AC/DC fans just learning the origin of the band's name after decades in the spotlight
Though AC/DC has spent decades in the spotlight, some fans of the Australian rock band are just now learning the origin and meaning of the group's name.
The Band AC/DC’s Name Has a Surprising Origin—Here’s What It Means
Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the band, many have wondered about the origin of AC/DC’s name. Is it simply the four letters put together? Does it make a word? Or does it stand for or represent something completely different?
AC/DC fans are finally discovering what the iconic ‘70s band name stands for
AC/DC fans are discovering that a sewing machine inspired the ’70s rock band’s name. While the group’s catchy tunes like “Highway to Hell” and “You Shook Me All Night Long” are still being played on airwaves across America, one Reddit user reignited questions about how the rockers got their name in the first place.
People are only just realising the meaning behind iconic 70s rock band AC/DC’s name
The band first shot to fame in 1975 following the release of their first studio album, High Voltage. By 1979, when disaster struck, AC/DC was experiencing global success with the release of Highway to Hell. Their lead singer, Bon Scott, died of alcohol poisoning.
AC/DC announce first Scottish concert in a decade
Rock legends AC/DC have announced they will play their first Scottish concert in a decade this summer. The group will play 12 dates across 10 countries before concluding their tour at Murrayfield stadium in Edinburgh on 21 August.
New AC/DC stamps celebrate 50th anniversary of debut album 'High Voltage'
Royal Mail has announced that new stamps are about to be issued to mark the 50th anniversary of AC/DC's debut album, ‘High ...
AC/DC’s Biggest Single Marks A First For The Hard Rockers
AC/DC's “Thunderstruck” is the band's first single to spend a full year as one of the top-selling tracks in the United ...
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AC/DC Announce 2025 European Tour Dates
AC/DC have added further dates to their ‘POWER UP’ tour, with support from The Pretty Reckless. The band will return to ...
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AC/DC announce first Scottish concert in ten years as part of world tour
The band will play 12 dates across ten cities this summer including a highly-anticipated return to Scotland in August.
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Here are all the European dates for AC/DC’s 2025 Power Up tour
The tour kicks off in Prague on June 26 and concludes in Edinburgh on August 21. Here are all the European dates confirmed ...
New AC/DC stamps to celebrate 50th anniversary of rock band's debut album High Voltage
AC/DC released their debut album High Voltage in 1975 and went on to become one of the world's biggest rock bands.
New stamps to celebrate anniversary of debut album by rock band AC/DC
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The Scottish town with AC/DC statue and festival as band announce Edinburgh Murrayfield shows
With AC/DC set to play their first show in Scotland in a decade this summer, the Daily Record has taken a look at a charming ...