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not a huge fan of hard rock, nor do I care for Scott's voice. it was ok. felt like lot of the tracks had same sound
A rock classic, and it's a legend for a reason. 'Highway to Hell' alone would be enough, but the hits just kept coming. Great sound paired with great guitar, and it's nothing but enjoyable.
Kæft det er monotont! Ikke nær så mange bangers som på den sidste vi havde med dem
Gode riffs! Det er ikke at de her sange er dårlige, de er alle sammen ret fede, men det lyder godt nok lidt ens. Bon Scotts stemme lyder helt fucked up.
Der var den der highway to hell, som er relativt kendt og så føles resten af pladen bare som den samme sang..
Fun album, kinda repetitive
AC/DC will never not get a positive rating from me. They classic rock at its finest. Bon Scott's voice was a one-of-a-kind, too and gave the band such a cool sound. The title track is obviously one of AC/DC's greatest songs but the rest of the album has that classic, guitar-driven AC/DC sound
Classic hard rock always has a place.
Good album, nothing special for me, good to have on in the background and tap your feet.
Solid rock album by a Hall of Fame rock band. It's probably not their best album, but it's good. I don't think AC/DC gets enough credit for the use of "space" in their music. They're a hard rock band, but almost all of their songs include short periods of silence - breaks in the heavy guitar riffs that kinda draw you in. I think that's what makes their sound so unique and recognizable.
Here we go, some good, classic Aussie rock. I love AC/DC but their albums sound a bit samey. Night Prowler was, surprisingly, my favourite track from Highway To Hell. It’s slow but it’s sinister, there was something quite captivating about it.
It's solid, but it's just not my thing. The highlights are Bon Scott's passionate singing (which I didn't really like before) and Angus Young's leads. Liked Songs Added: - Highway To Hell
all killer, no filler... geweldig album
Not huge on hard rock, obviously there are hits that defy type like the titular track, but overall not my cup of tea.
ACDC
Good classic rock album
THE best AC/DC album. Nothing against Brian Johnson, cuz he was perhaps the greatest replacement in musical history.
Sometimes it just has to be said that an album is an exceptionally well done example of a particular genre, and there are few people who have done Hard Rock better than AC/DC on Highway To Hell. This is good strutting music
Fuck yeah. Every fucking song on this album slaps.
Starts strong but drops off quick after the second track. Good opening riffs and sounds very on-brand, but the songs and lyrics are pretty forgettable after that first 10 seconds. They go on to do much better stuff, but I can imagine for the time of release it was well-received.
Listened to this album years ago, but AC/DC aren't really my thing. Everyone knows the title track and every track after it basically sounds the same.
4.5
Good listen but not their best.
Excellent for driving
i listened to a ukrainian version of highway to hell after passing my driving test. great times
Classic rock.
Don't have it in me to listen to a whole album. Singles are good
It can get repetitive but this was a fun album. Second half is a bit meh though.
Sentita una le hai sentite tutte ma carino. Molto più gradevole di Back in Black
Quite good but the songs sound very similar to each other. They almost all have the same rhythms, so it can be a bit boring but still quite a good album.
Highway to Hell Girls Got Rhythm Walk All Over You Touch Too Much If You Want Blood (You Got It)
2nd in row?
All started to feel like the same song
Hm
Repetitive but fun!
Just a grand ol’ time
Enjoyed this a lil more than I thought! It’s fun! This list has been super populated with hard rock!
Thought I was going to like this a lot more! Fun enough!
kinda famously one of those bands that I love to hate - i was shocked that i enjoyed this as much as i did - it was really fun as far as the 'hard rock' genre goes (which i am seriously starting to dislike due to this list)
The best opening song for an rock album ever. All songs are alike but all are awesome. This is a staple in any rock collection probably top 10 album ever. Very fresh amd different for the time.
"We're young, we're dumb, we're full of cum, and WE'RE READY TO ROCK!" Is what I imagine these guys said when they sat down to record it. I know it's supposed to be a cornerstone of rock history but it doesn't really do it for me. Yeah, they're talented, a lot of musicians on this list are. I don't think they were anything more than a bunch of fuckboys who didn't add anything meaningful to the genre...still fun though.
We get it... you've made your intentions clear. Over and over again. 10 songs and 42 minutes of basically the same thing. With the exception of the last track. Which was only slightly different. Not my taste.
AC/DC man, a band that’s aged like milk on a radiator.
A bit much for a while album, but still a lot of fun.
I'm familiar with all the AC/DC singles, but the only songs I knew going into this one were Highway to Hell and Shot Down in Flames. Honestly this could have been the only album they ever released; it's got everything that made AC/DC AC/DC. Night Crawler seemed a bit problematic though.
Just good old-fashioned rock, adrenaline pumping stuff. Does get a bit samey listening to a whole album of it, but it's nigh impossible to stop one's head banging along to the drums.
It's AC/DC, what else could you expect?
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO. THEY LOOK LIKE LITTLE GOBLIN SLEEP PARALYSIS MONSTERS. they look so inbred. free me highway to hell- :I 😐. 2 girls got rhythm- 3 walk all over you- 2. so sleepy. im not even making it halfway through these songs for my own sanity touch too much- 4 beating around the bush- had to stop the song to watch trainspotting youtube shorts in order to calm down shot down in flames- stop. 4 or 5 get it hot- 2 if you want blood- :( thats me having to hear this. 2 love hungry man- enough. 3 night prowler- i refuse they shouldve faced time for this album. i cant give you a zero so i give you a one
Surprised I only knew Highway to Hell from this album. It’s full of jams, not sure how they never made the radio or into pop culture.
