tracks, followed a nationwide support tour to AC/DC and was an enormous seller in Australia. The re-issued and re-mastered from the original source tapes and features the award winning artwork in a digipak format along with an 8 page booklet and bonus rare and live recordings.

Performed at Bombay Rock in Brunswick with support acts Skyhooks and Kevin Borich. Performed at 2JJ Open Air Concert at St. Leonard's Park in Sydney with Cold Chisel and Madder Lake. Performed at Bananas in Melbourne with support acts The Boys Next Door and X-Ray-Z. Support act for Meat Loaf Australian tour at Pavilion in Sydney, Festival Hall Melbourne, Bombay Rock in Brunswick, Tiger Lounge in Melbourne, Commodore Sandringham, Festival Hall Melbourne. Performed at Tiger Lounge in Richmond with support act The Boys Next Door.

Albert Production issued Face to Face album on 12 August 1978, reached #16 in November and stayed on the Australian charts for 79 weeks. Mark Opitz engineered, produced the album with The Angels. Includes a live version of “Live It Up” was recorded in April by 2JJ. Live at La Trobe version of “Straight Jacket” is the same version as overseas re-recorded for Dark Room. Peter Ledger, who designed the cover, won Best Australian Album Cover Design Award.

Face to Face was originally released in August 1978. This seminal album featured Australian rock classics including “Straightjacket” “Take A Long Line” “Marseilles” and “Comin' Down”. Albert Production re-issued is coincide with the 30th anniversary. This release has been re-mastered from the original source tapes and features the award winning artwork in a digipak format along with an 8 page booklet and 5 bonus live recordings.

Performed at ANU Refectory in Canberra with support act Midnight Oil. Rehearsals for David Bowie on Low And Hereos World Tour of Australia. Support act for David Bowie at Sydney Hordern Pavillion, Adelaide Oval, Perth Entertainment Centre, Melbourne Cricket Ground, Lang Park in Brisbane, Sydney Showground, Queen Elizabeth II Park in Christchurch, Western Springs Stadium in Auckland.

Albert Production issued The Tour EP on 7 November 1978, in coincide with their national tour as 'Special Guests' to David Bowie. The lyric “who pays for paradise” appeared in the song “After the Rain”. It was backed by live versions of “Who Rings the Bell” and “Comin' Down”.

In Early January 1979, performed at Royal Antler with INXS. Performed at Manhattan Hotel in Vermont Melbourne with support acts The Boys Next Door and Fast Buck. 2SM radio station held a free concert their performed in front of 60,000 at Victoria Park with Dragon, Split Enz, Kevin Borich and Sports in Sydney. Doc Neeson climbing up and around the stage scaffolding by a flying beer can and damage to the park. Special Award at TV Week Countdown Awards.

Albert Production issued No Exit album on 23 June 1979, entered the Australian album chart at #8 upon its release and again at #15 in September. George Young contributed as a backing vocalist to “Out of The Blue”.

No Exit kept the ball rolling with hits like “Shadow Boxer” and “Mr Damage”. The reputation for the Angels had grown and this album showcases their power that the band had in their live shows. The release has been re-mastered from the original source tapes and featuresthe award winning artwork in a digipak format along with an 8 page booklet and 6 bonus live recordings.

Performed at La Trobe University in Melbourne and recorded songs “No Exit”, “Am I Ever Gonna See You Face Again”, “Waiting For The World”, “After Dark”, "Straightjacket”, “After The Rain”, “Out Of The Blue”, “Save Me”, “Dawn Is Breaking”, “Be With You”, “Shadow Boxer”, “Ivory Stairs”, “Can't Shake It", “Marseilles” on 13 September 1979.

Alberts Production issued Out Of The Blue EP on 29 September 1979, if you listen to the song you will hear 'baby' by George Young on vocals. A re-recorded version of “Am I Ever Gonna See Your Face Again” and two live version of “Mr Damage” and “Save Me” were recorded at 2SM Elizabeth Theatre.

