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AC/DC Show Support for Bon Scott Hometown Statue

Billy Dukes — Thu, 16 May 2013 19:51:21 +0000

Supporters of a plan to raise money for a statue of Bon Scott in his hometown of Kirriemuir, Scotland received a big boost recently when AC/DC put their weight into the project with a post on their official website. The campaign is looking to raise over $75,000 (50,000 pounds) before June 5. As of today (May 16), they're one-third of the way there.

Early AC/DC Bassist Neil Smith Dies

Spencer Kaufman — Sun, 07 Apr 2013 20:45:26 +0000

Neil Smith, an early bassist for hard rock legends AC/DC, died today (April 7) after battling cancer. The news was reported on the Australian rocker’s official Facebook page. Smith had briefly been a member of AC/DC in 1974 when the band underwent a number of lineup changes before locking in Mark Evans for their 1975 [...]

Top 10 Angus Young Guitar Solos

Sterling Whitaker — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 14:30:43 +0000

AC/DC guitarist Angus Young may be one of the unlikeliest guitar heroes in rock music, simply for the fact that he's not trying to be a guitar hero at all. Far from the flashy pyrotechnics of many of hard rock and metal's most celebrated players, Young's artistry lies in his ability to use the simplest chords and scales to build musical tension and excitement.

Former AC/DC Bassist Mark Evans Sells 'High Voltage' Gold Record for Charity

Jeff Giles — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 14:51:35 +0000

It’s been decades since Mark Evans ended his brief stint in AC/DC, but he was still with the band for a number of important moments in its history, and he has the awards to prove it — although his collection is a little smaller now. Vintage Vinyl News reports that Evans recently sold his French [...]

Original AC/DC Frontman Dave Evans Joining Tribute Act to Mark Band's 40th Anniversary

Chad Childers — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 20:30:23 +0000

Dave Evans may not be as well known as Bon Scott or Brian Johnson, but AC/DC's original vocalist definitely holds a key role in the history of the band and he's still proud of his time with the group. Evans will join the world's biggest AC/DC tribute show this weekend, playing with Long Way to the Top, while celebrating his original group's 40th anniversary.

AC/DC Beer Now Available in Europe

Jeff Giles — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 16:15:11 +0000

Having already successfully introduced a line of wines suitable for sipping while headbanging, the guys in AC/DC have moved on to the next logical step: brewing their own beer.

Woman Arrested for Blasting AC/DC's 'Highway to Hell'

Dave Lifton — Sun, 02 Sep 2012 13:00:49 +0000

Epping, N.H. can no longer be described as a “sleepy little town,” mainly because nobody has been able to get to sleep thanks to Joyce Coffey. The 53-year old woman was arrested three times in one day earlier this week for blasting music, which included AC/DC‘s ‘Highway to Hell,’ according to the Union Leader.

AC/DC Says When We Can Expect Their New Album

Dave Lifton — Sun, 13 May 2012 23:30:28 +0000

For a band that began their career by putting out 12 albums in the first 15 years of their career, AC/DC have become almost invisible as a studio entity in the ensuing 22 years. Despite still having massive global appeal, they’ve only released three albums since 1990′s ‘The Razor’s Edge,’ and nothing since 2008′s ‘Black Ice.’

AC/DC Hope to Record New Album Once Band Member Recovers From Health Issue

Graham "Gruhamed" Hartmann — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 19:21:18 +0000

Australian rock ‘n’ roll legends AC/DC are hoping to hit the studio again sometime this year to record the follow-up to their 2008 release ‘Black Ice.’ AC/DC singer Brian Johnson recently appeared on the ‘Cowhead’ radio show to speak about health issues within the band and his desire to write again.

AC/DC in a Wal-Mart Commercial – 2nd Sign of the Apocalypse? [VIDEO]

gonzo — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 17:50:35 +0000

I don't watch TV much - aside from a select few favorite series (Dexter, Justified, Flight of the Concords) and football - there's just nothing there for me. As little as I watch, I've still managed to see several successful (or formerly successful) artists allow their music to be used to pimp products (Led Zep, Lenny Kravitz, and Wilco come to mind). I get it...people are stealing your music online now, you have to make a buck somehow.

Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree? [PICS]

Steve King — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 19:07:36 +0000

Sure Christmas is all about buy crap and until I had a son, I didn’t put up a Christmas tree, so I have made it a Rock N Roll Christmas in our house. I have spent a lot of time researching how to find the official ornaments. And here is what I have found so [...]

Kurt Cobain Model Fender Jaguar Guitar Arrives in Stores This Month [PHOTO]

Chris M. Junior — Wed, 07 Sep 2011 14:33:18 +0000

Certain guitarists are known for playing certain makes and models. Jimi Hendrix was quite loyal to the Fender Stratocaster. Former KISS member Ace Frehley has made a good living with the Gibson Les Paul. And AC/DC‘s Angus Young has a thing for the Gibson SG.

For Nirvana leader Kurt Cobain, the electric guitar he’s probably most identified with is the Fender Jaguar. By mid-to-late September, musicians everywhere can channel the late grunge rocker when Fender issues its signature Cobain model Jaguar, which has been built to the unique characteristics of the 1965 edition owned by Cobain.

AC/DC Singer Bon Scott's Life to Become a Movie

Drew Weisholtz — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 17:03:37 +0000

The life of Bon Scott, the late AC/DC singer, is getting the movie treatment.

The singer’s life story is being made into a film by Screen Australia.

Puddle of Mudd Covers Led Zeppelin, Elton John, and More on New Album [VIDEO]

Jeff Giles — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 14:30:39 +0000

When they entered the studio to work on songs for a follow-up to 2009′s ‘Volume 4: Songs in the Key of Love & Hate,’ Puddle of Mudd had a hard time finding the inspiration for new material — so they decided just to have fun playing some of their favorite tunes by other artists.

“We were really burned out, and when we started trying to write again it just wasn’t time yet,” said guitarist Paul Phillip in a recent Billboard interview. “We had been doing (AC/DC’s) ‘TNT’ and (the Steve Miller Band’s) ‘The Joker’ and had so much fun with those that one thing led to another, and we decided to make a covers record. It was just something fun to do, and we had a blast.”

AC/DC Gets Its Own 'Monopoly'

Jeff Giles — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 15:45:06 +0000

Over the course of their nearly 40-year career, AC/DC has sold more than 200 million albums, scored three Top 40 hits and won a Grammy – and now they’re plunking their amps down on Park Place.

Yes, that’s right: AC/DC is joining the Rolling Stones and Metallica on the short list of bands who have earned the honor of having a special edition of Parker Brothers’ Monopoly named after them. The ‘AC/DC Collector’s Edition’ will go on sale in August.

AC/DC Live At River Plate Concert [AUDIO]

Kayla Keys — Wed, 11 May 2011 19:00:09 +0000

Here is exclusive audio from AC/DC LIVE at River Plate Concert recorded during the Black Ice Tour back in 2009 at River Plate in Argentina.

AC/DC LIVE at River Plate is available on DVD and Blue Ray EVERYWHERE!

Check out the audio player after the jump.