A Nice Pair: AC/DC

It’s Sunday which means it’s time for A Nice Pair – book and vinyl pairings that go together like the first week of September and freshly sharpened pencils. Today we’re pairing the book The Lives of Brian by Brian Johnson with Back in Black by AC/DC.

In The Lives of Brian, AC/DC frontman Brian Johnson recounts his journey from a working-class childhood in Newcastle to global rock stardom. He shares tales of early musical struggles, the heartbreak and hope that led to joining one of the biggest rock bands in history and the electrifying experience of recording Back in Black.

Originally released in 1980, Back in Black marked AC/DC’s powerful comeback after the death of lead singer Bon Scott. With Brian Johnson stepping in, the album fused explosive riffs and bold lyrics into a tribute that was anything but mournful. It became a rock milestone, selling millions and cementing the band’s legacy with tracks like Hells Bells and Back in Black.