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ACDC SHOOT TO THRILL
Posted by Lisa Jones on November 18, 2023 at 9:15 pmHere’s one of the iconic songs by AC/DC, SHOOT TO THRILL
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Another one of my favorite songs from AC/DC SHOOT TO THRILL
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BACK IN BLACK is one of AC/DC’s all time greatest hits. “Back in Black” is a song by the Australian rock band AC/DC. It was released as the lead single from their seventh studio album of the same name, “Back in Black,” in 1980. The song is one of AC/DC’s most iconic tracks and is widely regarded as one of the greatest rock songs of all time. Its distinctive opening guitar riff, played by Angus Young, is instantly recognizable. The lyrics were written by lead vocalist Brian Johnson and pay tribute to the band’s former lead singer, Bon Scott, who died earlier in the year. “Back in Black” has been covered and referenced numerous times in popular culture and remains a staple of classic rock radio playlists.
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Some general information about the song Thunderstruck:
“Thunderstruck” is a song by the Australian rock band AC/DC, released in 1990 as the lead single from their album The Razors Edge. It was written by band members Angus Young and Malcolm Young. The song is known for its distinctive guitar riff and the powerful vocals of lead singer Brian Johnson.
Musically, it features a driving hard rock sound with prominent electric guitars. The lyrics deal with themes of excitement, energy and the power of music. It became one of AC/DC’s most well-known and popular songs.
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Brian Johnson is the lead vocalist of the famous Australian rock band AC/DC. He has been with the band since 1980. Here are some key facts about him:
- Early life: Brian Johnson was born on October 5, 1947, in Dunston, England. Before joining AC/DC, he was a member of the bands Geordie and Jasper Hart Band.
- Joining AC/DC: Johnson joined AC/DC in 1980 after the death of their previous lead vocalist, Bon Scott. His first album with the band was the highly successful “Back in Black”.
- Distinctive voice: Johnson is known for his high-pitched, raspy singing voice, which became a trademark of AC/DC’s sound.
- Songwriting: While most of AC/DC’s songs were written by the Young brothers, Johnson has also contributed to the band’s songwriting, especially on the albums “Blow Up Your Video” and “The Razors Edge”.
- Health issues: In 2016, Johnson was advised by doctors to stop touring immediately or risk total hearing loss. This led to him temporarily leaving AC/DC and being replaced by Axl Rose for the remainder of their tour.
- Return to AC/DC: In 2020, it was announced that Johnson, along with other classic members Phil Rudd and Cliff Williams, would be rejoining the band for a new album, “Power Up”, released in November 2020.
Throughout his career with AC/DC, Brian Johnson has been the voice behind many of the band’s most iconic songs, like “Back in Black”, “You Shook Me All Night Long”, “Thunderstruck”, and “Highway to Hell”. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of AC/DC in 2003.
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