**AC/DC's "Highway to Hell" (1979): An In-Depth Review** **Introduction** "Highway to Hell" is AC/DC's sixth studio album and marks a pivotal moment in the band’s career. Released on July 27, 1979, it was the last album to feature lead vocalist Bon Scott before his tragic death in February 1980. The album is often hailed as a quintessential hard rock record, encapsulating the raw energy and rebellious spirit of the genre. Produced by Mutt Lange, who was known for his meticulous approach to production, "Highway to Hell" saw the band achieving both critical and commercial success, setting the stage for their next monumental release, "Back in Black." **Lyrics** The lyrics on "Highway to Hell" reflect the rock 'n' roll lifestyle with a mix of hedonism, defiance, and dark humor. Bon Scott's lyrical style is direct, often playful, and loaded with double entendres. The title track, "Highway to Hell," is an anthem of rebellion, encapsulating the band's attitude towards their grueling touring schedule and their penchant for living on the edge. The lyrics, "No stop signs, speed limit / Nobody's gonna slow me down," convey a sense of unstoppable momentum and a refusal to conform. "Girls Got Rhythm" celebrates the allure of rock and roll women, a common theme in AC/DC’s catalog, while "Shot Down in Flames" tells the story of rejection with a tongue-in-cheek bravado. "If You Want Blood (You've Got It)" is another example of Scott’s ability to infuse violent imagery with a sense of swagger and humor, turning a phrase that might suggest gore into a declaration of the band’s commitment to giving their all on stage. However, beneath the surface of these party anthems lies a darker undercurrent. "Night Prowler," the closing track, is a slow, menacing song that builds an atmosphere of tension and danger. Although the song’s meaning has been subject to controversy, it exemplifies Scott's knack for storytelling and his ability to create vivid, unsettling images through lyrics. **Music** Musically, "Highway to Hell" is a culmination of AC/DC’s evolution from raw blues-based rock to a more polished and cohesive sound. The album is defined by its powerful riffs, tight rhythm section, and catchy, anthemic choruses. The title track "Highway to Hell" opens with one of the most iconic riffs in rock history, played by Angus Young. The simplicity of the riff, combined with its relentless drive, makes it instantly memorable. Malcolm Young's rhythm guitar work provides the backbone of the song, locking in perfectly with the solid, no-frills drumming of Phil Rudd and the pulsing bass of Cliff Williams. "Girls Got Rhythm" features a more upbeat and swinging groove, showcasing the band's ability to incorporate different rhythmic feels while maintaining their signature sound. The interplay between Angus and Malcolm Young's guitars is particularly effective here, with tight, interlocking riffs that create a propulsive energy. "Touch Too Much" is one of the most melodically driven tracks on the album, with a catchy chorus that hints at a more pop-oriented approach without sacrificing the band's hard edge. "Beating Around the Bush" is a high-octane rocker that highlights Angus Young’s guitar prowess, with rapid-fire riffs and blistering solos that are a staple of AC/DC’s style. The album's closer, "Night Prowler," is a departure from the high-energy rockers that precede it, slowing things down to a sinister crawl. The song's atmosphere is thick with tension, largely due to the ominous riff and Scott's eerie vocal delivery, creating a sense of impending doom. **Production** The production on "Highway to Hell" marked a significant shift for AC/DC. Mutt Lange, who was brought in to produce the album, pushed the band towards a cleaner, more polished sound compared to their earlier records. Lange’s meticulous approach to recording and his insistence on multiple takes resulted in an album that is sonically crisp and well-balanced. One of Lange’s major contributions was his emphasis on vocal harmonies and backing vocals, which are more prominent on "Highway to Hell" than on previous AC/DC albums. This can be heard on tracks like "Touch Too Much" and "Shot Down in Flames," where the choruses are bolstered by layers of harmonized vocals, adding a new dimension to the band’s sound. The guitar tones on the album are sharp and cutting, with Angus Young’s lead guitar sitting prominently in the mix without overpowering the other elements. The rhythm section is tight and punchy, with Rudd’s drumming providing a solid foundation that drives the songs forward. Lange also ensured that the bass was clearly audible, giving the album a fuller sound compared to the band’s earlier, more raw recordings. However, some critics argue that the polished production took away some of the raw energy that characterized AC/DC’s previous albums. While the cleaner sound helped the band reach a wider audience, it also marked a departure from the rougher, more spontaneous feel of their earlier work. **Themes** Thematically, "Highway to Hell" explores the dichotomy of the rock 'n' roll lifestyle—the thrill of living on the edge and the inherent dangers that come with it. The album title itself suggests a journey towards self-destruction, a recurring theme in rock music that AC/DC tackles with both bravado and a sense of irony. Songs like "Highway to Hell" and "Shot Down in Flames" embody the band's rebellious spirit, celebrating the highs and lows of a life lived without constraints. The title track, in particular, has become an anthem of defiance, symbolizing a rejection of authority and an embrace of freedom, no matter the cost. On the other hand, tracks like "Night Prowler" delve into darker, more unsettling territory, reflecting the potential dangers lurking within this hedonistic lifestyle. The song's eerie atmosphere and ominous lyrics contrast sharply with the more upbeat, party-oriented tracks on the album, hinting at the darker side of the band's otherwise celebratory approach to rock 'n' roll. "Highway to Hell" also touches on themes of lust and desire, with songs like "Girls Got Rhythm" and "Touch Too Much" exploring the band's fascination with women and the sexual undertones that are a staple of rock music. While these themes are presented with a sense of humor and tongue-in-cheek bravado, they also reflect the band's unapologetic embrace of the excesses associated with their lifestyle. **Influence** "Highway to Hell" had a profound influence on the rock and metal scenes of the 1980s and beyond. The album’s combination of catchy, riff-driven songs and larger-than-life anthems set a template that countless bands would follow. AC/DC’s ability to blend raw power with a sense of melody and accessibility made "Highway to Hell" a crossover success, appealing to both hard rock fans and mainstream audiences. The title track has become one of AC/DC’s most enduring songs, covered by numerous artists across different genres and featured in countless films, commercials, and sporting events. The album's influence can be seen in the work of bands like Guns N’ Roses, Metallica, and Mötley Crüe, who have all cited AC/DC as a major influence on their music. The production style of "Highway to Hell" also left a lasting impact, particularly in the way it balanced raw power with commercial appeal. Mutt Lange’s work on this album set the stage for his future success with bands like Def Leppard, where he further refined the blend of hard rock and pop sensibilities. **Pros of "Highway to Hell"** 1. **Iconic Songs:** The album features some of AC/DC’s most recognizable tracks, including "Highway to Hell," which has become a rock anthem. 