AC/DC - Highway to Hell
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Free Music Notes for Highway to Hell
Free Music Review: Wonderful
Hit: 5 Stars
When I recieved my package it was in perfect condition. No scratches , .nothing. I am extremely satisifiedFree Music Review: If You Want Blood (and some rock n roll), You've Come to the Right Place
Hit: 5 Stars
AC/DC: One of the only true and dedicated Rock "n" Roll bands that have been making dependable and honest, in-your-face music for the past 30 years or so. Without a doubt, Angus, Malcolm, Cliff, Phil, and Bon (the line-up on Highway to Hell) are some of the most humble, comical, and nicest fellas anyone has ever known, and ever will know, for that matter. And without failure, the group continues to give their fans (with or without Bon [rest in peace]) predictable and unwavering classics, while maintaining that special freshness of genuinity that most bands can not boast about. Easy, but infectious riffs, funky-primin' drumming, and simple bass lines have never sounded so good, nor so enticing on this gem. Full of instant goodies, prime-steak riffage, and abrasive n crude vocals from one of thee greatest frontmen of all time, H2H is a sure-fire hit with anyone into good old fashion rock n roll. Anyone who says AC/DC sound the same on every album, are slaves to routine, or scared to move on got just don't know what they're saying. Taking the famous line from Rock n Roll Ain't Noise Pollution, "rock n roll ain't no rhythm man; to me it makes good, good sense" those critics of AC/DC have to take to heart what Brian professes on that number. With all that off my chest, here's the cannon for this Top 3 delight.
Highway to Hell: Seriously now, how much more classic can you get? You're just socially inept if u haven't even heard of this song. Right off the bat, your ears pleasured as Ang rips out that catchy and infectious 3-chord riff that's so well-known today. Da-Da-Da. Da-Da-Da. Da-Da-Da--Da-Da-Da-Da--DaDa. Complete with Bon's coarse vocals and that powerful sing-along chorus, "highway to hell" is like a fiery shot 'o liquor, potent but tasty.
Girls Got Rhythm: Just what you'd expect in a great AC/DC tune; contagious riff, Bon's bad-boy lyrics, and another catchy-as-heck chorus, with gang-vocals to boot. Ah, girls got rhythm indeed.
Walk All Over You: Slow, but menacing opening riff, with powerful drums by Phil, that rips into a fast-paced rock n roll onslaught. Driving start/stop riff during the verses complementing Bon's vintage vocals, that goes back to the opening riff with a slow, but powerful chorus, again complete with gang-vocals. Also contains one of my favorite solos by Ang on here; fiery and scorching like lighting, just the way I like 'em.
Touch Too Much: Opens with great complentary riffing by Ang and Mal, both producing riffs that kind of flow over each other. Kinda bluesy w/ AC/DC's leery lyrics plastered throughout the mix. Ang, once again, shreds on his frets, giving the listener a short n sweet, juicy solo. Chorus could be my favorite off the album as well, as Bon really hits those high notes, and 'cause the gang-vocals add a lot to this number.
Beating Around the Bush: Probably the fastest song off the album, this treat delivers galloping riffing and drums plus some great filler solos in-between the start/stop riff. Features some stellar screamin' from Scott in addition.
Shot Down in Flames: Bon gets center-stage here, not being backed by Mal and Cliff and all, plus painting the perfect picture of getting s*** on by a snobby chick. Ang, however, takes the show with his speaker-splitting solo that speaks more than volumes.
Get it Hot: More laid back and relaxed, but nonetheless still enjoyable. Fun, little rocker, that adds yet another gem to the track listing.
If You Want Blood (You Got It): Yes, Yes, give me it ALL! This perfect compliment to Highway to Hell could be AC/DC's most sinister number describing hypocrisy and unfair treatment, while managing to throw in a curse word for good measure. The ending is the highlight, though showcasing Bon + gang vocals at their finest, preceded by Ang's great solo.
Love Hungry Man: The drums are the best on this stripped-down, blues-bust. While the worst off the album, it still acts as an enjoyment.
