Iron Man 2 [Deluxe] [Deluxe Edition]

In response to Marc's ridiculous slagging of the music world's greatest rock band, I must point out that this is not an AC/DC album, it is the soundtrack to Iron Man 2. True, it consists only of AC/DC tracks, but this no bad thing. The music is well suited to the fictional character, lifestyle and adventures of Marvel's Tony Stark/Iron Man. As for accusing AC/DC of commercialism, Marc obviously has no idea of who the band are or what they represent in the heavy rock world. Go back to sleep, Marc. And as for the remarks of A. McKenzie, (who unbelievably claims to be an AC/DC fan), that all but two tracks are AC/DC, I can only assume that he/she does not realise that the band had two vocalists and two stages of musical composition in thier career. Either that or he/she is listening to the wrong CD. Some fan, eh? In fact, all negative reviews of this CD have been put forward by those ignorant of the band. So here's the truth:
As for the album itself, it may be seen by some as a "Greatest Hits" album, but in fact the tracks were chosen to fit the screenplay and general mood of the film (For example "war machine", from AC/DC's latest album "Black Ice" was chosen for the character of War Machine, "Highway to Hell", from the album of the same name, was chosen to reflect Stark's descent into alcoholism, etc, etc). The songs on the CD reflect the storyline of the film, not, as some claim, the storyline of the bands career.If AC/DC did in fact release a Greatest Hits CD it would consist of four or five discs, if not their whole album catalogue! But this CD is a perfect disc for both Iron Man fans and anyone new to the genius of Angus and the boys. In fact, even AC/DC fans such as my humble self can enjoy this CD as a quick fix of that rarity called "guitar-based rock". The track listing is representative of both stages in the band's career (although I would have liked to have heard "High Voltage" in the listing, given the nature of Iron Man's power source, and, also, "Big Gun" to reflect War Machine's weapons!Ha!)
The DVD is excellent, providing fans and newcomers alike with a taste of the band live. The included video for the "Iron Man" promo shows a band that, despite their years, can rock harder than any band out there. Their enjoyment of their music is crystal clear and their rapport with their audience is unique. There is no greater rock'n'roll band.
Overall, a little gem of a soundtrack. The music fits the film perfectly (I don't think a rap or pop soundtrack would suit the nature and content of the film!) and, in terms of AC/DC's output, is superior to their previous contribution to Hollywood (i.e the "Maximum Overdrive" soundtrack "Who Made Who?").
This CD will please both the fans of Iron Man and of AC/DC. Suit up and Rock on.

In truth this 'soundtrack' isn't a proper ACDC 'best of' as there are obvious omissions, but if some new fans discover them via this, which maybe generates some future rock and roll heroes then this album is fine by me. Of course the 'purists' amongst us (myself included) would probably prefer that an ACDC 'greatest hits' offering wasn't as a result of a blatant marketing tool to promote a movie, but taken for what it is, and the mutual boost to ACDC this will undoubtedly provide, this album is a great listen for fans old and new.

So ACDC are once again top of the tree. A great 'comeback' album in the form of 'Black Ice', headlining Download this year and at the time of writing, this soundtrack album is number 1 in the British album charts, something which I find myself feeling very proud of. You may ask why, well my answer is that amongst an ever increasing sea of musical mediocrity, tedium and blandness that dominates our airwaves via safe unimaginative radio playlists, ACDC have come along and proved that throughout it all, good strong honest rock and roll will always prevail. We salute you.

No, the band don't need the cash. And they have just brought us a new studio album and are still working their butts off on a global tour.
Don't you think it might have more to do with the film studio/record company being desperate to milk some cash?
Either way, it's a damn good intro to AC/DC, if you haven't got it all and been around for donkey's years like some of us.
No-one is being forced into buying this.......
I accidentally met Brian, and ended up meeting the band. They are multi-millionaires, but you would never know. They are not just the nicest rock stars I've met, but some of the nicest people too - honest. If you don't own any AC DC, but think you like the odd song you've heard, buy this CD. It'll make you grin, and ultimately late night when your friends come round and the drink flows - you'll be jumpin around the kitchen and striking rock star poses to the best hard rock tunes ever made. What more do ya want? Is Jack Black wrong? No.
Get on and party :)