AC/DC
AC/DC is an iconic hard rock franchise formed in Sydney, Australia, in 1973 by brothers Malcolm and Angus Young. Renowned for high-energy guitar riffs and massive arena anthems, the group has produced 18 studio albums, major concert films, and soundtrack collaborations, cementing their status as one of the best-selling rock bands in music history.
Cronologia
Panoramica
AC/DC is a legendary hard rock franchise created in Sydney, Australia, in 1973 by Scottish-born brothers Malcolm and Angus Young.
Over a career spanning more than five decades, the band's media footprint includes 18 studio albums, landmark live concert films, box set retrospectives, and iconic feature film soundtracks.
Having sold hundreds of millions of records globally, their landmark 1980 release *Back in Black* stands as the second best-selling album in human history, with over 50 million copies sold worldwide.
Origini
The franchise was founded in late 1973 when rhythm guitarist Malcolm Young and lead guitarist Angus Young formed the band in Sydney.
At the suggestion of his sister Margaret, Angus adopted his trademark schoolboy uniform stage costume, which quickly became the band's visual identity.
The initial core lineup solidified with charismatic lead singer Bon Scott, bassist Mark Evans, and drummer Phil Rudd. After releasing their debut Australian studio albums *High Voltage* and *T.N.T.* in 1975, the group signed an international deal with Atlantic Records in 1976, quickly building a worldwide audience through hard-hitting releases such as *Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap*, *Let There Be Rock*, and their 1979 global breakthrough album *Highway to Hell*.
Personaggi
I PEZZI DI AC/DC
Collezionismo
In the collectibles market, AC/DC holds legendary status through prized physical music releases, box sets, and concert films. Highly sought items among collectors include original 1975 Australian vinyl pressings of *High Voltage* and *T.N.T.*, as well as early regional pressing variations of *Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap*.
The 1997 *Bonfire* box set remains a prized holy grail for its comprehensive tribute content to Bon Scott, containing rare studio outtakes and live recordings. Collectors also target physical live releases like *Live at Donington* and *Live at River Plate*, alongside movie tie-in albums like *Who Made Who* and the Marvel Cinematic Universe compilation *Iron Man 2*.
Curiosità
• Angus Young's iconic schoolboy uniform stage costume was suggested by his sister Margaret. • Their 1980 album *Back in Black* is the second best-selling album in human history.
• AC/DC composed the official soundtrack for Stephen King's 1986 sci-fi horror film *Maximum Overdrive*. • Guns N' Roses frontman Axl Rose stepped in as a guest singer for AC/DC during their 2016 tour dates.
Film
• Maximum Overdrive (Who Made Who) (1986): Sci-fi horror movie directed by Stephen King featuring an official AC/DC soundtrack album.
• Live at Donington (1992): Concert film capturing the band's headlining performance at the Monsters of Rock festival. • Iron Man 2 (2010): Marvel Studios film accompanied by an official AC/DC music compilation soundtrack. • Live at River Plate (2012): Live concert film recording their massive stadium shows in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