Night Prowler: What a great way to end this masterpiece. Bluesy, but no less rocking than any other track here. Ang's beginning, cresending solo acts as a nice opener to Bon's subtle and quiet vox. Then, all of a sudden, the heavy guitar riff rips out and Bon screams out 'night prowler' with Mal and Cliff giving their best back-up performance off the album. Perfect closure.
>In closing, just pick this up RIGHT NOW! No, in fact, if you don't own a copy, just forget it, cause you should have it by now (he, he, ehh). Highway to Hell was a great way to close off 70's AC/DC, Bon's career (RIP once again), and their first era, which produced several classics, not just this. Being one of their best produced albums (thanks to Robert "Mutt" Lange), AC/DC's best outing, and one of thee greatest albums of all time, Highway to Hell needs no further elaboration; it just needs an easily accessible spot on your shelf.
Free Music Review: Bon Scott/ AC/DC's finest hour remastered
Hit: 5 Stars
If you were a hard rock singer,was told "you gonna die,man...you get one more album to go out with",could you ask for more?! This remaster is as essential as Back In Black,more so if you dig the Bon stuff. My studio monitors at fully cranked levels came alive with rock and roll, and I swear they were smiling...R.I.P Bon Scott; your legacy is forever.
Buy this CD today.
Free Music Review: Got it for My Son But I Find Myself Listening In
Hit: 5 Stars
It's great to know that our young kids are still listening to the music of our generation. Is there truly "nothing new under the sun?" There is so much that my 14-year old likes that was popular when I was growing up, it makes a nice way to cross a bridge and bond. Although he may play it a little louder than I now would, I can still remember Mom yelling at me to "turn it down, you'll damage your eardrums." It must be true, my 14-year old hardly hears (pays attention to) some things I say?????
Oh yeah, back to AC/DC. While this may not be my favorite of their albums, it has some great cuts, like "Shot Down in Flames." It still transports the listener. Walk All Over You" is consummate AC/DC, and Angus melts the notes at every turn. And, what would AC/DC be without its definitive signature song of "Highway to Hell?" Well, they'd still be a great band and I'd still be buying their albums!!? Highly recommended for all ages, but remember to share it with your parents!
Free Music Review: Just About Perfect
Hit: 4 Stars
Ac/Dc is a band that is truly in a class all itself,they have never changed their style to fit what the flavor of the week is. I really respect that. Every release from Ac/Dc is filled with high energy blues tinged hard rock and roll meant to be played at 10! Highway To Hell the release that followed 'If You Want Blood' is just about perfect,this along with 'Back In Black' is what I would play for people who are just learning about Ac/Dc. It has their absolute best song ever,the title cut 'Highway To Hell',it also has one of their most underrated songs 'Touch Too Much'
Let me explain...this CD is absolutely great from start to finish,if you crank this up to 10 you are experiencing hard rock in it's bare ultimate form,all of today's bands should listen to this and take notes,lots of notes. Angus is playing guitar the way it was meant to be played,where every note is filled with emotion and meaning..and the rhythm section is as tight as can be,without excessive stuff that isn't needed...Ac/Dc never needed to show off to prove how great they were at their instruments...and of course there is Bon...Bon was truly one of the greatest rock and roll singers of all time,because he had a distinct style that many of tried to copy but no one has ever done it like him. In Highway To Hell he perfects the art of rock and roll singing
Highway to Hell-quite simply the best song Ac/Dc ever wrote
Girls Got Rhythm - a testimony to the power of women...awesome
walk all over you - great rock song about lust !
touch too much - one of their most underrated songs...filled with melody and power
beating around the bush - great
shot down in flames - one of the classics that will be around forever
get it hot - great rock song
if you want blood - another great one
love hungry man - more great music
night prowler - one of the most powerful atmosphere rock songs ever...and I love the 'shazzbot nanew nanew' at the end !
The upside - One of the greatest rock albums of all time...produced by Mutt Lange...it is a step by step example of how to create a classic album..
the downside - there is none...you need to get this
the bottom line - This is one of the 2 albums I'd play for anyone just learning about Ac/Dc or rock and roll in general (the other being 'back in black') Run out and buy this...it's classic ..the donutman says so!!!