Dirty Pool Artist Management organised a national tour with support acts Cold Chisel and Icehouse. Live at Apollo Stadium in Adelaide, Festival Hall in Melbourne, Canberra Showgrounds, Marconi Club in Sydney and Motordrome in Newcastle on 23 November 1979.

On New Year Eve The Angels performed in front of 10,000 people on the steps of the Sydney Opera House. Through the concert a few people started trouble, throwing objects on stage, Chris Bailey was knocked unconscious and hospitalised, Doc Neeson received a few cuts to the head as he tried to help Chris Bailey.

The Band Goes Thru Line-up Changes .......

The Angels set their sights on the rest of the world. They signed an international record contract with CBS Records. They were advised to rename themselves as Angel City to avoid confusion with American band the Angel.

The Angels signed an international contract as The Angels with Epic / CBS Records and in March 1980 released Face to Face, a compilation of tracks from the Australian Face to Face and No Exit albums, on the Epic label. The Angels were permitted to perform in America as The Angels in 1980. Originally the band were going to release Face To Face as “The Angels” and decided to renamed themselves as “Angel City” to avoid confusion with “Angel” in the USA. Epic deleted the overseas cover, has been replaced by the Australian album as The Angels in 1998.

Albert Production issued The Angels' Greatest compilation album on 10 May 1980, featuing Australian and international singles, edited version of “Who Rings The Bell” from “The Tour” EP and re-record version of “Am I Ever Gonna See Your Face Again” from “Out of The Blue” EP. Album reached #5 on Australian chart.

Epic issued Dark Room album on 16 June 1980, proved to be a more sombre effort but nonetheless gave the band their first domestic number one single in “No Secrets”. For the international release Epic changed the track listing deleting “Alexander” and 'I'm Scared” and replacing them with re-recorded versions of “Ivory Stairs” and “Straight Jacket”.

Performed for Nightmoves Concert Night By Run, the song list were “I Ain't The One”, “I'm Scared”, “Face The Day”, “Wasted Sleepless Nights”, “Dark Room”, “No Secrets”, “Shadow Boxer”, “Devil's Gate”, “Poor Baby” and "Comin' Down” at Melbourne Showgrounds with support act Midnight Oil on 19 June 1980. The Angels and Cheap Trick both bands performed on stage, their did a cover version of “Highway To Hell” in respect of Bon Scott at the Hippodrome, Paris on 8 November 1980.

Support act for AC/DC on Back In Black Australian tour with Swanee at Showgrounds in Sydney on 23 February 1981. Graham “Buzz” Bidstrup last recording was “Into The Heat” and “Back On You”. Left The Angels in demand as a session player. First single was “Russia Rocks” with The Takeaways in 1980. Drummer for The Party Boys album Live at Several 21st's was producer, also drummer for the Numbers album 39.51, Nathan Cavaleri - Jammin' With The Cats. Soundtracks Heat Wave, Sweet and Sour TV-series.

Graham "Buzz" Bidstrup was replaced by Brett Eccles New Zealander a former member of Space Waltz and Citizen Band on 26 March 1981. Performed for 3RRR FM Radio Concert with special guest Sports and the Little Heroes at Festival Hall in Melbourne. They need raise $100, 000 or facing closure in July.

Epic issued Never So Live EP on 24 October 1981, quickly notched up sales of 80,000. Doc Neeson lead vocals on “Fashion & Fame” live at The Comb & Cutter, “Talk About You” live at The Astra, “Angel” live at The Manly Vale, Chris Bailey lead vocals on “Bad Dream” live at Sylvania Hotel. Liveline tracks “Fashion & Fame” live at Bombay Rock, Melbourne 1983 and“Talk About You” live at Sylvania Hotel, Sydney 1981.

