Fly on the Wall cover

Fly on the Wall

AC/DC · 1985

39 min · 10 tracks · hard rock · rock & roll · blues rock

A raw, gritty collection of hard rock anthems driven by relentless guitar riffs and Bon Scott-esque swagger.

Why listen to this

Best for
steady energetic flow throughout for a road trip inviting sing-along moments
Context
Released on June 28, 1985, 'Fly on the Wall' was AC/DC's ninth studio album and marked a period of transition following the success of their previous album 'For Those About to Rock We Salute You'. The band was adjusting to a changing music landscape yet remained committed to their signature sound, solidifying their legacy in the hard rock genre.
If you like
hard rock, rock & roll, blues rock

Fly on the Wall is an album by AC/DC, released in 1985. A raw, gritty collection of hard rock anthems driven by relentless guitar riffs and Bon Scott-esque swagger. 'Fly on the Wall' had a mixed critical reception but produced notable tracks like 'Shake Your Foundations', which became a staple in live performances. The album peaked at No. 32 on the Billboard 200 chart, reinforcing AC/DC's presence as one of the leading bands in rock during the mid-80s despite emerging competition from new wave and pop acts. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Fly on the Wall sound like?

A raw, gritty collection of hard rock anthems driven by relentless guitar riffs and Bon Scott-esque swagger. Rooted in hard rock and rock & roll.

What makes Fly on the Wall by AC/DC notable?

'Fly on the Wall' had a mixed critical reception but produced notable tracks like 'Shake Your Foundations', which became a staple in live performances. The album peaked at No. 32 on the Billboard 200 chart, reinforcing AC/DC's presence as one of the leading bands in rock during the mid-80s despite emerging competition from new wave and pop acts. Released on June 28, 1985, 'Fly on the Wall' was AC/DC's ninth studio album and marked a period of transition following the success of their previous album 'For Those About to Rock We Salute You'. The band was adjusting to a changing music landscape yet remained committed to their signature sound, solidifying their legacy in the hard rock genre.

Who is Fly on the Wall for?

Fly on the Wall works well if you're into steady energetic flow throughout, for a road trip and inviting sing-along moments.

How many songs are on Fly on the Wall?

Fly on the Wall has 10 tracks, running approximately 39 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·39:54

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Fly on the Wall Standout 3:42
  • 2 Shake Your Foundations Standout 4:08
  • 3 First Blood 3:43
  • 4 Danger 4:21
  • 5 Sink the Pink Standout 4:12
  • 6 Playing With Girls 3:43
  • 7 Stand Up 3:53
  • 8 Hell or High Water 4:33
  • 9 Back in Business 4:19
  • 10 Send for the Man 3:15

Release Date

June 28, 1985

Genre

blues rock, hard rock

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Artist Origin

Australia

Runtime

39 min 54 sec