The Surprisingly Wholesome Meaning Behind AC/DC’s Misunderstood Name

The Surprisingly Wholesome Meaning Behind AC/DC’s Misunderstood Name


In 1974, the Scottish-born Angus and Malcolm Young relocated from Sydney to Melbourne, expanded their lineup, and released several records (including High Voltage, T.N.T, and Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap) that boosted their popularity in both Australia and Britain. They spent much of the ‘80s on the road and kicked off the '90s with The Razors Edge, which featured "Thunderstruck," now one of their most-streamed songs of all time, surpassed only by "Highway to Hell" and "Back in Black." AC/DC's origins had nothing to do with children of the devil and everything to do with the symbolism of power; rising from a simple sewing machine to electrifying audiences in stadiums worldwide.

Author: Logan DeLoye


Published at: 2026-03-30 22:00:01

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