Epic issued album Night Attack album on 30 November 1981, saw the band moving into much heavier musical territory. The album was release on international in 1982 with different cover with Brent Eccles on re-recorded “Back On You” added. Overseas cover has been deleted and replaced with the Australian bonus tracks as The Angels.

American Jim Hilbun took Chris Bailey's position in time for their next American tour. First performances with the band was at Fresno California on 8 April 1982. Performed "Living On The Outside" live in the studio of Countdown. Graham "Buzz" Bidstrup was producer for the Boys Inside The Cage album in November 1982.

Performed at Narara Music Festival on 28 January 1983 with Zarsoff Bros, Goldrush, Mark Gillespie, Dynamic Hepnotics, Mental As Anything, Radiators, The Church, INXS and Men At Work. Doc Neeson come up with the idea to film this event and Live At Narara, released as 11 tracks, unreleased video clips were not included on the release. Performed “Eat City” at Countdown Music Awards with John Brewster on bass and Jim Hilbun on saxophone.

Epic issued Watch The Red album on 2 May 1983, was produced by The Angels and engineered by Andrew Scott and Al Wright. John Brewster takes lead vocals on “No Sleep In Hell". Rick Brewster did a home recording of “Chaplain's Drums" was instrumental track and was later re-recorded as “Easy Prey” with lyrics and appeared on the album. Jim Hilbun wrote "Stand Up" was a top ten in October 1982.

Mushroom issued Two Minute Warning album on 28 November 1984, was recorded in Los Angeles over a three month period and was produced by Englishman Ashley Howe. The album achieved gold stutus and includes the favourites “Small Price”, “Sticky Little Bitch” and “Underground”. The international version includes a re-recorded of “Be With You" an edited version on the album, issued with MCA and was later re-issued with Metal Blade Records on 9 January 1990.

Performed “Small Price”, “Eat City”, “Underground” and “Take A Long Line” for Live Aid Oz Africa at the Sydney Entertainment Centre on 12 July 1985, with Men at Work, Australian Crawl, Do Re Mi, Electric Pandas, Rene Geyer, Machinations, Mondo Rock, Dragon, Mental as Anything, INXS, The Models, Party Girls, Goanna, Uncanny X-Men, and I'm Talking to help the starving of Africa. The four hour telethon concert was broadcast on Channel 7, Channel 9 and MTV America during the 12 to 13 July 1985.

Epic issued The Angels' Greatest Vol. II compilation album on 9 November 1985, contains tracks like “Live Lady Live”, “No Secrets”, “Into The Heat”, “Eat City”, “Stand Up” and many more. Shock Records re-title as No Secrets on 25 May 1998.

John Brewster last concert was a double at the Meyer Music Bowel and Palace on 27 January 1986. He joined The Party Boys and formed the Bombers in February. Countdown Music Award for Best Live Act. Bob Spencer a former member of Finch and Skyhooks joins the band on guitar on 26 March 1986. The Angels played with Australian Volleyball Federation all girl team to raised money for scholarship at Canberra Institute of Sports

Mushroom issued Howling album on 29 October 1986, was recorded at Rhinoceros Studios, Sydney and was mixed at Wessex Studios, London. Produced by Steve Brown, engineered by Andrew Scott and Al Wright. The album cover design and photography by Jim Hilbun and Chrystene Carroll. The band recorded a cover version "We Gotta Get Out Of This Place" was a huge hit, the song was also recorded by the Animals in 1965. It reached the number 3 on Australian album charts.

Jimmy Barnes Freight Train Heart album featured as rhythm guitarists Rick Brewster with Chris Bailey, Neal Schon, Johnny Diesel and Jim Hilbun on these seven tracks. The opening track “Driving Wheels”, rhythm guitarists * Rick Brewster, “Seven Days” * bass player Chris Bailey, “Last Frontier” * lead guitarists Neal Schon, “I Wanna Get Started With You” * lead guitarists Johnny Diesel, “I'm Still On Your Side” * lead guitarists Neal Schon, bass player and backing vocals Jim Hilbun, “Lessons In Love” (+) backing vocals Jim Hilbun.

