Formed in Sydney in 1973 by brothers Angus and Malcolm Young, AC/DC quickly rose to become one of the most iconic bands in hard rock history. From the very beginning, the Australians set the tone with a raw, no-nonsense sound, powered by Angus’s Gibson SG and an explosive stage presence. Their schoolboy uniform and lightning-bolt logo have since become rock symbols recognized worldwide.
From loud beginnings to global fame
Albums like High Voltage (1975), Let There Be Rock (1977), and Highway to Hell (1979) launched AC/DC onto the international scene. Fronted by the legendary Bon Scott, the band’s early years defined the essence of pure rock energy. Following Scott’s tragic death in 1980, AC/DC made a daring comeback with Brian Johnson and released Back in Black — one of the best-selling albums of all time, featuring timeless anthems such as “Hells Bells” and “You Shook Me All Night Long.”
A sound that never changed — and never needed to
Decade after decade, AC/DC have remained true to their roots: thunderous riffs, commanding rhythms, and stadium-sized choruses. Songs like For Those About to Rock and Thunderstruck continue to ignite crowds worldwide. Even after the loss of key members, the band roared back with Power Up (2020), a heartfelt tribute to Malcolm Young that proved their fire still burns strong.
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