2. **Strong Musicianship:** The album showcases the band's tight musicianship, with standout performances from each member, particularly Angus Young’s guitar work and Bon Scott’s charismatic vocals. 3. **Cohesive Sound:** The production by Mutt Lange brings a level of polish and cohesiveness that enhances the overall impact of the songs, making them more accessible without losing their edge. 4. **Catchy and Memorable:** The album is filled with catchy riffs, memorable choruses, and infectious energy that makes it engaging from start to finish. 5. **Influential:** "Highway to Hell" has had a lasting impact on the rock genre, influencing countless bands and shaping the sound of rock and metal in the 1980s and beyond. **Cons of "Highway to Hell"** 1. **Polished Production:** While the production is often seen as a strength, some fans of the band’s earlier work may feel that the album is too polished, losing some of the raw energy that characterized AC/DC’s earlier albums. 2. **Lack of Diversity:** The album sticks closely to the band’s established formula of hard-hitting rock songs, with little variation in style or tempo. This can make the album feel somewhat repetitive, especially for listeners seeking more musical diversity. 3. **Lyrical Simplicity:** The lyrics, while effective for the genre, are often simplistic and focused on themes of rebellion, lust, and the rock 'n' roll lifestyle. This lack of depth may be a drawback for listeners looking for more complex or introspective lyrics. **Conclusion** "Highway to Hell" stands as a landmark album in AC/DC’s career and in the history of rock music. It captures the band at the peak of their powers, delivering a set of songs that are both powerful and accessible. The album’s combination of iconic riffs, memorable lyrics, and polished production helped AC/DC break through to a wider audience and set the stage for their future success. While some critics may point to the album's polished production and lyrical simplicity as potential drawbacks, these elements also contribute to its enduring appeal. "Highway to Hell" remains a defining moment in the band’s discography, encapsulating the spirit of rock 'n' roll in a way that few albums have. Its influence continues to resonate, making it a timeless classic that has earned its place in the pantheon of rock music.
Wicked, sly, rocking hard. Malcolm was the beating heart of this band, with Bon the dangerously charming front man. The big hits still stand out, but even tracks like "Night Prowler" are always good to hear if they pop up on radio.
Once I saw Mutt Lange produced this, I knew I was in for a treat. What I didn't know was everything about it would remind me of Def Leopard's Pyromania. "Touch Too Much" LITERALLY sounded like Def Leppard. Was surprised by how relatively dry everything sounded, especially the drums. The song sequence reminded me of Mammoth WVH. All of the songs are great, but as an album, I wish there was a little more variety instead of just one banger after another. That being said, they are ALL BANGERS, the album is short and sweet, and the closer "Night Prowler" mixed it up enough that I felt more than satisfied by the end.
Starts out strong but gets a little repetitive - meh after a while. Not their best effort.
Oh man, I've been an AC/DC fan for decades, but I've never actually tried to listen to a full album of theirs from beginning to end. And now that I have, I kinda can't get through it? It's a strange sensation, liking every song individually, just not one after the other.
Mostly forgettable straight forward rock music. I get why at least one AC/DC album is on here, they are an institution in rock and roll music. I like a lot of their songs, but an entire album was too much. They are great at what they do, but for me they’re a greatest hits band with a few deep cuts that are worth checking out. Overall what I expected, a few gems with a lot of filler.
The guitar playing is great, not a fan of the vocal screeching. The songwriting is mediocre at best.
This album rocks. I expected it to feel corny or boring, but it didn’t. It’s a ton of fun. It’s straight ahead sex drugs and rock and roll music. It reminds me of Boston at times and punk rock at other times. It rocks. 3.6
Excellent classic hard rock. Love the Bon Scott version of AC/DC. Brian Johnson's screeching tends to annoy.
It's all pretty much the same thing
It's a nice album, and 'Highway to Hell' is pretty timeless even though I've heard it _a lot_ in my time. The rest of the album is serviceable but blends together a bit for me with very little standing out to me as specially good. That's not to say the music is bad in any way and I generally enjoyed listening to it. It just didn't make me stop and pay attention, or pull me in much other than the title track Standouts Highway to Hell 3/5
Every ac/dc Album is a 3
Vraiment bien, mais il manque des pistes vraiment iconiques.
3.75
Really good album. AC/DC is the first band I think of when I think of classic rock. Bon Scott’s voice makes me want to stick my tongue out and just fuckin’ rock.
Really enjoyed this throughout, my favorite is obviously the title song but I was actually impressed the other songs held up.
If you like ac/dc you have to like this. 3.5
Solid album, no skips but its nothing extraordinarily outstanding. All great songs and it has a very relentless feel like you would expect from AC/DC. I love especially how Highway to Hell and Walk All Over You set the rebellious tone for the rest of the album.
AC/DC were an Australian band that made guitar based hard rock, with a near-scream vocal style that typical of hard rock and metal. For Highway to Hell, these vocals were belted by Bon Scott, who died not long after the recording of this album. The band had many iterations and line-up changes in the course of their career, but maintained a consistent sound. Highway to Hell was the band's fifth album, and the one that made them into international stars. These are simple, potent songs, from a band that found a very successful formula. While very commercially successful, the songs all sound very similar, and are not particularly interesting.
Man that guy can bellow
Classic rock with the same song playing again and again. Meaning of cool.
7/10
Same-y but good!
every single song this band makes sounds exactly the same.
As much as I don't love ACDC, all the songs are pretty catchy.
Yesssss yessssss…! Play the riff and shout the chorus! Yessssss
blah blah blah. Couple ok ones but man they had boring material and his voice is like nails on a chalkboard after a while
Soo-ooo boring. Brian Johnson's vocals are abysmal too.
Loved it!!!!!!!
Am absolute classic rock album. Set an era on its tracks that rolled down the rails with power and influence.
