Rockshow Episode 189 The making of AC/DC Back in Black Album with special guest James Chee Cangemi

Published: Nov. 28, 2023, 4:56 p.m.

"Back in Black," the iconic album by AC/DC, emerged as a rock masterpiece during a challenging period for the band. Released in 1980, the album was a tribute to their late lead singer, Bon Scott, who had passed away earlier that year. Brian Johnson took over vocal duties, and the band decided to forge ahead in his honor.\n\nRecording took place at Compass Point Studios in the Bahamas, with producer Robert John "Mutt" Lange at the helm. The studio sessions faced emotional hurdles as the band coped with Scott's loss, but they channeled that energy into creating a hard-hitting, no-nonsense rock album.\n\nThe title track, "Back in Black," became an anthem, showcasing Angus Young's electrifying guitar work. Other standout tracks like "You Shook Me All Night Long" and "Hells Bells" contributed to the album's massive success.\n\n"Back in Black" not only revitalized AC/DC but also became one of the best-selling albums globally. Its enduring popularity is attributed to the album's gritty sound, infectious energy, and the seamless integration of Brian Johnson's vocals into the band's signature style. The album's impact endures, solidifying its place in the pantheon of rock history.\n\n#RockLegendsACDC #ACDC #RockIcons #HighVoltageRock #Thunderstruck #ClassicRock #BackInBlack #ACDCFans #AngusYoung #BrianJohnson #RockNRollPower\n\nhttps://www.acdc.com/\n\nhttps://www.ac-dc.net/\n\nhttps://instagram.com/acdc?igshid=NzZlODBkYWE4Ng==\n\nhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php/?id=100047152025766\n\nhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/711MCceyCBcFnzjGY4Q7Un?si=6vAfj0qYTrW0WF2_BFwnZA\n\nhttps://youtube.com/@acdc?si=dy_JAhOkao-gRQW6\n\nPlease follow us on Youtube,Facebook,Instagram,Twitter,Patreon and at www.gettinglumpedup.com\n\nhttps://linktr.ee/RobRossi\n\nGet your T-shirt at https://www.prowrestlingtees.com/gettinglumpedup\nAnd \nhttps://www.bonfire.com/store/getting-lumped-up/\n\nSubscribe to the channel and hit the like button \n\nThis episode is sponsored by \xb7 Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rob-rossi/support \n\nhttps://www.patreon.com/Gettinglumpedup