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Black Ice

AC/DC · 2008

55 min · 15 tracks · hard rock · rock & roll · blues rock

A thunderous celebration of classic rock energy, blending hard-hitting riffs with boisterous anthemic choruses.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady anthems for driving
  • boisterous sing-along energy
  • consistent journey throughout
  • celebratory vibes for gatherings
  • for workout motivation

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, introspective music
  • dislike repetitive song structures

Where this album fits

Themes
thunderous celebration· rebellion and freedom
Career context
Released on October 20, 2008, 'Black Ice' marked AC/DC's return after a lengthy hiatus following their previous album 'Stiff Upper Lip' in 2000. By this time, the band was firmly established as rock icons, and the album came during a period of renewed interest in classic rock, showcasing their signature sound while appealing to both old fans and new listeners.
Stylistic neighbors
Led Zeppelin· Guns N' Roses· Aerosmith
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Wasting Light by Foo Fighters — Shares a raw, anthemic rock sound with powerful hooks and energetic riffs.
Chinese Democracy by Guns N' Roses — Combines hard-hitting guitar work with anthemic melodies in a rock vein.
Wolfmother by Wolfmother — Delivers heavy riffs and a retro rock vibe, echoing the high-energy spirit of rock.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Rock ’n’ Roll Train 4:21
  • 2 Skies on Fire 3:34
  • 3 Big Jack 3:57
  • 4 Anything Goes 3:22
  • 5 War Machine 3:09
  • 6 Smash ’n’ Grab 4:06
  • 7 Spoilin’ for a Fight 3:17
  • 8 Wheels 3:28
  • 9 Decibel 3:33
  • 10 Stormy May Day 3:10
  • 11 She Likes Rock ’n’ Roll 3:52
  • 12 Money Made 4:15
  • 13 Rock ’n’ Roll Dream 4:40
  • 14 Rocking All the Way 3:22
  • 15 Black Ice 3:25

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