Just sounds the same. Singer's voice becomes grating after too long
Leimallisinta AC/DC:tä ja parasta varmaan siinä mielessä, että joka biisi ei kuulosta ihan samalta. Joo! Ihan hyvä. Rullaa menemään. Positiivinen yllätys.
Mutt Langen mielestä levyn paras veto on Touch Too Me - mitä merkitsee, että en välttämättä ole eri mieltä? Tärkein vetonaula on kuitenkin vokalisti itse, jonka karhea kurkku kompensoi hänen kiusallisen likaista mieltään. Musiikillisesti materiaalin taso kulkee aina nimikappaleen monumentaalisuudesta Shot Down in Flamesin puhtaaseen geneerisyyteen. Kokonaisuus pelaa omassa konseptuaalisessa (vai tarkoitanko konseptittomassa) kontekstissaan, pari biisiä myös itsenäisesti. 3,5
Class act
Highway to Hell Night Prowler Last album with singer Bon Scott
Highway to Hell Touch Too Much If You Want Blood
Masterpiece of a rock album
Great album. Classic, definitely worth having in the collection
I have a soft spot for this sound and gritty vocals especially on the well known ones like Highway to Hell. Night Prowler was also fun. All in all good exemplary album for the genre. 3.5
Boomer ahh music.
Highway to hell for sure!
Titke track was it for me
Classic!
just all round a great alb0um
Band is lame tbh
I would give this 4 1/2 stars, and this would be my favorite AC/DC album. Some has to do with it being Bon Scott’s last album. Another is the production by Mutt Lange. I use a couple of theses songs consistently as reference tracks when mixing rock. Maybe there could be more bass? Other than that, Lange’s techniques have been held close to the vest, and appreciate the production on such a great band and album.
kind of ass i dont like acdc 3/5
El último gran álbum de la banda junto al mítico Bon Scott, cerrando la primera y mejor etapa creativa de los australianos. Sin duda, “Highway to hell” coronó con un estruendoso rayo a la banda, cimentándolos como la banda de hard rock más potente y única del mundo, hasta el día de hoy.
every song sounds the same
Perfection. No better road trip album.
Не нравится
Back to Back AC/DC albums kinda makes you have to pick a favorite.....this one came in second.
It’s insane to me that this is AC/DC’s 6th album. What the hell were they doing before this. Clearly this is where they found their sound. Highway To Hell is an impressive opening and over the album is good. Huge riffs, Touch too much is great, so is If You Want Blood but it’s all a bit repetitive 7.2/10
Not their best - but top 3 for sure.
This sounds like sparkles singing the whole time but worse
As much as I do enjoy their energy, and also Highway to Hell as a song itself, I need more mental stimulation than 10 songs that sound almost the same. This is a very common issue I have with these lads.
Classic AC⚡️DC
Great rock album
My conscious knowledge of this band boils down to this album's title track and Hell's Bells and hitting Play, I expected an affirmation that I don't need to know anything else. I stand corrected. I did have some proper fun realizing how AC/DC is stunningly good at what AC/DC is doing. But ultimately, beyond my appreciation for them being that, it's still not quite for me.
I thought this was gonna be so cool! Guess the songs I sorta like that sound just like these songs are on a different album though.
The hits are great the rest is good. They have better albums tho
non vorrei pensarla così, ma a parte la prima che parte col botto, mi paiono tutte piacevoli, ma tutte uguali. 3 politico da average album rock.
Rieccoli i nostri amici insospettabilmente australiani. Che dire? Highway to Hell (la canzone) è iconica; il resto dell’album è carino. Mi piace molto il rock, ma credo che questo tipo di rock non sia il mio tipo di rock. Nel senso che lo ascolto volentieri, ma non mi ci strapperei i capelli, ecco. Però probabilmente ho preferito questo album a Back in Black, e di questo bisogna dare atto.
Sentita una le hai sentite tutte ma carino. Molto più gradevole di Back in Black
I've never actually sat down and listened to this album before. All the jokes about their songs sounding the same are true. Extremely mid. I'm honestly not even sure why they're still popular decades later. Not even mid, pretty bad and stupid.
Mid.
- AC/DC is fairly essential party rock music. And the title track is a fun romp. However, almost all of the other tracks have the same structure and style as that one and they so not compare. - "Night Prowler" was a nice change of pace.
Had never listened to the entire album before. Thoroughly enjoyed it...but a bit too repetitive at times.
Never listened to the album. Solid rock album. No duds, and one classic. The rest is good but nothing eye-opening. A couple of Spın̈al Tap moments sprinkled in, as well. "A body of Venus with arms."
Highlights: Highway to Hell, Girls Got Rhythm Leave Em's: Get It Hot Overall Thoughts: Without having the benefit of hearing the rest of AC/DC's discography, I feel that this album finds a sweet spot for the rock band. You can tell that they are very confident in the product after several years and albums, but it is not quite as polished yet as some of their hits from later years. The album is top heavy with most of the songs that I enjoyed most at the top of the track list but there were really no unenjoyable songs. It is refreshing to hear AC/DC music that isn't their mainstream hits that have been overplayed for nearly fifty years now. Score Breakdown: 3.790 & 5 -> 4.395
No not my cup of tea
i'm on a highway nur das eine Lied hat schon so manche Party in Schwung gebracht
Embarrassed that I enjoyed this more than I thought I would. Just solid classic rock. That last song was so fucking uncomfortable, though.
Walk all over you es la Unica canción que destacó. Siempre se me ha hecho bastante monótono AC/DC . A veces siento que suenan igual e innovar en un género como el hard rock no es fácil. El álbum no se me hizo aburrido pero difícil destacar.
3/5. Loud and in your face, this album really drives home the fact that you can't ever be too loud. Every instrument and vocal is turned up to 11, impossible to listen to this quietly. I gotta respect that. And despite the screaming vocals, they are still fairly clear and understandable, something many bands fail at. Is this a good album, kind of. Some great fun songs, some repetitive rockers, a fine line between them. Best Song: Highway To Hell, Touch Too Much, Night Prowler (hopefully not controversial for what I read about it lol)
junouotitis
Gotta love AC/DC, they found a formula and stuck with it, that being said, if you've heard one you've heard 'em all. Some nostalgia points but one of the major classic rock bands that I could live without being in heavy rotation.
