Moshtalgia - Episode 11 - ACDC - Back in Black

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This is Moshtalgia. A podcast about albums we love, albums that were important to us growing up.

There's absurdity, snark, and blistering twin-microphone facts from Taylor and Bourney, fully harmonised with double-tracked wailing and complaining. We men do play on ten, to Valhalla and back.

The year was 1980, and the rock world was about to shake their legs to the core. AC/DC, the Australian hard rock band, had just experienced the tragic loss of their iconic lead singer, Bon Scott. Many wondered if the band could continue without him. But just a few months later, AC/DC would release an album that would not only mark their triumphant return but also become one of the best-selling records of all time: 'Back in Black'.

'Back in Black' was more than just an album; it was a statement. Recorded at Compass Point Studios in Nassau under the production of the meticulous Mutt Lange, the album was a tribute to their late singer. The all-black cover was a nod to Scott, and the music inside was a blend of raw power, emotion, and impeccable production.

From the ominous tolling of the bells in 'Hells Bells' to the infectious groove of 'You Shook Me All Night Long', every track on 'Back in Black' was a testament to AC/DC's resilience and talent. Brian Johnson, who had the daunting task of filling Scott's shoes, delivered vocals that were both powerful and heartfelt. His voice, combined with the Young brothers' iconic riffs, created a sound that was both fresh and familiar.

The album wasn't just a commercial success; it was a cultural phenomenon. Tracks like 'Back in Black', 'Shoot to Thrill', and 'Rock and Roll Ain't Noise Pollution' became anthems for a generation. The album's success was further amplified by its extensive play on radio stations and its inclusion in numerous films and TV shows, and strip clubs, cementing its place in rock history.

But what made 'Back in Black' truly special was its ability to connect with listeners on a deeply emotional level. It was an album born out of tragedy, yet it exuded a sense of triumph and celebration. It was a reminder that even in the face of loss, music has the power to heal and inspire.

Listening to 'Back in Black today, it's clear why it remains a cornerstone of rock music. Its timeless appeal lies in its perfect blend of raw energy, impeccable production, and heartfelt emotion. It's an album that continues to resonate with fans old and new, proving that true rock and roll never dies.

So, if you're a fan of rock music, or even if you're just curious about what makes this album so special, give our latest podcast episode a listen. Dive deep into the stories behind the songs, the challenges faced during its recording, and the legacy that 'Back in Black' has left behind. Trust us, it's a journey worth taking, in bad Newcastle and Australian accents.

Best served with beer and a side of silliness. Lie back and enjoy it. Come join us on a review of those now-vintage LPs we loved in the 1980s from the bands that parted us from our money.

It isn't just two friends chatting in front of microphone about their long-haired heavy metal days. Well it is, but also it's much more.

Splunk deep into the spurious subconsious of two middle-aged metallers regaling the days of their youth with squirming stories, analogue anectodes, and antsy accusations from the east coast of Ireland. We name and shame, mostly ourselves.

Remember that first metal album? First concert? The rock ballad you first copped off to on a disco dancefloor with nervous hands and dry lips? Yeah, you do.

We let the hair on down the back, steal tapes, photocopy covers, and even buy a bullet-belt. We deftly sew patches on our denim jackets, and pilfer magazines in the shop.

Offering our metal heroes no quarter. We praise and prosletyse, we ridicule and rile. We spar with each other and the teenage illusions we had when hearing these masterpieces.

Armed with a sonic scalpel, we cleave our way through track by track, appraise hits and filler a generation on. Who dared battle the Saracen? Who gave love a bad name? Who danced on glass? Listen and find out.

Tune in to rock radio again, hear it as it was, all entombed by fat and freckled guitar segues brought to you by our resident riffer, that man from Annamoe; Pat 'The Fingerer' Shaughnessy!

Moshtalgia exposes many a metal mistake, a misheard lyric, and as much madness as your mind can muster. You will hear the voices of the bands giving comment directly here on our podcast. Their voices voiced through our own larynxes that is.

Hear the doyen of UK rock radio, Tommy Vance, along with producer Tony Wilson, deliver rock and metal weekly for a scant-yet-prescious two FM hours on the UK's BBC Radio One.
If you know it, you're in for a treat on this show. If you don't, you're still in for a treat on this show. Rock on Tommy! It doesn't matter what age you are.

We absorb musician autobiographies and gorge on metal authors to skull it back, slurp it down, and regurgitate back up for your listening pleasure.

Moshtalgia is a delirious day trip to the past with a gimlet wince and a black-toothed grin at rock and metal from the 1980s.

Just let me rock! Moshtalgia with Taylor and Bourney. A proper podcast.

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