The Avengers cover

The Avengers

AC/DC · 2012

75 min · 19 tracks · hard rock

A high-octane soundtrack blending driving rhythms and electrifying solos, perfectly capturing the essence of superhero action.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Arrival Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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    Don't Take My Stuff — This track stands out with its aggressive energy and anthemic chorus, embodying the rebellious spirit that defines both the band and the superhero genre.
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    Assemble — With its dynamic build-up and explosive finale, this track captures the climactic moments of heroism, paralleling the film’s narrative arc.
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    I Got a Ride — This song features catchy hooks and rhythmic intensity that aligns with action-packed sequences, making it memorable within the context of the film.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • long immersive listening sessions
  • wave-like pacing and builds
  • epic cinematic soundscapes

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Deep Cut — Soundtrack role is less central in AC/DC's rock catalog, appealing to specific listeners.
Themes
superhero teamwork· cinematic tension
Moods
Intense· Energetic
Career context
By the time 'The Avengers' was released in 2012, AC/DC was already a well-established band with a legacy spanning over three decades. This album came during a period of decreased activity for the group, following their last studio album, 'Black Ice,' in 2008, marking their return to contribute music for a major cinematic project.
Stylistic neighbors
Led Zeppelin· Guns N' Roses· Aerosmith

Tracklist

  • 1 Arrival Start here 2:59
  • 2 Doors Open From Both Sides 3:29
  • 3 Tunnel Chase 4:47
  • 4 Interrogation 2:38
  • 5 Stark Goes Green 4:46
  • 6 Helicarrier 2:09
  • 7 Subjugation 3:09
  • 8 Don’t Take My Stuff 5:06
  • 9 Red Ledger 5:10
  • 10 Assault 4:25
  • 11 They Called It 2:41
  • 12 Performance Issues 4:56
  • 13 Seeing, Not Believing 4:25
  • 14 Assemble 5:21
  • 15 I Got a Ride 4:00
  • 16 A Little Help 3:49
  • 17 One Way Trip 5:50
  • 18 A Promise 3:34
  • 19 The Avengers 2:03

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