A never aging classic
The Only Gig I have ever walked out of! AC/DC at the Rainbow....To be fair the only reason I was there was because ex Mott the Hoople members were supporting as the British Lions!
Не буду оригинальным в заявлении, что все эти песни звучат абсолютно одинаково. Я никогда не был большим любителем AC/DC, это тоже правда. Альбом норм, но даже при небольших сорока минутах ощущается затянутым. Лучшая песня - Touch Too Much.
The title track is an all time classic, and that’s all you need to get AC/DC of this period. All the other tracks are very similar in sound. It’s not necessarily bad. AC/DC is a goated band for a reason, but I prefer Back in Black over this one. The only other interesting thing here is the unfortunate connection to Richard Ramirez.
god i love the 70s
It’s was better than I expected , I saved the album for future listening.
Good AC/DC album. If you like AC/DC, you'll like it.
I was pleasantly surprised by this album. I'm sure I've heard a lot of the tracks before, but they'd never stood out, and while this isn't a genre I really love, I think of this as a surprisingly strong exemplar. + Very tight arrangements, without _too_ much guitar wankery + Every time I listened to this, I caught myself tapping my toes or bobbing my head along + More bluesy than I had remembered from the band, particular Night Prowler - Not a lot of variety; most of the songs sound pretty similar to each other, though there's enough solid production to find things to enjoy even if they don't sound _that_ different - A little goes a long way, and I can't imagine listening to this on repeat I'd call this a 3.5, but I was expecting less so will round up. Would listen again, though probably only in certain moods.
A classic. Some of its songs have been overused by the industry (movies, tv shows etc.) though.
Some classics and good riffs. It sort of all becomes the same at the end, but it's still good.
Ein Klassiker. Hard Rock. Und das zwei Tage nachdem ACDC in München gespielt hat. Aber so richtig das Meine wird das eben doch nicht.
I feel like I was on a highway to hell listening to this album.
Better than I expected.
Good constant rock, maybe slightly one nited
AC/DC are very good at what they do, and never deviate from the formula. Enjoyable in small doses Strong 3 but cant quite give it a 4
Wild that for how popular the song highway to hell was. I thought most the other tracks were better than that joint. I'm into the energy of this one.
Genre-defining sound of 60s and 70s rock. The rest of the songs carry the same distortion and sustain-filled guitar riffs that the title track is known for. Found some new goodies like, “Touch Too Much” and “If You Want Blood (You Got It)”
It’s a classic. Classic rock isn’t 100% my thing though.
pretty good.
groaned when I saw this but honestly much better than I expected. last track was my favourite I think.
#246. I knew this day was coming, and yet I was hoping anyway that it wouldn't. I listened to this album to keep with the spirit of this whole thing, but I already knew it was going to be terrible, and as I suspected, it was terrible. 2/5: garbage Song added to playlist: Highway To Hell I've created a playlist on Spotify that consists of the best and/or my favorite song from each of the albums in this book. This list can be found here if you are interested: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7MAXDGLWlwLkFLb8veGfkA?si=FqkQQPgZTFWG0jAUJXLFZA&utm_source=copy-link
If you think every AC/DC song sounds the same, you’re not actively listening to AC/DC. Sure, there’s a blues-based branding to their vision for hard rock. Though potentially adolescent, Highway to Hell shows sonic diversity and a real knack for a chorus. You can’t tell me that the title track and “Touch Too Much” sound the same or that those hooks aren’t independently recognizable. Especially on its back half, with songs like “Love Hungry Man” and “Night Prowler,” there is room for a different presentation. On top of this, the playing is so cool; AC/DC isn’t a “flash” band, but a “flourish” band, and you can hear those flourishes all throughout this record. And look, I would never say that AC/DC are a flawless band. Sometimes they get too bluesy for me, like “Beating Around the Bush,” or even speed past the song before it can have time to breathe, like “Get It Hot.” But I would almost always defend AC/DC. I could see an argument that they are a singles band (because a Greatest Hits puts their talents right at the forefront), but I’d be damned if you tried to argue that almost every AC/DC album from High Voltage through For Those About to Rock isn’t a solid, true blue, 8/10 across the board, at the very least. And maybe that’s because I support whatever AC/DC is selling, and I stand by their whole vibe, but these are just great hard rock albums. Especially with Bon Scott, whose charisma carries his performance, and is only enhanced by the impeccable recording on this particular album Just because it’s a cheeseburger doesn’t mean that every cheeseburger isn’t unique, y’know? And Highway to Hell is a damn good cheeseburger, motherfucker!
For having distilled a sound and swagger and a highschool level lyric ability this is a must to listen to. But do you need to listen to all their albums when any one will generally do?
High energy Aussie rock. Well made album, makes me want to jump up and down in a mosh pit.
i can see why it holds a place in peoples hearts. i'm not the biggest fan of rock like this, but i was still swingin hips
What's not to absolutely adore about this from start to finish.
Moderately entertaining.
Favorite Tracks: Highway to Hell Girls Got Rhythm Night Prowler
Having more than one AC/DC album on this list seems redundant
Title track is a banger, but the others are fine.
Just not my sound
i never listened to ac/dc in middle school so this music really hasn't resonated with me. it's funny to me that the only song on this album i knew ahead of time was the title track and, quite frankly, it's the lamest song on here. the rest of the album really doesn't do it for me a whole lot. solid enough hard rock. the sound is better than i feel the songs are. just really makes me feel like music a middle schooler would like. ah well, i gave it a shot.
5 stars. maybe 6.
Very old school loved it, rocky loud mentally nice
Always a good listen.
2-3 standout tracks, decent for its time and very influential, but a lot of very samey songs
Look. It's ACDC. We all know what this will sound like.
Classic
Rock in its purest form!! Love the flippant, single-brain cell stylings of AC/DC, and Bon Scott is definitely my preferred lead singer (no disrespect to the might Brian Johnson). Lots of cool variety on this record for the limited instrumentation. Finally a good record for working out!
