On October 10th, Voyageur Press is releasing AC/DC's High-Voltage Rock 'N' Roll - The Ultimate Illustrated History, which follows the band from its roots in Sydney, Australia, to its most recent releases and sold-out world tours. No stone is left unturned, from the band's formation and early gigs on the club circuit Down Under, to the 1980 death of singer Bon Scott and ultimately astounding worldwide success. Jam-packed with more than 400 illustrations - from handbills, posters, backstage passes, and vinyl from around the globe, as well as rare candid and performance photography - this massive contribution to the AC/DC library gives fans a all-access visual tour through almost four decades of unadulterated rock mastery. Additionally, sidebars and essays from top rock scribes examine all studio releases, document the band's numerous personnel changes, and delve into the guitar gear of the Young brothers, while musicians past and present comment and reflect on the band's lasting influence.

Complete with a specially commisioned band history and discography, an afterword from DEF LEPPARD singer Joe Elliott, and a complete index, this book brings fans as close to the band as possible without a ticket.

Formed in 1973 by brothers Angus and Malcolm Young, AC/DC has become one of the most popular bands in history. This massive new title follows the band from its roots in Sydney, Australia, to its most recent releases and sold-out world tours. No stone is left unturned, from the band's formation and early club gigs to its astounding worldwide success. More than 400 illustrations include handbills, posters, backstage passes, and vinyl from around the globe, as well as rare candid and performance photography. Sidebars from top rock scribes examine all studio releases and delve into the guitar gear of the Young brothers. The result is an awesome tribute to the band renowned for a live-wire stage show and a sonic attack that have attracted fans from all rock camps.

Contributors:

Phil Sutcliffe

Joe Bonomo

Danie Bukszpan

Jen Jewel Brown

Anthony Bozza

Garth Cartwright

Ian Christe

David Dunlap

Andrew Earles

Dave Hunter

James McNair

Martin Popoff

Sylvie Simmons

Bill Voccia

London-based journalist Phil Sutcliffe has been writing about rock since 1974 and has interviewed greats like PAUL MCCARTNEY, BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN, NIRVANA and QUEEN. Phil is also the author of Voyageur Press’ Queen: The Ultimate Illustrated History Of the Crown Kings Of Rock.

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