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High Voltage by Jeff Apter delves into the vibrant life and career of rock legend Angus Young, the driving force behind the iconic band AC/DC. This biography explores his enduring influence on rock music, from his electrifying guitar riffs to his relentless energy on stage. It's a tribute to an extraordinary musician who has shaped the sound of rock for decades, without revealing the book's entire story.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the storied life of a legendary musician and band, keen to explore the personal and professional struggles they faced. This biography provides an intimate look into the music industry's highs and lows, filled with anecdotes, triumphs, and challenges that shaped their journey.

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High Voltage is the first biography to focus exclusively on Angus Young. It tells of his remarkable rise from working-class Glasgow and Sydney to the biggest stages in the world.

Angus Young, the co-founder and the last remaining original member of AC/DC, has for more than 40 years been the face, sound and sometimes the exposed backside of the trailblazing rock band. In his trademark schoolboy outfit, guitar in hand, Angus has given his signature sound to songs such as 'A Long Way to the Top', 'Highway to Hell' and 'Back in Black', helping AC/DC become the biggest rock band on the planet.

High Voltage tells of his remarkable journey from humble beginnings to global rock stardom. The youngest of eight children, Angus always seemed destined for a life in music, and it was his passion and determination that saw AC/DC become hard rock’s greatest act.

Over the years, Angus has endured the devastating death of iconic vocalist Bon Scott, the forced retirement of his brother-in-arms, Malcolm Young, and more recently the loss from the band of singer Brian Johnson and drummer Phil Rudd. Yet somehow, the little guitar maestro has kept AC/DC not just on the rails, but at the top of the rock pile.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781863959582

Publisher: Black Inc.

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 August 2017

Country: Australia

Imprint: Nero

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Weight: 0g

Pages: 320

About the Author

Jeff Apter is the author of more than 20 books, many dealing with the world of music. He has written biographies of Keith Urban, the Finn brothers, Johnny O'Keefe, Jeff Buckley, the Bee Gees and John Farnham. As ghostwriter, he has worked with Kasey Chambers, AC/DC's Mark Evans and Richard Clapton. He was also the creative consultant for the Helpmann Award-nominated live production A State of Grace- The Music of Jeff and Tim Buckley and spent four years on staff at Rolling Stone Australia.

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