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AC/DC

SydneyFormed in 1973HARD ROCK20 vinyl albums
Formed in Sydney in 1973, AC/DC is an Australian hard rock band known for blending blues rock and hard rock, with a catalog spanning classic and modern influential albums.
20Albums on Vinyles.com
9177Discogs releases
4.6MLast.fm listeners

About

AC/DC, Hard-hitting Australian rock since 1973, powered by the Young brothers.

Over 50 vinyl titles available, including original pressings and recent releases with prices ranging €2 to €89.

AC/DC, founded by brothers Angus and Malcolm Young in late 1973, remains a significant name in hard rock with its distinctive blues-influenced riffs and energetic rhythms. Their sound centers on simple but powerful chord structures predominantly featuring Mi5, La5, Si5, and Ré5 chords. With roots deeply tied to Australian rock, their discography includes studio albums, live recordings, and broadcast captures, maintaining a consistent style from their 1975 debut to recent releases like "Black Ice" (2008) and "Ballbreaker" (1995). Their imprint on rock combines a raw rock 'n' roll feel with blues influences, avoiding typical heavy metal conventions.

Vinyl collectors can explore a wide selection of editions worldwide, including rare original pressings and modern reissues that track…

Discography

AC/DC — Discography

Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.

PWR/UPColumbia · 2020
2020
PWR/UP
CD, Album, Stereo
Studio
Rock Or BustAlbert Productions · 2014
2014
Rock Or Bust
CD, Album
Studio
Live At River PlateColumbia · 2012
2012
Live At River Plate
CD, Album
Live
Black IceColumbia · 2008
2008
Black Ice
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Stiff Upper LipElektra · 2000
2000
Stiff Upper Lip
CD, Album, Enhanced
Studio
BallbreakerAlbert Productions · 1995
1995
Ballbreaker
CD, Album
Studio
LiveAlbert Productions · 1992
1992
Live
CD, Album
Studio
The Razors EdgeAlbert Productions · 1990
1990
The Razors Edge
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Blow Up Your VideoAlbert Productions · 1988
1988
Blow Up Your Video
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Fly On The WallAlbert Productions · 1985
1985
Fly On The Wall
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Flick Of The SwitchAlbert Productions · 1983
1983
Flick Of The Switch
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
For Those About To Rock (We Salute You)Albert Productions · 1981
1981
For Those About To Rock (We Salute You)
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Back In BlackAlbert Productions · 1980
1980
Back In Black
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Highway To HellAtlantic · 1979
1979
Highway To Hell
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
If You Want Blood You've Got ItAlbert Productions · 1978
1978
If You Want Blood You've Got It
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
PowerageAlbert Productions · 1978
1978
Powerage
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Let There Be RockAlbert Productions · 1977
1977
Let There Be Rock
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Dirty Deeds Done Dirt CheapAlbert Productions · 1976
1976
Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
High VoltageAtlantic · 1976
1976
High Voltage
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Dirty Deeds Done Dirt CheapAtlantic · 1976
1976
Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
High VoltageAlbert Productions · 1975
1975
High Voltage
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
T.N.T.Albert Productions · 1975
1975
T.N.T.
Vinyl, LP, Album, Misprint
Studio
Studio album Live / EP

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up AC/DC's career.

01
Highway to Hell
·
02
Back in Black
·
03
Thunderstruck
·
04
You Shook Me All Night Long
·
05
T.N.T.
·
06
Hells Bells
·
07
Shoot to Thrill
·
08
Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap
·

The essentials

The 3 AC/DC albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 1980
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Back In Black

One of AC/DC's best-known albums, "Back In Black" features a powerful collection of hard rock anthems that solidified the band's global reputation in 1980.

10 tracksStereoAlbert Productions labelOriginal LP pressing
#2 · 2008
180g Double LP
Black Ice

"Black Ice" is a later studio album known for its modern production while maintaining the band's core blues-rock sound with 15 tracks across a double LP.

15 tracksDouble LP180g vinylReleased on Columbia
#3 · 1988
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Blow Up Your Video

Released in 1988, this album captures the band’s hard rock energy with 10 tracks, available in club edition and standard pressings worldwide.

10 tracksStereoAtlantic labelVarious country pressings

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Collectors

For vinyl die-hards

The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.

Market values (source: Discogs)

For each reference edition, these cards summarise the state of the global Discogs market. Market position places the average price of a copy between the observed min and max prices. Average price is the price seen for a mint-condition copy. Copies available counts listings currently for sale. Collectors who want it is the number of Discogs users who added it to their wantlist without owning it — a good signal of upcoming demand.

