AC/DC has firmly established itself as a legendary force in the world of hard rock music over the years. The band originally formed in Australia, with Bon Scott as the lead singer at the start.
However, the band’s roots are deeply connected to the British rock scene, thanks to the involvement of brothers Malcolm and Angus Young, who originally hailed from Glasgow, Scotland.
When Bon Scott tragically passed away in 1980, the band found a new frontman in English vocalist Brian Johnson.
In the late 1970s and early 1980s, AC/DC began to introduce their hard rock sound to audiences in Australia, drawing inspiration from legendary bands like Led Zeppelin and Black Sabbath.
Their music soon achieved global recognition, with massive hits such as “Back in Black” and “Highway to Hell.”
Even today, Brian Johnson and Angus Young continue to lead AC/DC, thrilling fans with their enduring classics.
The band’s lineup is strengthened by Phil Rudd on drums and Cliff Williams on bass.
In 2014, Stevie Young, Malcolm Young’s nephew, joined the band as the rhythm guitarist, carrying on the family’s legacy. Each member of AC/DC has personal favorites that they particularly enjoy performing during their electrifying live shows.
For Brian Johnson, the material from the early ’80s holds a special place in his heart, especially the track “You Shook Me All Night Long.”
He recalls the nervousness he felt while recording it, but the experience was made rewarding by the positive feedback he received from the band, particularly from Malcolm Young.
Angus Young has his own favorites as well. He loves performing “Riff Raff” because of the challenging guitar work it requires.
Another favorite of his is “Thunderstruck,” which he appreciates for its excellent lyrics, powerful delivery, and top-notch production quality.
However, Angus isn’t fond of the song “Love Song (Oh Jene),” as he feels it strayed too far from AC/DC’s signature sound in an attempt to create more radio-friendly music.
Fortunately, the B-side “Baby, Please Don’t Go” brought the band back to their traditional blues roots, preserving the essence of what makes AC/DC unique.