Knew - and liked - the title track (ofc!). Rest wasn't too bad - might go back to in the future...
The title track, Shot Down in Flames, and If You Want Blood are the standouts for me. The rest is solid, but doesn’t reach the heights of those 3.
Straightforward, nothin’ but a good time rock ‘n’ roll. A fitting tribute for Bon Scott to bow out on.
There is absolutely no reason for 2 AC/DC albums to be on this list. Once you've heard one of their songs, you've heard them all.
same old same old
Meh
Fun album, not sure we need 2+ AC/DC albums on the list, but it was enjoyable.
It's so hard to hear AC/DC as music. Maybe when it came out it was different but it's such Marvel and grocery store rock now it feels paint by numbers. It has some fine technical moments but I don't feel I can give it a fair listen.
Not gonna go too deep on this one. It's rock and roll. It's rhythm and blues. Bon Scott's vocals are a well played instrument. It's dumb fun.
Eh, well known AC/DC
The best AC/DC album of the Bon Scott era for sure.
First time listening to a full album. Rather enjoyed it.
This album is only worth listening to when you're driving a cool car. 4/5 because it's not as bad as some albums and there are worse ones out there.
From the opening riffs of track one, AC/DC were finally impossible to ignore and although tragedy was just around the corner, this is their landmark album. Dodgy lyrics aside ("Night Prowler" is particularly obnoxious), this is excellent stuff: solid rhythms, distinctive lead guitar and histrionic vocals. Nice, clean production, too.
Rock all over you, indeed.
It's AC/DC. It's fine. They all sound the same
fuggin classic. grew up heavy with ac/dc
Turns out I didn't hate AC/DC, I just hated Highway to Hell.
5/5
I think even the biggest AC/DC fan would have to agree that a lot of their songs sound very similar. And yet, if it ain’t broke, why fix it? This album is hard rock from front to back with those trademark vocals, crunchy groovy guitars, and simple drums. It just works. I really enjoyed this. I’m not sure if I’ve ever disliked an AC/DC song, but then again they all sound the same so how could I?
Takes me right back to high school!
Fun and energetic; the tracks blend together into something that sounds pretty uniform, but it’s all enjoyable enough. That said, it’s unlikely I’ll feel compelled to listen to the whole thing again. Rating is somewhere between 3 and 3.5.
This album is basically the definition of rock. It's great and all the songs work. The only issue is that it is missing something. There's nothing that makes it stand out compared to other rock albums. Even with that, this is an essential album.
Didn’t listen fully; some good songs
It's a classic and it means a lot to me.
Not my cuppa.
1 great Song. The rest made my ears tired.
I won’t be Beating Around the Bush with this review.
It’s not bad, just repetitive and bland. The classics are overplayed at this point, the rest just filler. I get why it’s on here, I just don’t care about it.
Is there a band that likes singing the name of their song over and over in the chorus like AC/DC? Highway to Hell (song) stands the test of time because it's the best song here. Once you've heard that, though, you've basically heard everything here. Anthem rock all the way and it's pretty boring for that, in my opinion. My favorite song that was new to me was Beating Around the Bush.
I think the rhythm guitar sounds better on this one than in Back in Black, & the Bon Scott era is better overall. but Highway to Hell doesn't have the Back in Black chord riff. music: hated. (⌐■_■)
All of the Bon era albums appear to have one or two big songs and then a bunch of filler. But even a filler early AC/DC song is gonna have a killer Malcolm riff. This one’s full of em. As a side note, even the nastiest AC/DC songs usually have a bit of charm/plausible deniability. Night Prowler probably the biggest exception. Hard to explain that one!
One of the best albums ever made.
A little one dimensional but not bad
4.5. Not as good as Back In Black but it's still pretty good.
Some good songs, but quite samey
Bangers
So many unknown bangers, but they do blend into one
Yes, all AC/DC songs sound the same. But it’s a great sound.
It is what it is
Classic AC/DC 3*
A low 4 just for fun.
You know I really tried going into this with an open mind considering how much I absolutely loathe the title track. I hate being dismissive but this is everything I hate about this era of hard rock. The riffs and playing are present, but they're utterly wasted on these monotonous and shallow excuses for hard rock songs. For one, I cannot stand these yelpy and shrieky vocals. This is a general gripe I have with this era of rock but they're extra intolerable here because of how shallow I find most of the writing to be. Except for maybe 'If You Want Blood (You've Got It)', the anthemic choruses are nothing to write home about either as they all stick to this very predictable sound and progression. I'll give the closing track 'Night Prowler' some credit, it's certainly more ambitious on both the structural and lyrical fronts. Lyrically it's a lot more sinister than most of the other affectionately written songs here. I don't know how to feel about it, but at least it's different and it grooves pretty hard in the second half. Again, the playing is good and the riffs are muddy and dirty as I'd expect out of this genre, but that's a minimum requirement to even be qualified as hard rock. What truly matters is how well you can expand on those rudimentary sounds and piece them together to make memorable songs; something this album fails horribly at for me. There's a distinct sound attached to AC/DC and it's one that I hope I don't have to listen to again for a long time. Even this album cover pisses me off.
Different singer and this band is great, but his voice grates on me and can only be listened to in small doses.
Kæmpe album. Det er en af de første møder jeg havde med dem da jeg spillede GTA godt 30 år efter det blev udgivet. 😅 Jeg nød det, og især at det var holdt kort.
Jeg har aldrig før bemærket hvilke ACDC sange der er med Bon Scott på vokal og hvilke der er med Brian Johnson. Ud over titlenummeret bryder jeg mig ikke særlig meget om vokalen på dette album. Der er backing sang på en del numre. Og så er riffs’ne for bløde. Rytmerne for kedelige. Highway to Hell (sangen) holder 100. Men resten af albummet var virkelig skidt.
