Favorite Australian Bands #3 - AC/DC
@teamfreak16 (43418)
Denver, Colorado
November 8, 2017 12:14pm CST
It was @JudyEv that suggested the theme for this particular music series, which consists of my favorite bands from her native Australia. We are at #3, and no surprise here: AC/DC.
Members of both the Australian Recording Industry Association and Rock and Roll Halls of Fame, AC/DC formed in Sydney in 1973. They have sold more than 200 records worldwide, and have won a Grammy Award for Best Hard Rock Performance. They also have won four Australian Recording Industry Association awards.
Considered by many a heavy metal band, the group chooses to classify themselves as simply a rock and roll band. They have released 17 studio albums and 47 singles, including their massive hit, "You Shook Me All Night Long."
Both Melbourne, and Leganes, Spain have named streets after the band.
I've linked to my favorite AC/DC song, the studio version of "Highway to Hell." It's a bona fide classic, complete with vocals by the late Bon Scott.
Enjoy!
(Info verified by Wikipedia)
Un bijou du légendaire groupe australien AC/DC ! Enjoy ! \m/
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@FourWalls (69010)
• United States
8 Nov 17
Their brother, George (insert Liberace joke here) was a member of the Easybeats. He just passed away a couple of weeks ago.
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@teamfreak16 (43418)
• Denver, Colorado
8 Nov 17
Yeah, I read that. They say that he was responsible for formation of AC/DC. That without his influence, the band might have never formed.
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@andriaperry (117141)
• Anniston, Alabama
8 Nov 17
I did not know! I like highway to hell also.
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@teamfreak16 (43418)
• Denver, Colorado
8 Nov 17
Did not know that they are Australian? You aren't the only one, judging from the comments.
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@crossbones27 (49723)
• Mojave, California
11 Nov 17
I knew they were from Australia , but somehow I always think they are British. Awesome band that paved the way for many. OK, Midnight Oil you get second overall, but still get first for your style of music. lol My opinion anyway. lol
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@crossbones27 (49723)
• Mojave, California
11 Nov 17
@teamfreak16 Cool I was like should not write that but just in case Scott does not think so get some honor worthy mention. lol
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@teamfreak16 (43418)
• Denver, Colorado
11 Nov 17
@crossbones27 - Leaving Midnight Oil off of this would be like leaving Air Supply off. Oh, wait. I did leave Air Supply off! 
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@teamfreak16 (43418)
• Denver, Colorado
11 Nov 17
Oh, Midnight Oil definitely made the cut.
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@arthurchappell (44998)
• Preston, England
8 Nov 17
never realized AC/DC were Australian - cool
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@teamfreak16 (43418)
• Denver, Colorado
8 Nov 17
Judging from the comments, you aren't alone.
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@teamfreak16 (43418)
• Denver, Colorado
10 Nov 17
@shshiju - Oh, you're quite welcome.
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@teamfreak16 (43418)
• Denver, Colorado
9 Nov 17
I never thought of it that way. Interesting way of looking at it.
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@FayeHazel (40243)
• United States
9 Nov 17
Oh yeah, who could forget about Ac/Dc? Good one!
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@teamfreak16 (43418)
• Denver, Colorado
9 Nov 17
What a great band. One of my favorites.
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@sumofalltears (3988)
• United States
9 Nov 17
t doesn't really matter where they are from, they are a terrific band, I hsve always liked this one.
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@teamfreak16 (43418)
• Denver, Colorado
9 Nov 17
In this case, the theme is bands from Australia, so it does matter. But you are right, they are a great band no matter where they are from.
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@TiarasOceanView (70022)
• United States
10 Nov 17
I think I saw these about 10 or more times back in the day xo
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@teamfreak16 (43418)
• Denver, Colorado
10 Nov 17
I've never seen them. Unfortunately.
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@teamfreak16 (43418)
• Denver, Colorado
10 Nov 17
@TiarasOceanView - I like Brian Johnson, but Bon Scott was special.
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@LeaPea2417 (37379)
• Toccoa, Georgia
9 Nov 17
The best song & my favorite song AC/DC sings is, "It's a long way to the top, if you want to rock and roll".
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@RasmaSandra (80748)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
9 Nov 17
Not too much into heavy metal but there are pieces I do like. AC/DC have some good ones. Thanks for sharing.
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@teamfreak16 (43418)
• Denver, Colorado
9 Nov 17
Oh, you're welcome. They are a great band. I'm glad you like it.
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@JohnRoberts (109846)
• Los Angeles, California
8 Nov 17
This is a no brainer! But only #3 and you used Midnight Oil. I am thinking INXS and who?
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@teamfreak16 (43418)
• Denver, Colorado
8 Nov 17
Yeah, INXS is definitely on the list.
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@dgobucks226 (35733)
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11 Nov 17
AC/DC an Australian classic. Great song also Back in Black, Hells Bells and the song you mentioned in your writeup.
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@teamfreak16 (43418)
• Denver, Colorado
11 Nov 17
"For Those About to Rock We Salute You" is a favorite as well.
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