Mushroom issued Live Line doubt album on 30 December 1987, spanning ten years of their material and remains to this day as best seller of all time by The Angels. Unforgettable moment was at The Palais, when Doc Neeson kick the quad box and landed on Bob Spencer guitar neck and his wrist, he was taken to hospital and in his replacement was Jimmy Hocking. The tracks were recorded at The Sylvania Hotel, The Astra Hotel, The Manly Vale Hotel and The Comb & Cutter Hotel in August 1981 Bombay Rock, Melbourne and Narara in January 1983. Watch The Red Tour at The Hordern Pavilion in July 1983. The Howling Tour at Bankstown RSL March 1987.

Digitally remastered reissue of the Australian hard rockers' 1987 live album, complete with 10 bonus tracks, “Nothin' To Win”, “Night Comes Early”, “Into The Heat”, “Long Night”, “Easy Prey”, “Is That You”, “No Sleep In Hell”, “Talk About You”, “Gonna Leave You” and “I Ain't The One”. Also containsthe four bonus tracks from the original release, “Small Price”, “Underground”, “Face The Day”, “Eat City”, for a total of 14 extra cuts and a grand total of 34 tracks! Double jewel case. 1998 release.

The Angels The Live Line Concert Tour 1988 a sell out show and was not filmed. Telegram USA label issued The Angels From Angel City EP which contains some live tracks from LIVE LINE album. Guns N' Roses recorded “Marseilles” live at Irvine Canada, issued on a Bootleg album Ultra Rare Tracks III.

Found the band recording for Chrysalis Records, their first effort being Beyond Salvation album on 28 November 1989, recorded with producer Terry Manning in Memphis. Midway through recording Jim Hilbun was replaced by bassist James Morling. The American version of the album has different track listing with only 3 tracks from the Australian version included. The remainders are all re-recordings of older songs.

The Angels put in a sterling show at the Earthquake Relief concert in Newcastle alongside Jimmy Barnes, Noiseworks, Midnight Oil, Crowded House, Split Enz, Johnny Diesel And The Injectors on 18 February 1990. Gold plaque (5 x 13 cm.) attached to outside of picture is inscribed “Presented to Newcastle City Council for your contribution to an historic gathering of Australian rock”.

Mushroom issued album Beyond Salvation album on gave 7 June 1990, gave them their first number one posting in Australia spawning three hit singles in the process and easily attaining platinum status. “Dogs Are Talking” band decided on using the B-side as a showcase for upcoming Australian talent. Bands included were Suze DeMarchi's Baby Animals, Desert Cats and The Hurricanes. Two of the new tracks “Let The Night Roll On” and “Rhythm Rude Girl” are included fully on the American version whilst are edits on the domestic release.

The Angels follow up was Red Back Fever album on 2 November 1991, issued in a limited edition embossed leather sleeve complete with a 24 page booklet of excerpts from Dr Randolph E.J. Echt's writings from his book.

The Angels performed “Tear Me Apart” and “City Out Of Control” for for The Wizard Of Oz live at The Palace in Los Angeles as The Angels in May 1992. Promoted the album for two years, including a multi-million dollar government campaign highlighting alcohol related violence. The song “Tear Me Apart” was selected as the theme for Alcohol and Violence Tears You Apart Tour on 10 August 1992.

Albert Production issued Their Finest Hour and Then Some with tracks information by John Brewster on 19 August 1992. Re-issued with four bonus material “Open That Door” (New Track), “Who Rings The Bell” (Studio), “Whitest Lady”, “Am I Ever Gonna See Your Face Again” (Original Single) and new CD cover on 1 August 2008.

