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Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Legendary Australian rock band The Angels announce national tour with new singer - after Dave Gleeson left the band to focus on his radio career
Legendary Australian rock band The Angels have announced an upcoming national tour with new vocalist Nick Norton, almost two years after Dave Gleeson quit the group. The iconic rockers are set to perform their Go For Broke tour across nine shows throughout the country, from July to August. The band will play their biggest hits to a roaring crowd, including Am I Ever Gonna See Your Face Again? and Take A Long Line, with their new vocalist Nick Norton, who has fronted the band since 2023. The tour is particularly special for the band as it marks over 50 years as a group and celebrates the success of their 2024 album Ninety Nine, which charted in Australia. 'I really feel this is the beginning of an exciting new chapter for The Angels,' founding guitarist John Brewster said in a statement. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. The band will commence their tour on Friday, July 4 in Torquay, Victoria and then play across Melbourne, Sydney, Western Australia, Queensland and South Australia. The Angels are one of Australia's most beloved rock bands and was originally fronted by legendary singer Doc Neeson from 1974 - 2011. After his death in 2014 from a brain tumour, the band recruited The Screaming Jets frontman Dave Gleeson as their new singer. In 2023, Gleeson revealed he was stepping aside to concentrate on his radio commitments and a new album with The Screaming Jets. The host of Triple M Nights with Dave Gleeson said in a statement to The Courier Mail: 'Being a part of such a legendary legacy will always be one of my great achievements. 'With The Screaming Jets on the eve of a new album release, and my national Triple M commitments, it's time to move on,' he continued. Dave said his former bandmates remain 'the very best of friends'. 'They will always hold a special place in my rock 'n' roll journey. Rock on and see youse on the road,' he added. In his own statement, Rick said the group are, 'so grateful to Dave for everything he's done for the band'. The hellraising band are the subject of a 2022 tell-all documentary, The Angels: Kickin' Down the Door. It traces the band's early days when they made just $100 for five-hour long gigs. The Australian rock band formed in Adelaide in 1974 and were originally called The Keystone Angels. They are best known for their hits Am I ever Gonna See Your Face Again, Dogs Are Talking and We Gotta Get Out of This Place. The band were inducted into the ARIA Hall of Fame in October 1998. They also appeared in the 1999 Australian-filmed Hollywood movie Holy Smoke, starring Kate Winslet and Harvey Keitel. After several lineup changes, the band now comprises of founding members John and Rick Brewster, their sons Sam and Tom, and vocalist Nick Norton.
Associated Press
08-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
ITM4G, Fire Protection & Facility Maintenance Expert, Celebrates 10 Years of Excellence, Agility & Consistency
05/08/2025, Sterling, Virginia // PRODIGY: Feature Story // ITM4G, an expert in fire protection and facility maintenance, celebrates 10+ years of elevating the industry standard with a blend of expertise, precision, and passion. As a CVE-certified, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), the company is committed to providing responsive, cost-effective, high-quality services in the governmental sector. With a broad suite of services, this team of experts' goal is clear: to address every client's needs with nothing short of excellence. Where ITM4G truly excels is its fire protection offering, which includes but is not limited to Fire Protection Engineering and Design, Building Life Safety, and Facilities Maintenance. From inspection to testing, maintenance, construction, and installation, it ensures safety every step of the way. Since John Brewster founded the company in 2013, it has gradually grown into a competent team of 50 agile employees. With a focus on the governmental sector, ITM4G primarily works in military bases around the US. Its focus, therefore, lies in serving every facility with flexibility, unparalleled quality, and uncompromised attention. It's important to note that ITM4G insists every technician is NICET-certified, which is especially crucial when working in military bases. In addition, the company has 4 technicians who are certified NICET Level IV in Fire Protection Systems. 'Just because you know how a certain panel works, doesn't mean you know the code or how to install it,' stresses Brewster. 'To pass the NICET test, professionals are tested on many levels of expertise and have to prove that they have been working in the field for multiple years. It minimizes risks, allows ITM4G to address diverse challenges, and it's just a responsible thing to do.' Beyond fire protection, ITM4G offers comprehensive facility management solutions, partnering with other businesses when appropriate. Through these collaborations, the company also empowers smaller, especially minority-owned firms, to succeed in the sector. 'It works both ways: when we team up, we can reduce the cost of work, and, at the same time, I'm jumpstarting these businesses by integrating our expertise into their teams,' he adds. Based in Sterling, Virginia, ITM4G has worked at DoD sites, FEMA, ATF, FAA, and Coast Guard bases across the US and internationally, among others. For over 10 years, it has stood tall in its mission of safeguarding facilities with a fusion of firsthand experiences, extensive knowledge, and the founder's genuine passion. Looking ahead, its hopes aren't to expand tenfold or take over the industry; it's to address the needs of more clients by growing slowly and purposefully, and never compromising its values. 'Fire protection is what I know best. That's why ITM4G is one way I can contribute to helping keep people safe while they're working,' shares Brewster. 'And, as long as the fire protection systems are working like they're supposed to, I can sleep at night with a clear conscience, knowing I've done everything I can to protect the personnel, property, and continuity of operations in the facility.' Media Contact Name: John W Brewster Email: [email protected]
