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AC/DC’s 16 Studio Albums Ranked—Bon Scott vs. Brian Johnson, Back in Black vs. Everything Else
AC/DC are the undisputed kings of rock ‘n’ roll, but which studio album reigns supreme? From High Voltage (1975) to Power Up (2020), we’ve got 16 bangers to choose from—no live albums here, just pure studio magic. Is it Bon Scott‘s raw energy on High Voltage or Brian Johnson‘s thunder on Back in Black? The Highway to Hell swagger or Power Up‘s tribute to Malcolm Young? Vote in our poll below and settle the debate once and for all. Tell us your pick and why in the comments—did Angus Young‘s schoolboy antics steal the show?
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Quick AC/DC Studio Album Guide
Before voting, here’s a rundown of the 16 studio albums (1975-2020), with key highlights and why they might be the best:
- High Voltage (1975) – Bon Scott’s debut; raw Australian energy with “It’s a Long Way to the Top (If You Wanna Rock ‘n’ Roll).”
- T.N.T. (1975) – Australian powerhouse; “T.N.T.” and “High Voltage” define early chaos.
- High Voltage (1976) – International debut; polished “High Voltage” and “Rock ‘n’ Roll Singer.”
- Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap (1976) – Title track’s outlaw vibe; Bon’s cheeky lyrics shine.
- Let There Be Rock (1977) – Title epic clocks in at 6 minutes; pure riff worship.
- Powerage (1978) – Underrated gem; “Riff Raff” and “Sin City” showcase songwriting depth.
- Highway to Hell (1979) – Title track’s anthemic glory; Bon’s peak with “Girls Got Rhythm.”
- Back in Black (1980) – Brian Johnson’s debut; 50M+ sales, “Hells Bells” opener iconic.
- For Those About to Rock We Salute You (1981) – Cannon salute closer; “You Shook Me All Night Long.”
- Flick of the Switch (1983) – Raw production; “Nervous Shakedown” a fan favorite.
- Fly on the Wall (1985) – Edgy ’80s sound; “Shake Your Foundations” grooves hard.
- Who Made Who (1986) – Soundtrack album; “Who Made Who” and “You Shook Me All Night Long (Live).”
- The Razors Edge (1990) – “Thunderstruck” opener; “Are You Ready” a rally cry.
- Ballbreaker (1995) – Back-to-basics; “Hard as a Rock” and “Cover You in Oil.”
- Stiff Upper Lip (2000) – Aussie return; “Stiff Upper Lip” nods to roots.
- Power Up (2020) – Malcolm tribute; “Realize” and “Shot in the Dark” feel timeless.
A Brief History of AC/DC: From Scotland to Stadiums
AC/DC started in Scotland with brothers Angus and Malcolm Young (born 1955 and 1953), who moved to Australia in 1963. The band formed in Sydney, 1973, with Bon Scott (Australian, born 1946) on vocals after Dave Evans. High Voltage (1975) launched them, blending blues rock with high-energy riffs. Bon’s death in 1980 led to Brian Johnson (from Gateshead, UK, born 1947) joining for Back in Black—the best-selling album ever by a hard rock band (50M+ copies). Malcolm retired in 2014 due to dementia, replaced by nephew Stevie Young. Power Up (2020) honored Malcolm, hitting #1 in 21 countries. With 150 million albums sold, AC/DC remain timeless—Angus‘ schoolboy uniform is as iconic as their sound.
Why Fans Love These Albums: Your Thoughts?
Highway to Hell captures Bon’s wild spirit, while Power Up feels like a family tribute. Back in Black is the gateway drug for millions. What’s your pick? Drop your vote and comments below—did Bon Scott or Brian Johnson edge it for you?
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Why no powerage album on list of AC/DC greatest ????
This has been added.
Hihgway to Hell is the album that opened for AC/DC worldwide audience. Sudenly band was recognice
every where as superstar. And specially vocal of Bone Scott which was the seal of his career with the band, unfortunately, prematurely interrupted by his death. No doubt next album is also great and probably bigger comercialy succes, but as a whole HTH it’s a bit better for me, more melodic and more friendly if i may say so. Of course, my assessment is certainly subjective. Maybe someone will say that High Voltage or Let there be rock.,, Certainly formula AC/DC will remain in the history of rock music as one of the most recognizable and exciting.