What does Plug Me In sound like?

A high-voltage collection of live performances that captures the raw energy and camaraderie of AC/DC's early years. Rooted in hard rock and rock & roll. Start with "High Voltage (King of Pop Awards, Australia, October 1975)".

Is Plug Me In a good place to start with AC/DC?

Yes, Plug Me In is recommended as a starting point for new AC/DC listeners. A high-voltage collection of live performances that captures the raw energy and camaraderie of AC/DC's early years. Released in 2007, 'Plug Me In' arrives during a period when AC/DC was celebrating their legacy after decades in rock. This compilation showcases the band's formative live performances primarily from the 1970s, a time when they were still establishing themselves as one of rock's most electrifying acts following their breakthrough album 'High Voltage' in 1975.

Who is Plug Me In for?

Plug Me In works well if you're into dynamic live performance energy, wave-like pacing with peaks and nostalgic for classic vibes.

How many songs are on Plug Me In?

Plug Me In has 79 tracks, running approximately 259 minutes.

Plug Me In

AC/DC · 2007

259 min · 79 tracks · hard rock

A high-voltage collection of live performances that captures the raw energy and camaraderie of AC/DC's early years.

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Top tracks — play these first

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High Voltage (King of Pop Awards, Australia, October 1975) Start here — This track exemplifies AC/DC's early sound with powerful riffs and Scott's charismatic vocals, establishing the band as a force in rock music.
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It's a Long Way to the Top (If You Wanna Rock ’n’ Roll) (Bandstand, Australia, February 1978) — The song combines infectious energy with a unique bagpipe introduction, showcasing the band's signature blend of hard rock and theatricality.
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T.N.T. (St. Albans High School, Australia, March 1976) — As one of their most iconic anthems, this performance captures audience engagement and Scott's dynamic stage presence that defined AC/DC’s live shows.
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Highway to Hell (Countdown, Arnhem, August 1979) — This classic hit highlights the band's transition into mainstream success with its catchy chorus and memorable guitar hooks, encapsulating their rock ethos.
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Let There Be Rock (Apollo Theatre, Glasgow, April 1978) — The raw energy and extended solos on this track reflect the band's prowess in live settings, illustrating why they are known for electrifying concerts.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

51 /100

Foothills

Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

The album captures AC/DC's live energy but lacks cohesive flow due to its compilation nature.

What we noticed

Interviews are interspersed between live tracks, providing context and insight into the band's early years.
Many tracks feature extended guitar solos and crowd interactions, emphasizing the raw energy typical of AC/DC's live shows.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 4/10

Influence 5/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic live performance energy
wave-like pacing with peaks
nostalgic for classic vibes
immersive concert experience
extended tracks for deep listening

Maybe skip if you

prefer studio polish over live
seek short, standalone songs

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Deep Cut — A live compilation showcasing early performances, appealing to dedicated fans.
Themes: Bon Scott era· Australian rock legacy
Career context: Released in 2007, 'Plug Me In' arrives during a period when AC/DC was celebrating their legacy after decades in rock. This compilation showcases the band's formative live performances primarily from the 1970s, a time when they were still establishing themselves as one of rock's most electrifying acts following their breakthrough album 'High Voltage' in 1975.
Stylistic neighbors: Led Zeppelin· Guns N' Roses· Aerosmith

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Tracklist

Disc 1

1 High Voltage (King of Pop Awards, Australia, October 1975) Start here 4:11
2 It’s a Long Way to the Top (If You Wanna Rock ’n’ Roll) (Bandstand, Australia, February 1978) 4:49
3 School Days (St. Albans High School, Australia, March 1976) 5:49
4 T.N.T. (St. Albans High School, Australia, March 1976) 4:45
5 Live Wire (Super Pop/Rollin’ Bolan, July 1976) 6:22
6 Can I Sit Next to You Girl (Super Pop/Rollin’ Bolan, July 1976) 4:11
7 Baby Please Don’t Go (Myer Music Bowl, Melbourne, December 1976) 11:54
8 Hell Ain’t a Bad Place to Be (Sight & Sound in Concert, London, October 1977) 5:31
9 Rocker (Sight & Sound in Concert, London, October 1977) 8:00
10 Rock ’n’ Roll Damnation (Apollo Theatre, Glasgow, April 1978) 3:49
11 Dog Eat Dog (Apollo Theatre, Glasgow, April 1978) 4:30
12 Let There Be Rock (Apollo Theatre, Glasgow, April 1978) 8:24
13 Problem Child (Rock Goes to College, Colchester, October 1978) 5:03
14 Sin City (Rock Goes to College, Colchester, October 1978) 5:21
15 Bad Boy Boogie (Rock Goes to College, Colchester, October 1978) 8:55
16 Highway to Hell (Countdown, Arnhem, August 1979) 4:18
17 The Jack (Countdown, Arnhem, August 1979) 5:17
18 Whole Lotta Noise (Countdown, Arnhem, August 1979) 5:01
19 Interview at Sydney Airport, April 1976
20 Interview in Covent Garden, London, July 1976
21 Baby Please Don’t Go (Szene 77, Circus Krone, Munich, September 1976) 7:00
22 Problem Child (Myer Music Bowl, Melbourne, December 1976) 0:55
23 Interview/Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap (Promo Film for Melbourne radio, December 1976)
24 Bon Scott Interview, London, November 1977
25 Rock ’n’ Roll Damnation (Top of the Pops, London, June 1978) 2:58
26 Live and Interview (Australian Music to the World, Atlanta GA, August 1978)
27 Live Super 8 Bootleg Film (Théatre de Verdure, Nice, December 1979)

