Go West became one of the defining pop acts of the 1980s with timeless hits including We Close Our Eyes, Call Me, Don't Look Down and the global favourite The King of Wishful Thinking.
In this episode of Long Way to the Top, Shayne Brian sits down with Peter Cox, the unmistakable voice of Go West, to discuss the band's incredible 40-year journey, the stories behind their biggest songs, and why their music continues to connect with audiences around the world.
Peter reflects on Go West's rise during the golden age of MTV, the success of The King of Wishful Thinking after its appearance in Pretty Woman, and the band's enduring popularity. He also talks about returning to Australia after touring here with Nik Kershaw in 2024, and what fans can expect from the new Australian tour alongside Debbie Gibson.
If you love classic 1980s music, behind-the-scenes stories, songwriting, and the artists who created the soundtrack to a generation, this is an episode you won't want to miss.
In this episode:
- The origins of Go West
- The story behind We Close Our Eyes
- How The King of Wishful Thinking became a worldwide classic
- The impact of Pretty Woman
- Touring Australia with Nik Kershaw and now Debbie Gibson
- Life on the road after four decades
- Peter Cox's thoughts on legacy and longevity
- Shayne's Fast Five
AUSTRALIAN TOUR AND TICKET INFORMATION
Tour dates, venues, VIP packages and tickets:
https://www.destroyalllines.com/tours/go-west
Official Ticketek ticket page:
https://premier.ticketek.com.au/shows/Show.aspx?sh=GOWEST26
Debbie Gibson official website:
https://debbiegibsonofficial.com/
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