- Hardcover: 488 pages
- Publisher: HarperEntertainment (Jan 2007)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0061133914
- ISBN-13: 978-0061133916
- Product Dimensions: 23.1 x 15.5 x 4.3 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
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AC/DC are without doubt one of the world’s biggest bands. Their appeal lies in blending the fierce energy and all-out guns-blazing attack of heavy metal with the bluesy groove and infectious boogie of the Stones. In 2013 it will be 40 years since AC/DC were founded, and they’re still rocking, still hitting the road, and still selling out stadiums, while their back catalogue – boasting classic albums like Back in Black and Highway to Hell – continues to dominate the airtime of radio stations and pub juke boxes the world over. Acclaimed by both fans and critics, this is the definitive account of the world’s greatest rock and roll band, presenting the whole story –from humble beginnings in Australia, through the sudden death of founding member Bon Scott and his replacement with Geordie singer Brian Johnson, a string of peerless albums in the ’70s and early ’80s, and adrenalin-soaked live performances. AC/DC: Maximum Rock & Roll is a must-have for anyone who wants to reacquaint themselves with the world’s greatest rock & roll band, and the perfect starting place for those ‘about to rock…’
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One of the most respected music journalists in Australia, Murray has written for magazines all over the world in the past quarter of a century and interviewed the members of AC/DC on many occasions.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I bought this book for a greater insight into AC/DC but especially the man, the myth, the legend that was Bon Scott.
And the book doesn't disappoint in that regard. The authors provide a unique perspective on how the early albums were constructed and I now look on them differently when playing them.
I wish there had been even greater discussion on the immediate aftermath of Bon's death and how the individual band members felt and coped.
The book is comprehensive although I felt it perhaps rushed over parts of the Brian Johnston era in comparison to the Bon era. That said, I would heartily recommend it to any AC/DC fan as an essential addition to their collection.
And the book doesn't disappoint in that regard. The authors provide a unique perspective on how the early albums were constructed and I now look on them differently when playing them.
I wish there had been even greater discussion on the immediate aftermath of Bon's death and how the individual band members felt and coped.
The book is comprehensive although I felt it perhaps rushed over parts of the Brian Johnston era in comparison to the Bon era. That said, I would heartily recommend it to any AC/DC fan as an essential addition to their collection.
7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
There have been many books written about AC/DC over the years but none are a comprehensive as this. Older attempts have been poorly researched and compiled solely from old press articles. This is the real deal; and by far the best effort yet. Good photos, some interesting unknown facts and meticulous research makes this the best book yet on the subject.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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Couldnt put the book down, a very interesting and detailed read.
I wasnt sure how the book would pan out as it is not written by any of members of the band. However, the authors did spend 18 mths on the road with them and used 1st hand knowledge and information from reputable sources. The stories gave an unbiased insight to the Bon Scott era which was refreshing.
I would like to se a follow up book covering more personal events in the bands lives both past and present. A great read.A must have for any AC/DC fan.
I wasnt sure how the book would pan out as it is not written by any of members of the band. However, the authors did spend 18 mths on the road with them and used 1st hand knowledge and information from reputable sources. The stories gave an unbiased insight to the Bon Scott era which was refreshing.
I would like to se a follow up book covering more personal events in the bands lives both past and present. A great read.A must have for any AC/DC fan.
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why AC/DC conquered the world explained
A very thorough and engrossing chronicle of the career of one of the finest heavy rock'n' roll bands of all time. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Neil Kernohan
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Bought it as a X-mas present for my brother who loves the band and judging by the chuckles coming behind the book, the present was a success. :)
Published 17 months ago by Rosmo
Great book for a great, great r&r band!
Being the absolutely great AC/DC fan that I am (I've seen them six times in six different cities on two different continents, both North America and Europe. Read more
Published on 18 Feb 2010 by Mario Rimati
Contentious Review Here! - too many facts spoil the broth?
First of all, there's no denying the depth of research that has gone in to this book. I've been enjoying AC/DC's music for over twenty-five years and the authors have done a great... Read more
Published on 14 Feb 2007 by J. Wood
FANTASTIC BOOK
For the ac/dc fans this is the difinitive book about the band, the best ac/dc book for many years, the photos are brilliant and the complete history of the band is really... Read more
Published on 9 Feb 2007 by Enrique Diaz Galvez
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