Episode #313
July 9, 2025
AC/DC Greatest Song? I Gotta Set the Record Straight

🔥 If you're an AC/DC fan, this episode is a must-watch.
In this electrifying and deeply nostalgic conversation, Robert and Gary dive into two of the most iconic rock albums of all time: Back in Black and Highway to Hell, both released in July (1980 & 1979 respectively). What starts as a tribute turns into a full-blown, data-driven, memory-packed debate on what might be the greatest AC/DC song ever recorded.

Expect vintage stereo memories, shoutouts to School of Rock, personal anecdotes, and a treasure trove of musical insight and humor.

LINK TO THE ARTICLE WE DISCUSS
https://audioinkradio.com/2025/06/the-greatest-ac-dc-song-of-all-time-is-up-for-debate/

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🕒 TIMESTAMPS
00:00 – AC/DC in July: Two legendary albums
00:53 – Robert: “Back in Black is the greatest rock album ever”
02:13 – First time hearing Back in Black on vinyl
03:28 – Why “You Shook Me All Night Long” always packed the stage
04:35 – Rock vs. Metal: Where AC/DC fits in
05:24 – Post-disco era context + Bon Scott tribute
06:19 – Still selling out stadiums 45 years later
07:13 – Audio Ink Radio article sparks the debate
08:44 – The Brian Johnson phenomenon: Losing Bon Scott and going bigger
10:18 – Can you replace a legend? INXS, Van Halen comparisons
11:31 – Why “Thunderstruck” doesn’t deserve the crown
13:05 – “For Those About to Rock” – underrated classic?
14:04 – Favorite song debate begins: Robert makes his pick
16:20 – Robert’s bold take: “Highway to Hell is the best rock song ever”
17:29 – Why Highway to Hell encapsulates all of rock & roll
18:51 – Bon Scott’s grin & Angus’ horns: The perfect rock image
20:10 – Quick shoutout to the channel’s playlists (Rush, KISS, Van Halen, etc.)
21:10 – Spotify showdown: Top 10 most-streamed AC/DC songs
22:15 – Highway to Hell leads Spotify with nearly 2 billion streams
23:23 – Surprising entries (like “Rock n Roll Train”)
25:22 – The shocking stream numbers vs. physical sales
26:15 – The genius of Mutt Lange’s production across albums
27:55 – Robert’s ‘Back in Black’ Christmas memory + monster furniture stereo
30:57 – AC/DC + Foreigner + Journey = the ultimate 1980 Christmas
32:08 – Vintage record changers and shiny console stereos
33:30 – The Shakers: South America’s Beatles?
34:32 – AC/DC album art: bold, simple, iconic
35:25 – Final thoughts: Do you agree with Robert’s opinions?
36:32 – Total Spotify stats: 312 songs and 40.4 billion streams
38:08 – Special guest Ira picks “It’s a Long Way to the Top” thanks to School of Rock
39:40 – Join the conversation: What’s YOUR favorite AC/DC album and song?

🎯 KEY DISCUSSION HIGHLIGHTS
Is Back in Black the greatest rock album ever recorded?
Is Highway to Hell actually the greatest rock song of all time?
Does Thunderstruck belong in the top 10? (Spoiler: We say no.)
How did AC/DC recover from the loss of Bon Scott and come back stronger?
Why simplicity and raw energy might be AC/DC’s secret weapon

📊 TOP STREAMED AC/DC SONGS (Spotify)**
Highway to Hell – 1.976B
Thunderstruck – 1.881B
Back in Black – 1.891B
You Shook Me All Night Long – 1.4B
TNT – 860M
Hell’s Bells – 501M
Shoot to Thrill – 500M+
Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap – 429M
It’s a Long Way to the Top – 325M
Rock n Roll Train – 237M

👉 Combined: Over 10 billion streams just from the top 10!

📣 CALL TO ACTION
What’s YOUR pick?
🎸 Greatest AC/DC song?
💿 Best AC/DC album?
🧠 Favorite memory tied to a track?

Drop your answer in the comments. And if this video brought back some memories or taught you something new, consider sharing it with a fellow fan and subscribing for more.

📲 HASHTAGS & MENTIONS
#ACDC #BackInBlack #HighwayToHell #BonScott #BrianJohnson #MuttLange #ClassicRock #VinylRecords #YouShookMeAllNightLong #SchoolOfRock #GreatestRockSongs #ACDCfans #HardRockHistory #RobertJohnHadfield #GaryCasella #Audiomover #UtahSouthStudios #MusicDiscussion #SpotifyStats #rocknostalgia

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