"The body of Venus, with arms", haw haw, good one guys. 5/5 for the riffs but all told it's A Touch Too Much
It's been said that AC/DC has made one album but released it a dozen times. I tend to agree, but it's ok if that album is good. These albums are straightforward balls to the wall rock and there is certainly room for that in this world. Washing a Camaro to in my driveway while wearing ill fitting denim shorts and a tank top seems like a perfect time to listen to it, but playing it on a Friday afternoon will wrapping up for the week works, too.
The perfect album to blow out some speakers to. Miss you Jr
Yeah I mean it's acdc Blasted this one for Jr
Epic album. Being a rock fan I absolutely loved it and would love to have another listen.
Rather forgettable album. No track really stood out, it was basically all sounding the same.
Oh yes, classic Aussie rock, can't beat it
Loud rock. Not my favorite. 2 stars.
Fun fact - Highway to Hell is named after Canning Hwy which is close to where I live. I've driven on it countless times over the years. There's not much to say about this album and band that hasn't been said repeatedly by everyone else. But I can talk about the bogan culture that spawned this music. It's a culture of hard people, hard music, fast V8 cars and alcohol abuse. But it's also about having fun, mateship and tongue in cheek humor. Stemming from the 70's it still exists to this day. So put on your best black t shirt, grab your sheila, fire up the kinga, head down the Raffles and get maggoted carnt.
slay
I just to listen this all the time when I was younger, therefore 4/5!
It is interesting to compare the two "eras" of Acdc. Even though the whole vibe is pretty much the same across the board, the vocals have that distinction between the two.
Pure qua poco da dire, anche la copertina è meravigliosa.
Chock full of classic bangers but not enough variety to keep me engaged...
This is straightforward rock ‘n’ roll. I wasn’t really looking forward to this album. I mean how many times have I heard that song? But it turns out that I had completely forgotten how raw, powerful and energetic this band is. This is straightforward, 4/4 beats, low-effects guitar and no fancy harmonies; and IT WORKS! Throw in a dash of blues to taste and this album satisfies our Hunger for Rock! OY!
Not my thing, and i just dont like it, i never will. I like in Highway to Hell, the little pauses in the chords on the guitar. Hate the vocals so much. I think its bad. 2/5
Not a fan of the singles I had previously heard (classic rock not really my thing), but I enjoyed it more than I thought I would. Bon Scott's vocals massively preferable to Brian Johnson's for my money.
Bad bad and more bad
Awesome. Cock rock I was not expecting to like at all.
It's awesome and all but we don't need more than one AC/DC album on this list to get the gist. Hell, one song is probably more than enough.
first one is a banger but then they all sound the same after that
Super catchy songs. 4.0/5.0: Great
AC⚡️DC has two types of songs. Bangers. And then rock and roll songs that all sound alike. This album has 2 bangers right off the top. But then it just feels like an afternoon at Guitar Center for the rest of the album. Don’t get me wrong, I respect these guys a lot and spent many teen years playing and learning these songs. But they are a bit of a one trick pony. I think a greatest hits volume full of their bangers is the only path to a 5 star rating for AC⚡️DC in my eyes.
I love this record, second only to back in black. So much innuendo i was here for this as a pre-teen. I will say that i believe ac/dc is just a well disguised pop band. they played very familiar and basic keys and cord progressions. You could make an entire axis of awesome song using just ac/dc songs. If you made a band today with billy eilish singing and (insert todays hot producer) playing the same sheet music it would be 100% mainstream pop music. They were basically the Nicki Menaj of the late 70s - mid 80s. (90s ac/dc was a completely different band.)
We salute you, indeed.
okuu! 7/10
I've been to far worse places.
It's not just one song, it's variations on one song.
heck yeah
Good songs, lacks diversitet
Nothing really caught my attention
Day112 - obviously a great rock album i’m just not a big ac/dc guy
I can imagine myself being into this in 1979, putting this record on at a party. Soft warm lighting, brown/yellowish/reddish couches, shag carpeting, can’t you just feel that? This is an album that has great energy and is shiny enough for mass audiences. You can tell these guys worked at their craft. They are a tight and precise band. Mutt Lange polished things up even further for mass consumption. No wonder they took off. Add on the later connection to Richard Ramirez, the “Night stalker” and this album has now become immortal.
Hof level guitar
Not there best work, but maybe AC/DC's best album with Bon Scott. Solid all-rounder that embodies the band's sound and aesthetic.
epic clasic rock
Not really my thing
Very good classic hard rock.
Despite their obvious prominence, I’ve never viewed AC/DC in the same glowing light as some of the absolute best rock bands of the 1970s. And I think the same can be said for Highway To Hell compared to other prominent albums of the time. Being released in 1979, it feels like a record that was grasping as hard as it could to the waning zeitgeist that peaked several years beforehand. Good songwriting, grating vocalist (sorry Bryan), merely enjoyable.
This wasn't bad.
While music everywhere was evolving and transforming, we still had these guys to belt out tired riffs and cringy lyrics
Tony Hawk Pro skater nostalgie. Wel lekkere schreeuw herrie. Veel van hetzelfde beetje saai. Zou het niet nog een keer opzetten. En niet afgeluisterd.
dad. this is everything i remember it being. not that that is a bad thing necessarily. not entirely my jam but i don't want to claw my skin off lol
Classic rock and roll recording. This has been a favorite of mine for many years. When it comes to AC/DC, I prefer the Bon Scott-era of the band. Not to say they didn't have some pretty good releases following his death. Many people claim that all their songs sound the same. I disagree regarding the music produced in the earlier days of the band. They had a formulaic style, but the earlier music was much more rooted in the blues. Bon Scott's lyrics were well-crafted and tongue-in-cheek. I feel that this is somewhat lost in the music produced after his death. Although I would not call this album my favorite AC/DC record which I would say is, "Powerage", this is probably the runner-up. Favorite song: "Walk All Over You" Least Favorite: "Love Hungary Man"
What more could you want? Angus’s fine line between blues licks and rock. Malcom’s impeccable rhythm. A bass and drum in the pocket. Bon Scott with some killer lyrics.
el de la izquierda tiene cádaveres en su sotano y el cantante a pesar de la voz de fumarse los ducados de 3 en 3 es fruity como él solo. Rarito el grupo, se volvieron comerciales, salven la campana, diablos mi culo es mio (referencia a Isi/Disi)
Overrated. Full stop.