Saw the release to radio in America of the only product to be released there under the name The Angels. Stravinskyi issued Shelved EP CD, limited to 1,000 copies, was made up of tracks from the “Howling” sessions declined by MCA on 30 October 1992. Andy Scott & The Sweet recorded “Am I Ever Gonna See Your Face Again” in 1992.

The Angels Welcome Back ........

John Brewster and Jim Hilbun returned to as James Morley and Bob Spencer were ousted in January 1993. Peter Ledger who designed the album cover for Fact To Face, died in car accident on 18 November 1994. Mushroom issued Evidence was a greatest hit collection on 3 December 1994. Two new cuts were included and released as singles “Turn It On” and “Don't Need Mercy”.

Once again The Angels got back on the road on The Hard Evidence EP tour in April 1995. Great White live album Stage featured “Face the Day” and “Can't Shake It” on 30 January 1996. The Angels issued a self financed single “Call that Living” in July 1996 was remixed by Rick Brewster and only sold at gigs.

An acoustic “Lounge Lizards” tour of Australia in mid 1997 had guest appearances from Ross Wilson and Angry Anderson. Mushroom Records issued three live videos Live At Narara, Beyond Salvation Live and From All Angels.

The Angels signed world wide deal they can release albums as THE ANGELS official statement from record company from Australia, USA, Canada, Europe to Shock Records Australian largest strongest independent record company on 30 September 1997.

Released single “Caught In The Night” and receives nationwide airplay and chart success. A second single “Northwest Highway” follows in February 1998. Released album Skin And Bones album on 2 March 1998. The artwork features photography from Jim Hilbun which was shot in the remote North West of Australia. Punk act The Melvins also covered “I Can't Shake It” in September 1998.

Inducted into ARIA Hall Of Fame by Angry Anderson on 20 October 1998. Performed a brief set at the "Concert of the Century" in Melbourne to celebrate Mushroom Records 25th anniversary on 14 November 1998.

Mushroom Records issued The Angels Greatest Hits – Mushroom Years (2 CD set) compilation album on 16 May 1999. To celebrate their induction into ARIA Hall of Fame for music. The Angels appeared in movie "Holy Smoke" and sang “Am I Ever Gonna See Your Face Again” on 26 December 1999. International Soundtrack included “I Put a Spell on You” on Australian Soundtrack included “Am I Ever Gonna See Your Face Again” and “I Put a Spell on You” by The Angels.

By 2000 it was revealed that Doc Neeson was seriously ill, having suffered a major car accident that left him with neck and spinal injuries, and The Angels schedule was put on hold. John Brewster took over as lead vocalist as The Angels. Grinspoon recorded “Take A Long Line” for the movie "Sample People" Soundtrack on 11 May 2000. Shock Records issued Left Hand Drive album on 6 November 2000, previously released with Red Back Fever by Mushroom in 1992 as a limited-edition collection of unreleased versions and B-sides.

Doc Neeson performed at the Tour of Duty Encore! concert at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra on 3 February 2001. The Angels reformed as Members of The Angels for Ted Mulry Benefit Concerts on 9 March 2001 with the Brewster brothers John, Rick, Graham "Buzz" Bidstrup, Chris Bailey and Jim Hilbun on lead vocals. Performed in Perth at a benefit concert for Victims Of The Bali Tragedy with John on lead vocals in January 2002.

The Angels Reunite ........

The Angels decided to reformed with the original line-up of Doc Neeson, John Brewster, Rick Brewster, Chris Bailey and Graham “Buzz” Bidstrup on 18 April 2008.

John Brewster once was a member of The Party Boys, Wayne Jury, Angry Anderson Band and Double Trouble. Formed The Bombers and The Fallen Angels (featured John Brewster, Jim Hilbun, Chris Bailey, Graham "Buzz" Bidstrup and Steve Crofts).

Chris Bailey (bass), Brent Eccles (drums), Jenny Morris (backing vocals), Sharon O'Neill (keyboards) and Geoff Chunn (guitar, vocals, producer) appeared on “Like Elvis” on album More Hits And Myths in 1982. Member of The Stetsons, Jimmy Barnes Band, Duffhead, Dave Steel Band.

