High Voltage
AC/DC · 1975
40 min · 8 tracks · hard rock · rock & roll · blues rock
Raw energy and gritty riffs collide with bluesy vocals, embodying the spirit of rock and roll.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady energy throughout gritty riffs for sing-alongs for party atmosphere
- Context
- Released on February 17, 1975, 'High Voltage' was AC/DC's first studio album, marking their emergence into the music scene. At this point, the band had just begun to carve out their identity following their formation in 1973. This debut laid the groundwork for their future successes and established their signature sound.
- If you like
- hard rock, rock & roll, blues rock
High Voltage is an album by AC/DC, released in 1975. Raw energy and gritty riffs collide with bluesy vocals, embodying the spirit of rock and roll. 'High Voltage' is significant as it introduced AC/DC's high-voltage rock sound to a broader audience, paving the way for their later international hits. The album's raw production and energetic performances garnered positive critical reception, contributing to its cult following and influencing the hard rock genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does High Voltage sound like?
Raw energy and gritty riffs collide with bluesy vocals, embodying the spirit of rock and roll. Rooted in hard rock and rock & roll.
What makes High Voltage by AC/DC notable?
'High Voltage' is significant as it introduced AC/DC's high-voltage rock sound to a broader audience, paving the way for their later international hits. The album's raw production and energetic performances garnered positive critical reception, contributing to its cult following and influencing the hard rock genre. Released on February 17, 1975, 'High Voltage' was AC/DC's first studio album, marking their emergence into the music scene. At this point, the band had just begun to carve out their identity following their formation in 1973. This debut laid the groundwork for their future successes and established their signature sound.
Who is High Voltage for?
High Voltage works well if you're into steady energy throughout, gritty riffs for sing-alongs and for party atmosphere.
How many songs are on High Voltage?
High Voltage has 8 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Baby, Please Don’t Go Standout 4:51
- 2 She’s Got Balls 4:49
- 3 Little Lover 5:41
- 4 Stick Around 4:39
- 5 Soul Stripper Standout 6:29
- 6 You Ain’t Got a Hold on Me 3:31
- 7 Love Song 5:21
- 8 Show Business 4:45
Release Date
February 17, 1975
Artist Origin
Australia
Runtime
40 min 9 sec
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