Ну это хорошо, это мы знаем, едем дальше
This album rocks, there's not much else to say.
I remember growing up playing Star Wars Battlefront while listening to AC/DC. Album still rocks.
There's a famous Angus Young quote - "I'm sick to death of people saying we've made 11 albums that sound exactly the same. In fact, we have made 12 albums that sound exactly the same." The good news is, I'm a huge AC/DC fan, so by that logic, I love everything they have ever done. Jokes aside, love 'em or hate 'em, AC/DC is as consistent as they come. But, there's something special about the Bon Scott era - and this is my 2nd favorite Bon Scott album (behind Powerage). A biased rating, but this is an undisputed 5 stars for me.
Classic AC/DC album. All sounds the same but it’s rockin
From the founding fathers of Hard Rock comes Highway to Hell. While not chock full of the hits you come to recognize from AC/DC besides the title track, this album is chock full of sleepers. 3/5.
This is our first repeat album and the last one of theirs I ranked quite favorably, so let’s see what we’ve got here. Girls got rhythm - head banging jam Walk all over you - I was liking the song and then the unexpectedly sick guitar solo made me like it even more The second half of the album was pretty monotonous which brought it down for me.
There are some good moments (second half of Night Prowler) but as a whole it's a repetitive album without much to say. Favorite track: Walk All Over You
Was kann man noch über diesen Klassiker schreiben? Jede Nummer ein Meisterwerk, und doch klingt es unbekümmert, frech, verspielt und musikalisch auf höchstem Niveau. Zeitlos rockig. Ganz einfach schön.
AC/DC reminds me of my friend, Max. He has a tattoo that says “live free or die,” drinks a case of beer a night, and works on old cars in his spare time. He made me laugh a lot, but I don’t see him as much as I used to. Listening to this album today made me happy. Cheers, Maxie!
Solid rock n roll. Some great riffs. Girl got rhythm is my fave.
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The album should be retitled Highway to Hell and a waste of time.
mondane
I don’t have much time or mental energy to write this review, but I will say that while I understand why this album was such a big deal, it’s just not for me.
Classic album from a classic band
Generally enjoyable cookie cutter hard rock but it does start to feel a bit generic and samey by the end. Would be interested to hear the odd change of pace but not really their thing I guess.
This has potential to change- it SERIOUSLY depends on the tone/mood of a day.
every single song was the same. they were all good, but all the same
The title track is obviously just iconic. After that the tracks kind of just whirred by. I enjoyed touch too much but apart from that THIS SHIT WAS BORING. Either a 2 or a 3 I’ll see how generous I feel in the morning
- classic bangers. love the guitar. -
4 yeah they all sound the same but it’s still good
I can tell this is probably going to be a fan favourite, but it really doesn't work for me for a few reasons. I understand it's meant to be a bit of fun, and the playing is actually quite decent for 1979, with a few nice recording flourishes. I understand entirely why it is here and deserves to be on this list. It falls down for me on everything to do with the vocals - the most important part of any music to me. The lyrics are a joke, or downright terrible. The constant scratchy falsetto is just ridiculous. It's far from the worst thing I've had to listen to on this god forsaken list.
Just pure, catchy, toe-tapping rock and roll. It’s not exactly complex but who cares? AC/DC has always been primal, below the belt kind of stuff. Malcolm Young’s guitar holds down the riff while Angus is given the freedom to explore the solos. And the drummer NEVER plays a fill, just holds down the beat. The result is a simple, stripped down sound that just gets in your head.
Very hard to hear with fresh ears. Consistent sounds and attitude, and I would have loved it had I not heard so many of these songs a billion times. I don't need to hear AC/DC again
Same old familiar stuff. The opening title track is so familiar, overexposed. "Night Prowler" is a decent creepy song.
Its acdc. You already know what you’re gonna get. It’s good, but it’s not something I’d put on
Can all sound a bit repetitive but it still rocks!
While they do have some bangers, like the title track here, I find a lot of their songs are cut from the same cloth. And the cloth is a fairly boring cloth.
I couldn't believe how much I enjoyed this, frankly. And couldn't tell you why this was so fun and tasteful compared with my thoughts on, say, Van Halen of this same era. There's just a pure raw energy that makes Highway to Hell feel more like a last gasp of the classic rock era than a 1980s xerox of such. Maybe this can be attributed to the band's Australian origins where pub rock—a harder, more aggressive take on rock and roll—had been boiling-over half a decade prior to AC/DC's explosion on the scene in the mid-70s. Favorite songs are "Beating Around the Bush" and "If You Want Blood." And talk about an album opener. The guitar tones are so good. A little repetitive and silly on the weaker tracks though.
Kind of controversial but I enjoyed this more than Back In Black. Felt like they were more confident, mature, really solid on this record, maybe it’s just my perception but it feels like this band has grown up. More badass? also like this MUCH more than most bands doing this thing around this time. We’ve had Guns N Roses and Aerosmith, and while those were memorable they kind of rolled off me. This is more focused but more sure of itself? Really good. Never gonna be totally 100% for me, but I respect the hell out of this. 3/5
not bad
Breezy listen that didn't leave much of an impression
It's AC/DC, how couldn't you love it?
Enjoyed this album slightly less than Back in Black which I got last week, but it's still a 5/5 for me.
Lots of good fun, rocks hard, kicks ass etc etc But yeah, not much difference song to song. It's a classic, but kind of how lots of westerns are classics
After Back In Black definitely the greatest AC/DC album
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Not for me
Blind album cause I've never actually listened to it.Beginning to end. Damn it was a good ride
It's AC/DC. You know what you're getting, but there's definitely some riffs here. Touch Too Much is a nice one, and Beating Around the Bush has some good leads. The closer Night Prowler slows it down which helps. I don't know. Maybe trying to break this down song by song is missing the point.
When I was a teenager I would have given this a 5. It's not that the music has aged badly. It's that I have.