AC/DC at 50

A beautifully produced, photo-packed celebration of the ultimate rock band, AC/DC at 50, examines the extraordinary history of the Australian rockers through the lens of 50 milestone events and an illustrated gatefold timeline.

Format: Hardback
Length: 192 pages
Publication date: 30 March 2023
Publisher: Motorbooks International

AC/DC, the iconic rock band from Australia, has been celebrated in a remarkable photo-packed book titled "AC/DC at 50: A Celebration of the Ultimate Rock Band." This comprehensive volume explores the extraordinary journey of the band through the lens of 50 milestone events and an illustrated gatefold timeline.

Formed in 1973, AC/DC quickly rose to prominence as one of the most beloved and successful rock bands in history. Their loud, heavy, and sweat-drenched blues-based rock captivated audiences worldwide, earning them a legion of devoted fans. To commemorate their 50th anniversary, rock journalist Martin Popoff has curated and examined the 50 most significant milestones in the band's remarkable career.

Popoff delves into every aspect of AC/DC's journey, from the early days when the Angus and Malcolm Youngs' older brother, George, played a crucial role, to the songwriting prowess of the Youngs, the legendary antics of vocalist Bon Scott, the massive tours undertaken in support of their albums, the debut of singer Brian Johnson on their breakthrough album "Back in Black," the bands' fallow period in the 1980s and 1990s, and the subsequent resurgence. He also discusses the later challenges the band faced, including the onset of dementia in Malcolm and the passing of drummer Phil Rudd, as well as the legal problems faced by the band.

Throughout the book, Popoff presents a unique perspective on AC/DC's career arc, from their humble beginnings as a pub band in Sydney to becoming international mega-platinum stadium fillers. Each page is adorned with stunning concert and candid offstage photography, including gig posters, 7-inch picture sleeves, ticket stubs, and other memorabilia. The result is an epic tribute to one of the most influential and admired bands in rock history—in a milestone year.

"AC/DC at 50" is a must-have for music enthusiasts, fans of the band, and anyone interested in the history of rock music. It serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of AC/DC and their profound impact on the genre. This beautifully produced book is a celebration of the band's 50 years of music and a testament to their unwavering dedication to their craft.

Weight: 1350g
Dimension: 244 x 279 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780760377413