Apprendre à jouer l'album : High voltage

Learn to play the High Voltage album

The album “High Voltage” is AC/DC's first international album, released in 1976. However, there is an important distinction between the Australian and international versions of this album.

In Australia, “High Voltage” is actually AC/DC's second studio album, released in 1975. It is mainly composed of original songs written by the group, some of which have become rock classics, such as “TNT”, “High Voltage” and “It’s a Long Way to the Top (If You Wanna Rock ’n’ Roll)”. This album helped establish AC/DC's reputation as a powerful and dynamic hard rock band.

The international version of “High Voltage”, released in 1976, is largely a compilation of the best songs from the Australian album “High Voltage” as well as the album “TNT”, released in Australia in 1975. This international version was designed to introduce AC/DC to the global market and included songs like “It's a Long Way to the Top (If You Wanna Rock 'n' Roll)”, “The Jack” and “Can I Sit Next to You Girl” .

“High Voltage,” in its various versions, is an iconic album that captures the raw energy and rebellious attitude of early AC/DC. With its catchy guitar riffs, provocative lyrics and electrifying energy, this album established the foundation for the band's signature sound and contributed to their subsequent worldwide success.