AC/DC hails from Australia and was formed in 1973 by brothers Angus Young and Malcolm Young. They were born in Glasgow, Scotland, but later moved to Sydney, Australia with most of their family in 1963. They classify themselves only as rock n roll, but are considered one of the pioneers of heavy metal . They are also one of the most profitable bands of all time. “AC/DC” is an abbreviation meaning “alternating current/direct current electricity”. They originally got their name from their older sister Margaret, who saw the initials ACDC on a sewing machine. The brothers believed the name symbolized the group's raw energy and powerful performances. Members included Angus Young, Malcolm Young, Larry Van Kriedt, Dave Evans and Colin Burgess. Those who wanted the most success were legendary Australian roadie Ray Arnold and his partner Alan Kissack. The two men convinced 'Chequers' entertainment director Gene Pierson to let the band play the popular Sydney nightclub in 1973. Colin Burgess was the first member fired, and several bassists and drummers passed through the band. next year. The Young brothers decided that Evans was not a suitable leader for the group, as they felt he was more of a glam rocker. It was Gene Pierson who got Bon Scott of “Fraternity” to join them as lead singer. (Paul Sutcliffe, Pg. 34, P.2) In September 1974, Ronald "Bon" Scott replaced Dave Evans. In October 1974, the Australian-only album “High Voltage” was recorded. It lasted only ten days and was based on instrumental songs written by the Young brothers, with lyrics added by Scott. Within a few months the band's line-up had stabilized, with Scott, Malcolm and Angus, bassist Ma...... middle of paper ... rented on DVD under the title "Live at Donington". A year later, AC/DC recorded "Big Gun" for the soundtrack of the Arnold Schwarzenegger film "Last Action Hero", and was released as a single reaching number one on the US Mainstream Rock chart, the album's first #1 single. band. on this table. The group is currently preparing a new album. It's still the same line-up and their most recent tour "Black Ice" sells out everywhere they go. The band says they're still together and planning another tour, which goes to show what a powerhouse AC/DC truly is. The official AC/DC website. Sony Entertainment, 2011. web. December 2 Sutcliffe, Phil and Robert Alford. AC/DC: High Voltage Rock 'n Roll: The Ultimate Illustrated History. St. Paul, MN: Traveler, 2010. Print. “AC/DC INFO BASE”. Coastal IT: Home. Internet. December 2. 2011.