Graham "Buzz" Bidstrup recording included Mondo Rock “Chemistry”, Australian Crawl “Reckless”, Richard Clapton “Solidarity”, Cold Chisel “20th Century”, Jimmy Barnes “No Second Prize”. Produced and engineered many tracks for young bands including The Hoodoo Gurus, INXS, The Riptides and The Numbers. Co-founded of The Party Boys in 1982. Soundtracks he produced Heat Wave, Star Struck, Greetings from Wollongong, Sweet and Sour TV-series and River Murray TV documentary.

Shock Records issued The Complete Sessions 1980-1983 on 6 June 2002, a four-CD box set collection of Dark Room, Night Attack, Watch The Red and The Blow each with bonus tracks including rare B-sides, demos, live tracks and previously unreleased material.

The success of this reunion and the strength of John's vocals encouraged the band to embrace both their music and heritage and continue as a 4-piece, playing the songs in which John, Rick, Chris and Graham in December 2003.

Los Angeles Hard Rockers L.A. Guns cut a rendition of “Marseilles” for their album “Rip The Covers Off” on 27 April 2004 released with Shrapnel Records. Reg Reagan first single “Am I Ever Going To See The Biff Again” version of The Angels “Am I Ever Gonna See Your Face Again” on 26 June 2004. The Knucklemen featuring John Brewster from The Angels and Kevin Borich on guitars, Paul DeMarco from Rose Tattoo on drums and Paul Christie from Mondo Rock and The Party Boys fame on bass.

Performed for Pete Wells Rock ’n’ Roll Outlaw Benefit Show to be held at the Enmore Theatre on 7 September 2005 with Rose Tattoo, Billy Thorpe (MD), Diesel, Jon Stevens with Noiseworks, Tim Gaze (Tamam Shud/Ariel), Dave Tice (Buffalo), Chris Turner (Buffalo), Tim Rogers, Killing Heidi, Ian Moss, The Radiators and Sarah McLeod with more announcements to be made.

Australian Post issued Rock Posters The Stamps, poster advertising a LaTrobe University Union night in 1979 shows Angels singer Doc Neeson from the back with Sports, Paul Kelly on 12 September 2006. Leanne Kingwell recorded "Be With You" was released on 13 November 2006.

A Canadian band Dust Rhinos recorded “Am I Ever Gonna See Your Face” features on The Second Set on 15 January 2007. Consists of fiddles, mandolins and something called a bodhran.

Over 10,000 AC/DC fans gathered at Claremont Showground for a Bon Scott tribute concert on 25 February 2007. Music was provided by The Angels alongside Rose Tattoo and Screaming Jets. Liberation issued Wasted Sleepless Night - Definitive Greatest Hits on 2 June 2007. Featuring 20 classic songs from one of the hardest working bands in Australian music history.

Liberation issued DVD Wasted Sleepless Nights - The Definitive Greatest Hits on 4 June 2007, this is the ultimate Angels DVD collection. Featuring 39 of the band's classic clips all on one DVD. The DVD includes never before released footage of The Angels at The Melbourne Music Show in 1988, and a number of tracks recorded live for ABC's Studio 22 in 1999.

Lberation issued 2 DVD special edition of Live at Narara / Beyond Salvation Live on 27 August 2007. Disc One is Live at Narara was Australia's highest selling music video release for many years, and the DVD release is sure to be a hit. Their legendary concert from Narara on Australia Day in 1983 has never been on DVD. Disc Two is Beyond Salvation Live, recorded live on the band's Beyond Salvation Tour in 1990. DVD set features the band in full flight performing all their biggest hits, and features 5.1 sound and a newly recorded audio commentary by Doc Neeson.

