AC/DC as a pioneer of hard rock

At first glance, AC/DC looks like an acronym for something. However, this is a famous musical band that is equal in scope and range to, for example, the band Pink Floyd. In this case, these are really hard rockers from Australia. They have won over a lot of listeners with their style. Their style was primarily hard rock and heavy metal, with some other bands also appearing on the scene.

• Deep Purple
• Led Zepplin
• Black Sabbath

It's true that one of AC/DC's most famous lineups changed a few times before settling down. The origins of their success go back to the famous High Voltage albumwhich was published in 1975.

Fixed AC/DC line-up

Who's behind the name of this group, you ask? Who do you imagine when they launch such hits as Highway to Hell? It's a group of charismatic, and most importantly, talented musicians - Brian Johnson, Malcolm Young, Phil Rudd, Angus Young and Cliff Williams. It was they who conquered the heavy rock world with their talent and unheard music.

Everything you need to know

There are many interesting things connected with the music group. It is, for example, the name of the band itself. It comes from the term alternating current/direct current. They said they saw this abbreviation on a sewing machine and liked it so much that they named the group after it. Find out more in the questions and answers below.