Arguably the world's greatest rock band, AC/DC have earned their place in the annals of music history. For almost three decades these master craftsmen have distilled the essence of rock 'n' roll, intoxicating each new generation of rock fans with their take-no-prisoners attitude and no-nonsense live shows. Through the extensive files of Kerrang and Sounds, this book tells the true story of AC/DC's phenomenal career -- from their days as a covers band in Sydney. Australia, in the early 70s, through the years of world domination and intense tragedy, to the present day and their recognition as true rock legends. With new material bringing the AC/DC story right up to date, plus a selection of classic photographs, this is essential reading for every rock fan. Book jacket.
As the people close to me know, I love AC-DC. Angus's hard solos, Malcolm's smooth rhythm, and both Bon's and Brian's vocals. Before I bought this book I have read a whole lot of other information not in here. One is that the book didn't mention that the famous "Back in Black" riff was Mal's and not Angus's. One chapter was about the death of AC-DC's first front man, Bon Scott. Everybody was down yet AC-DC still pulled it through with Brian Johnson. There were a few mishaps in that chapter, but for the most part, it was correct. Other than those few missing and wrong facts this is a great book about the great AC-DC. It tells info about all of the great albums, and not so great albums, about Bon and Brian, and many more. This book is for any rocker who wants a little background or for somebody who just wants to read something. That is why I gave it a 4 out of 5
Great yet not so great AC-DC guide.
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 20 years ago
As the people close to me know, I love AC-DC. Angus' hard solos, Malcolm's smooth rhythm, and both Bon's and Brian's vocals. Before I bought this book I have read a whole lot of other information not in here. One is that the book didn't mention that the famous "Back in Black" riff was Malcolm's and not Angus's. One chapter was about the death of AC-DC's first front man, Bon Scott. Everybody was down yet AC-DC still pulled it through with Brian Johnson. There were a few mishaps in that chapter, but for the most part, it was correct. Other than those few missing and wrong facts this is a great book about the great AC-DC. It tells info about all of the great albums, and not so great albums, about Bon and Brian, and many more. This book is for any rocker who wants a little background or for somebody who just wants to read something. That is why I gave it a 4 out of 5
Great, yet not so great AC-DC guide.
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 20 years ago
As the people close to me know, I love AC-DC. Angus' hard solos, Malcolm's smooth rhythm, and both Bon's and Brian's vocals. Before I bought this book I have read a whole lot of other information not in here. One is that the book didn't mention that the famous "Back in Black" riff was Mal's and not Angus's. One chapter was about the death of AC-DC's first front man, Bon Scott. Everybody was down yet AC-DC still pulled it through with Brian Johnson. There were a few mishaps in that chapter, but for the most part, it was correct. Other than those few missing and wrong facts this is a great book about the great AC-DC. It tells info about all of the great albums, and not so great albums, about Bon and Brian, and many more. This book is for any rocker who wants a little background or for somebody who just wants to read something. That is why I gave it a 4 out of 5
Best Bio I have Read!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 21 years ago
Out of all the Biographies I have read on musicians, this one takes the cake. it gives you all the details you need and want to know, wether you're a new fan or if you have been listening to them since the beginning. I give this book a straight 5 Stars!
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