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
You’ve been thunderstruck. 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,
AC/DC fans shocked to discover real meaning of band’s name
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
People are only just realizing what the meaning is behind rock band AC/DC’s name
It was user @psychological_Ad8534 who addressed the confusion, revealing that it means ‘anti-christ/devil’s child’, with the true meaning behind the iconic band being: Alternating current/direct current.
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.
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.
Hard Rock Legends AC/DC Honored On British Postage Stamps
Royal Mail will issue 12 stamps to commemorate AC/DC on the 50th anniversary of their debut album 'High Voltage.' ...
“I was baffled”: The era Angus Young considered a dead period for music
AC/DC are an anomaly in music as they have been able to deliver a consistent sound that remains popular despite changing trends.
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AC/DC celebrated with new Royal Mail stamps - how to get your hands on them first
The release of the stamps comes as AC/DC announced a European tour as part of their continuing ‘Power Up’ series, with a UK ...
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 ...
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 ...
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.
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 ...
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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 ...