AC/DC - Power Up
The Power Only Goes One Way
Written by: Jimmy Wah - Sense Music Media
AC/DC are set to release their 17th studio album POWER UP on the 13th November 2020 through Columbia Records/Sony Music Australia. After 47 years of rocking the world with their iconic sound and over 200 million records sold worldwide, this marks their first new music since the departure of Malcolm Young in 2014. As the renowned co-founder, guitarist and song writer of AC/DC; Malcolm walked away from playing in the band due to health reasons and sadly passed in 2017.
AC/DC could be forgiven for hanging up their boots with such a monumental loss but as nearly 50 years of stage, lights and monumental rock has proven; the power only goes one way.
Pictured: Cliff Williams, Phil Rudd, Angus Young, Brian Johnson + Stevie Young - AC/DC
The band has continued to generate their fierce energy with the lineup of Angus Young [lead guitar], Brian Johnson [lead vocals], Cliff Williams [bass guitar], Phil Rudd [drums], and Stevie Young [rhythm guitar] since the loss of Malcolm. After lighting up stages and filling stadiums with the refined chaos of their live sound and supportive crew, the band have reunited with producer Brendan O’Brien who helmed BLACK ICE in 2008 and ROCK OR BUST in 2014. They have brought the airwaves back to life with the recent release of their first single Shot in the Dark from their upcoming album.
The Album
POWER UP will be available in multiple configurations that will excite collectors and die-hard fans alike, including digital, CD, and deluxe versions. The limited edition, one-of-a-kind deluxe POWER UP box is the ultimate fan package. Hit the button on the side of the box and watch the flashing neon AC/DC logo light up while the opening bars of ‘Shot In The Dark’ blast out of the built-in speaker. Inside the box is the full CD package in a soft-pack with a 20-page booklet that features exclusive photos and USB charging cable allowing the box to remain powered up and on display. The vinyl LP will be pressed on 180 gram vinyl and housed in a gatefold jacket. Limited edition variants of the LP will be available at select retailers nationwide, as well as the band’s online store. The album will be available on all digital platforms.
Check out the track listing below:
Pictured: Power Up album cover