Disc 2

1 Shot Down in Flames (Nihon Seinenkan, Tokyo, February 1981) 3:36
2 What Do You Do for Money Honey (Nihon Seinenkan, Tokyo, February 1981) 3:05
3 You Shook Me All Night Long (Nihon Seinenkan, Tokyo, February 1981) 4:23
4 T.N.T. / Let There Be Rock (Nihon Seinenkan, Tokyo, February 1981) 6:01
5 Back in Black (Capital Center, Landover MD, December 1981) 3:51
6 T.N.T. (Capital Center, Landover MD, December 1981) 3:48
7 Shoot to Thrill (The Summit, Houston TX, October 1983) 5:27
8 Guns for Hire (Joe Louis Arena, Detroit MI, November 1983) 5:46
9 Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap (Joe Louis Arena, Detroit MI, November 1983) 4:19
10 Flick of the Switch (Capital Center, Landover MD, December 1983) 3:33
11 Bedlam in Belgium (Capital Center, Landover MD, December 1983) 3:26
12 Back in Black (Tushino Airfield, Moscow, September 1991) 2:21
13 Highway to Hell (Tushino Airfield, Moscow, September 1991) 3:41
14 Whole Lotta Rosie (Tushino Airfield, Moscow, September 1991) 4:28
15 For Those About to Rock (We Salute You) (Tushino Airfield, Moscow, September 1991) 6:34
16 Gone Shootin’ (VH1 Studios, London, July 1996) 5:24
17 Hail Caesar (Entertainment Center, Sydney, November 1996) 5:51
18 Ballbreaker (Entertainment Center, Sydney, November 1996) 4:29
19 Rock and Roll Ain't Noise Pollution (Entertainment Center, Sydney, November 1996) 5:22
20 Hard as a Rock (Stade de France, Paris, June 2001) 5:13
21 Hells Bells (Stade de France, Paris, June 2001) 5:45
22 Ride On (Stade de France, Paris, June 2001) 6:26
23 Stiff Upper Lip (Circus Krone, Munich, June 2003) 4:08
24 Thunderstruck (Circus Krone, Munich, June 2003) 5:19
25 If You Want Blood (You’ve Got It) (Downsview Park, Toronto Rocks, July 2003) 6:08
26 The Jack (Downsview Park, Toronto Rocks, July 2003) 9:43
27 You Shook Me All Night Long (Downsview Park, Toronto Rocks, July 2003) 4:04
28 Beavis & Butt-Head 'Ballbreaker Tour' Intro Film, 1996
29 Hells Bells: Interview and Live (Countdown, Brussels, January 1981)
30 Interview (Monsters of Rock, Castle Donington Park, August 1984)
31 Gone Shootin’ (rehearsal, VH1 Studios, London, July 1996) 4:21
32 Rock Me Baby (Festwiese, Leipzig, June 2003) 6:19

Disc 3

1 She's Got Balls (St. Albans High School, Australia, March 1976)
2 It's a Long Way to the Top (If You Wanna Rock 'n' Roll) (St. Albans High School, Australia, March 1976)
3 Let There Be Rock (Sight & Sound in Concert, London, October 1977)
4 Bad Boy Boogie (Apollo Theatre, Glasgow, April 1976)
5 Girls Got Rhythm (Top Pop, Holland, November 1979)
6 Guns for Hire (Band Rehearsals, Los Angeles, October 1983)
7 This House Is on Fire (Joe Louis Arena, Detroit MI, November 1983)
8 Highway to Hell (RDS, Dublin, June 1996)
9 Girls Got Rhythm (Entertainment Center, Sydney, November 1996)
10 Let There Be Rock (Schleyerhalle, Stuttgart, October 2000)
11 Angus Statue Intro (Stiff Upper Lip Tour Film, June 2001)
12 Guns for Hire (live at Houston Summit, October 1983)
13 Shoot to Thrill (live at Houston Summit, October 1983)
14 Sin City (live at Houston Summit, October 1983)
15 This House Is on Fire (live at Houston Summit, October 1983)
16 Back in Black (live at Houston Summit, October 1983)
17 Bad Boy Boogie (live at Houston Summit, October 1983)
18 Rock and Roll Ain't Noise Pollution (live at Houston Summit, October 1983)
19 Flick of the Switch (live at Houston Summit, October 1983)
20 Hells Bells (live at Houston Summit, October 1983)