Doc Neeson performed part of the “Tour de Force” of Iraq, Afghanistan and Kuwait, supporting the Australian Troops. Major General Mark Evans, the Commander of Australian forces in the Middle East, presents Doc Neeson with two medals recognising his previous service in the Australian Army on 30 October 2007.

The Angels performed “Take A Long Line” on The Footy Show. Doc Neeson official cleared fasle statement by the media, that was gossip on 19 June 2008. Performed for Golden Stave Foundation’s 30th Anniversary Charity Luncheon at the Hordern Pavilion. Raised a total of $700,000 on the day for children's charities on 27 June 2008.

To celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Face to Face, Albert Music and Sony BMG will be re-releasing a series of classic Angels albums. Scheduled for July is the re-mastered 30th Anniversary edition of Face to Face and The Angels ‘08 Tour EP featuring the previously unreleased song Open That Door, a live version of Who Rings the Bell plus exclusive bonus tracks. Not long after fans can expect re-mastered versions of No Exit, The Angels and Their Finest Hour plus This is it Folks, the DVD of The Angels infamous 1979 concert at La Trobe University.

This Is It Folks ... Over The Top was recorded 13 September 1979 at La Trobe University in Melbourne. The DVD shows The Angels at their best and with a bonus CD.

Due to overwhelming public demand The Angels are proud to announce they’re hitting the road once again on the Night Attack Tour on 15 September 2008. After selling out the entire run of Face to Face anniversary concerts earlier this year, The Angels with support act Hell City Glamours will tour Australia throughout October, November and December.

John Brewster, Doc Neeson and Rick Brewster were inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in Sydney On 9 September 2008. SBS screen a documentary No Way, Get F*#ked F*#k Off! on 11 October 2008 as the reunited band prepare to embark on their Night Attack Tour. Released on DVD that features band rehearsals, band meetings, backstage, dressing rooms, as the five original members of The Angels on 3 November 2008.

The Angels performed for MAX Session in the Sand in front of tens of thousands of fans, the notorious rockers spectacularly closed this year’s St Kilda Festival, playing all of their biggest hits on 7 March 2009.

The Angels, Rose Tattoo and The Screaming Jets will team up for the Australian Monsters Of Rock concert on Anzac Day 2009 at Enmore Theatre in Sydney, Autralia.

The Angels By Request Concert Series fans get to choose their favourite fifteen songs from the entire Angels catalogue. Their votes along with thousands of others from around Australia will be tallied up and the top songs chosen will comprise The Ultimate Angels Set List.

Symphony Of Angels perform their classic hits with the Adelaide Art Orchestra in an Australian first. The biggest project ever undertaken by this iconic band and will be held at The Festival Theatre in Adelaide.

The Angels Face To Face Tour are heading to Tasmania for the first time since their reunion in 2008. Over the last two years, the band has performed over 100 sold out shows & festivals around the country to over 100,000 fans. They’ve wanted to play concerts in Tasmania for some time now and are looking forward to giving fans a real dose of good old Angels’ rock!

The Angels are excited about their upcoming North Queensland After The Rain Tour dates. Doc Neeson adamantly states, We are here to tell you, we are definitely coming up in August 5, 6, 7 & 8 inclusive and were gonna rock you!. The Angels have continued to deliver hard rocking sets for all the fans to lap up. This is the original and the best of The Angels packed tightly into one mighty seventy-five minute set of their greatest hits. Looking forward to the sunshine and some hot gigs. Not going to miss it this time Rick Brewster

Triple M and The Angels are both celebrating Dark Room album Anniversary! Both legends will join forces to create an exclusive double anniversary weekend event. Not only Doc Neeson from The Angels be co-hosting a live on-air celebration with the Triple M listeners, MAX will also join in on the fun by hosting a weekend of The Angels hits and singles. Triple M is back with a vengeance, and The Angels are back on tour, both have promised fans and listeners, Rock 'n' Roll will never die!!

(Tony Senatore and Difrnt Management composed this document).