Customer Reviews
Sorry, but why don't you own this already?! - By: Ben, 08 Aug 2008 
I could spend a tremendous amount of timein this review trying to establish to you that I'm not actually some avid AC/DC fan - the point being I don't want you to think my unequivocal praise for this astounding record is bound upin any kind of sycophantic obsession with the group. The truth is, I own just one of their albums - & this is it.
But what a record. Carved out of what must have been a terribly situation (your much loved singer diesin the most depressing of circumstances) the band swiftly bounced back with this - the most well crafted, well recorded, well written, well played & well sung rock & roll record out there. If you disagree, recommend me another record & I'd challenge you to a duel any day. This album is just, pure & simply, an unstoppable force. The sort of record that anyone, of any age, who has an interestin guitar, bass & drums must own. If you're young (say, under the age of 20),in a band & don't own this album then, quite simply, buy it now. It is a masterclassin rock & roll.
Quite why it is so brilliant I do largely put down to just two words: Mutt Lange. Yes, Shania Twain's ex-husband produced a record that, despite being 18 years old, still sounds as crisp, fresh & thrilling as it did then. The clarity & force here is just astounding.
I won't bother picking through the songs, as they're all amazing. Yes, some are complete daft & frequently sexist - but when coupled with Brian Johnson's blistering vocals & the Young brother's guitars...who cares?!
Sorry, but there really is no debate - this is an essential purchase.
Classic Rock - By: D. Bibb, 19 Jul 2008 When Bon Scott died,he left a hard job to fill his shoes. Brian Johnson was that man. Scott had admired Johnson from the band Geordie,and had told the band.
After Scott had died the Young brothers decided to carry on writing & playing music,and put together a masterpiece.
The cd is full of classics guitar licks,but the two outstanding tracks are the title track & Hells Bells. This cd isin my top five.
And good news a new cd is on its way & perhaps a world tour...
Back in Style... - By: Gareth Franklin, 09 Apr 2008 
I found this CDin a small record shopin France for 5 euros (about £3), so I did what any sane person would do & bought it...and for the money I paid, it has to be one of the biggest bargains I've ever found! This CD includes some absolutely awesome songs & while it may not be to everyone's taste, it's still a really good CD
Johnson or Bon: Who is the best? - By: nmollo, 10 Jan 2008 
AC/DC are on of the greatest Bands that have ever been. No Question. I consider two of their Albums as absolute classics but Black In Black is not one of them. This re-birth of AC/DC was not the same. The Genius of their music had diedin the back seat of a car.
What is missing from Brian Johnson's song writing & vocal prowess is the intelligence, wit, insightfulness, humour & clarity that Bon Scott so effortlessly brought to his songs.
When Bon sang I could understand every word, every nuance & he had a story to tell. With Johnson on the other hand, I find that I can't understand a single word. All I hear is Honky Tonk this or Honky Tonk that.
That said Black In Black is the best of the Johnson Albums. It has two classic rock tracks; the title number & `You Shook Me...' yet still these palein comparison to anything penned on `Highway...' or `Dirty Deeds...'
I have tried so hard to love AC/DC with Johnson at the microphone but as time has gone on, I always return to the original version of the band & their far superior recordings. When Bon sings I instantly understand why AC/DC rocks me so deeply & I still miss his musical Genius.
Johnson or Bon: Who is the best? - By: nmollo, 10 Jan 2008 AC/DC are one of the greatest Bands that have ever been. No Question. I consider two of their Albums as absolute classics but Black In Black is not one of them. This re-birth of AC/DC was not the same. The Genius of their music had diedin the back seat of a car.
What is missing from Brian Johnson's song writing & vocal prowess is the intelligence, wit, insightfulness, humour & clarity that Bon Scott so effortlessly brought to his songs.
When Bon sang I could understand every word, every nuance & he had a story to tell. With Johnson on the other hand, I find that I can't understand a single word. All I hear is Honky Tonk this or Honky Tonk that.
That said Black In Black is the best of the Johnson Albums. It has two classic rock tracks; the title number & `You Shook Me...' yet still these palein comparison to anything penned on `Highway...' or `Dirty Deeds...'
I have tried so hard to love AC/DC with Johnson at the microphone but as time has gone on, I always return to the original version of the band & their far superior recordings. When Bon sings I instantly understand why AC/DC rocks me so deeply & I still miss his musical Genius.
