Long Way to the Top
Long Way to the Top
Playlist by Long Way to the TopEvery song has a story. Every legend has a journey. Long Way to the Top is where those stories come alive — the raw, revealing, and often hilarious moments behind rock’s most enduring names. Hosted b…83 clip(s) in playlist
S4E15 - Angry Anderson Announces Rose Tattoo’s Final Shows Ever
Angry Anderson has made a massive announcement exclusively on Long Way to the Top with Shayne Brian, confirming the final Rose Tattoo shows ever. After more than five decades of blood, sweat, beers and uncompromising rock ’n’ roll, one of Australia’s most influential bands is preparing to take its…
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S4E14 - Richard Burgman - Sunnyboys Reunion, 45th Anniversary Box Set & The Story Behind an Australian Rock Classic
Forty-five years after changing the sound of Australian rock, Sunnyboys are back to celebrate one of the greatest debut albums in Australian music history. In this special episode of Long Way to the Top with Shayne Brian, guitarist Richard Burgman reflects on the band's remarkable journey, the end…
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S4E13 - Martin Kemp on the Birth of Spandau Ballet - The Early Years, True, Gold & the Blitz Club
This is a special re-release of an interview I recorded with Martin Kemp from Spandau Ballet late last year. It was such a fascinating conversation that I knew it deserved to be heard again. Long before True, Gold, Only When You Leave, and Communication became worldwide hits, Spandau Ballet were a…
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S4E12- Stan Bush: How to Write an 80s Rock Anthem That Lasts Forever
Stan Bush, the iconic voice behind “The Touch” and “Dare” from The Transformers: The Movie, joins Long Way to the Top with Shayne Brian for a powerful conversation about Transformers, 80s rock, motivational music and how to write an anthem that lasts forever. Best known for his unforgettable songs…
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S4E11 - John Brewster (The Angels) – The Real Story Behind “Am I Ever Gonna See Your Face Again”
In this exclusive interview on Long Way to the Top, Shayne chats with John Brewster, founding member and guitarist of The Angels, as the band celebrates 50 years of their iconic Australian rock anthem “Am I Ever Gonna See Your Face Again.” From its origins as a deeply emotional song inspired by lo…
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S4E10 - Beeb Birtles: Zoot at 60, Little River Band & a Lifetime of Music & Faith
Australian music legend Beeb Birtles joins Shayne Brian on Long Way to the Top for a fascinating deep dive into one of the most remarkable careers in Australian rock history. From the colourful pop explosion of Zoot to the international success of Little River Band, Beeb reflects on six decades in…
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S4E9 - Neil Taylor: From Tears for Fears to Robbie Williams... and the Next Chapter with Blue Water Giants
What was it like creating one of the most iconic guitar solos of the 1980s? How do you go from recording with Tears for Fears to performing in front of hundreds of thousands of people with Robbie Williams? And after a lifetime at the top of the music industry, what inspires the next chapter? In th…
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S4E8 - Rose Carleo Band
Australian rock powerhouse Rose Carleo joins Shayne Brian on Long Way to the Top for a powerful, honest, and deeply personal conversation about her brand-new album 42 Days. In this episode, Rose opens up about the emotional journey behind the record — a raw, blues-rock driven album born from real-…
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S4E7 - Casey Barnes
Australian country rock star Casey Barnes joins Shayne Brian on Long Way to the Top for an in-depth conversation about his brand-new album Made For This, his powerful duet with Pete Murray called Time To Burn, and the incredible journey that has made him one of the biggest names in Australian count…
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S4E6 - Kim Wilde
The queen of 80s pop is back — and this is one of the most revealing interviews Kim Wilde has done in years. In this special episode of Long Way to the Top, Shayne Brian sits down with global pop icon Kim Wilde ahead of her 2026 Australian Closer Tour for an in-depth conversation about fame, reinv…
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