Black Ice
Master release · LP · 2008
Market position i
17,69 €
Min price 13 €Max price 22 €
Average price 17,69 €
Only 153 copies for sale on Discogs
1 026 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Ballbreaker
Master release · LP · 1995
Market position i
78,00 €
Min price 19 €Max price 139 €
Average price 78,00 €
Only 98 copies for sale on Discogs
130 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Blow Up Your Video
Master release · LP · 1988
Market position i
13,62 €
Min price 14 €Max price 23 €
Average price 13,62 €
Only 46 copies for sale on Discogs
315 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Fly On The Wall
Master release · LP · 1985
Market position i
39,60 €
Min price 18 €Max price 44 €
Average price 39,60 €
Only 14 copies for sale on Discogs
440 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Flick Of The Switch
Master release · LP · 1983
Market position i
8,76 €
Min price 7 €Max price 25 €
Average price 8,76 €
Only 175 copies for sale on Discogs
503 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
For Those About To Rock (We Salute You)
Master release · LP · 1981
Market position i
43,49 €
Min price 13 €Max price 140 €
Average price 43,49 €
Only 11 copies for sale on Discogs
958 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)

Notable pressings & editions

AlbumEdition Country · Year Matrix Market tension Value
Black IceLP, Album, Misprint, Stereo
Columbia Europe · 2008 88697383771 🔥 Standard edition
1 026 want · 7 809 have · ratio 0,1
Black IceLP, Album
Columbia US · 2008 88697 38377 1, C 738377 Original pressing
1 026 want · 7 809 have · ratio 0,1
22,18 €
BallbreakerLP, Album
EastWest Records America US · 1995 61780-1 🔥 Standard edition
130 want · 718 have · ratio 0,2
139,44 €
BallbreakerLP, Album, Stereo
EastWest Records America Europe · 1995 7559-61780-1 Original pressing
130 want · 718 have · ratio 0,2
78,00 €
Blow Up Your VideoLP, Album
Atlantic Portugal · 1988 1592521 🔥 Standard edition
315 want · 1 262 have · ratio 0,2
22,90 €
Blow Up Your VideoLP, Album, Stereo
Atlantic Peru · 1988 PN-ALT 0818281.3 Original pressing
315 want · 1 262 have · ratio 0,2
Fly On The WallLP, Album, Stereo
Atlantic Peru · 1985 Y-ALT-0812631.2 🔥 Standard edition
440 want · 1 229 have · ratio 0,4
39,60 €
Fly On The WallLP, Album
Atlantic Argentina · 1985 83912 Original pressing
440 want · 1 229 have · ratio 0,4
43,99 €

Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of AC/DC

Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.

Our music is rock 'n' roll, deeply influenced by the blues but with a hard rock spirit.
— AC/DC
01Studio

Recording of 'Black Ice' in 2008

The album 'Black Ice' was released in 2008 with 15 tracks, showcasing the band's consistent style combining hard rock and blues rock, recorded and pressed in various countries including Brazil and Canada.

2008Brazil, Canada
02Tour Broadcast

Live Broadcast from Dallas, 1985

"Fly On Tour" captures a 1985 live radio broadcast from Dallas, offering fans a dynamic hard rock performance from that era, reflecting the band’s touring energy.

1985Dallas, USA
03Vinyl Pressing

Original 'Black Ice' pressing in Brazil

The original pressings of 'Black Ice' in Brazil on the Sony BMG label have prices starting at €10.13, reflecting the collector interest in specific country editions of AC/DC's later albums.

2008Brazil
04Band Formation

Formation in Sydney, November 1973

AC/DC was formed in Sydney in November 1973 by brothers Angus and Malcolm Young, marking the start of a prolific hard rock band with origins in Australia's Sydney scene.

1973Sydney, Australia

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FAQ

FAQ: AC/DC on physical formats

The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.

What are the most essential AC/DC vinyl albums for collectors?

Key vinyl albums include 'Back In Black' (1980), 'Black Ice' (2008), and 'Blow Up Your Video' (1988). These albums represent notable eras of the band's progression and are sought for their sound quality and collectibility.

How has AC/DC's musical style influenced their vinyl appeal?

The band's fusion of hard rock with blues elements creates a raw sound that transfers well onto vinyl formats, attracting audiophiles who appreciate the analog warmth and energetic riffs.

Which AC/DC vinyl pressing is notable for its origin country pricing variations?

The 2008 album 'Black Ice' has notable original pressings in Brazil priced around €10.13 and rarer editions in Canada fetching up to €89, showing regional collector interest differences.

Are there AC/DC vinyl releases featuring live performances?

Yes, releases like 'Fly On Tour' from a 1985 Dallas radio broadcast capture live energy and offer alternative listening experiences beyond studio albums.

What vinyl formats does AC/DC primarily use for their albums?

AC/DC albums are mainly released on vinyl LP format, including single LPs, double LPs, and occasionally special heavyweight vinyl like 180g editions for improved sound quality.

Can I find AC/DC vinyl records in French stores?

Yes, French vinyl stores often stock AC/DC albums like 'Black Ice' and 'Back In Black', both standard and special editions are available depending on the return stock.

Where were AC/DC's earliest vinyl albums pressed?

The band's early albums like 'High Voltage' and 'Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap' were initially pressed in Australia and later in countries like the US and Europe to meet demand.

Why is AC/DC sometimes called hard blues rather than heavy metal?

The band integrates blues-rock chord progressions and guitar work more than heavy metal traits, with only selective songs borrowing metal elements, maintaining a core rock 'n' roll identity.

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Sources & method

This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.

Our method

  1. Discographic data from MusicBrainz (dates, countries, activity period).
  2. Tracklists, artwork and genres retrieved via Discogs Masters.
  3. Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
  4. Audience and similar artists via Last.fm.
  5. Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editorial team.
Last updated: 26/06/2026