Plug Me In

AC/DC · 2007

259 min · 79 tracks · hard rock · rock & roll · blues rock

A thunderous collection of live performances that captures the raw energy of AC/DC's early years.

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Best for: dynamic live performance energy wave-like pacing with peaks nostalgic for classic vibes
Context: Released in 2007, 'Plug Me In' showcases AC/DC's vibrant history from their inception in 1973 through the Bon Scott era and beyond. This compilation came after a period of renewed interest following the success of their 2005 album 'Black Ice', highlighting their enduring appeal and influence in rock music.
If you like: hard rock, rock & roll, blues rock

Plug Me In is an album by AC/DC, released in 2007. A thunderous collection of live performances that captures the raw energy of AC/DC's early years. This album is significant as it compiles rare live recordings and interviews from the band's formative years, providing fans with a glimpse into their energetic performances. The release was well-received, further solidifying AC/DC's legacy as one of rock's most enduring acts and contributing to the ongoing appreciation of their classic sound. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Plug Me In sound like?

A thunderous collection of live performances that captures the raw energy of AC/DC's early years. Rooted in hard rock and rock & roll.

What makes Plug Me In by AC/DC notable?

This album is significant as it compiles rare live recordings and interviews from the band's formative years, providing fans with a glimpse into their energetic performances. The release was well-received, further solidifying AC/DC's legacy as one of rock's most enduring acts and contributing to the ongoing appreciation of their classic sound. Released in 2007, 'Plug Me In' showcases AC/DC's vibrant history from their inception in 1973 through the Bon Scott era and beyond. This compilation came after a period of renewed interest following the success of their 2005 album 'Black Ice', highlighting their enduring appeal and influence in rock music.

Who is Plug Me In for?

Plug Me In works well if you're into dynamic live performance energy, wave-like pacing with peaks and nostalgic for classic vibes.

How many songs are on Plug Me In?

Plug Me In has 79 tracks, running approximately 259 minutes.

Tracklist

79 tracks·259:54

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

Disc 1

1 High Voltage (King of Pop Awards, Australia, October 1975) Standout 4:11
2 It’s a Long Way to the Top (If You Wanna Rock ’n’ Roll) (Bandstand, Australia, February 1978) 4:49
3 School Days (St. Albans High School, Australia, March 1976) 5:49
4 T.N.T. (St. Albans High School, Australia, March 1976) Standout 4:45
5 Live Wire (Super Pop/Rollin’ Bolan, July 1976) 6:22
6 Can I Sit Next to You Girl (Super Pop/Rollin’ Bolan, July 1976) 4:11
7 Baby Please Don’t Go (Myer Music Bowl, Melbourne, December 1976) 11:54
8 Hell Ain’t a Bad Place to Be (Sight & Sound in Concert, London, October 1977) 5:31
9 Rocker (Sight & Sound in Concert, London, October 1977) 8:00
10 Rock ’n’ Roll Damnation (Apollo Theatre, Glasgow, April 1978) 3:49
11 Dog Eat Dog (Apollo Theatre, Glasgow, April 1978) 4:30
12 Let There Be Rock (Apollo Theatre, Glasgow, April 1978) 8:24
13 Problem Child (Rock Goes to College, Colchester, October 1978) 5:03
14 Sin City (Rock Goes to College, Colchester, October 1978) 5:21
15 Bad Boy Boogie (Rock Goes to College, Colchester, October 1978) 8:55
16 Highway to Hell (Countdown, Arnhem, August 1979) 4:18
17 The Jack (Countdown, Arnhem, August 1979) 5:17
18 Whole Lotta Noise (Countdown, Arnhem, August 1979) 5:01
19 Interview at Sydney Airport, April 1976
20 Interview in Covent Garden, London, July 1976
21 Baby Please Don’t Go (Szene 77, Circus Krone, Munich, September 1976) 7:00
22 Problem Child (Myer Music Bowl, Melbourne, December 1976) 0:55
23 Interview/Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap (Promo Film for Melbourne radio, December 1976)
24 Bon Scott Interview, London, November 1977
25 Rock ’n’ Roll Damnation (Top of the Pops, London, June 1978) 2:58
26 Live and Interview (Australian Music to the World, Atlanta GA, August 1978)
27 Live Super 8 Bootleg Film (Théatre de Verdure, Nice, December 1979)

Disc 2

1 Shot Down in Flames (Nihon Seinenkan, Tokyo, February 1981) 3:36
2 What Do You Do for Money Honey (Nihon Seinenkan, Tokyo, February 1981) 3:05
3 You Shook Me All Night Long (Nihon Seinenkan, Tokyo, February 1981) 4:23
4 T.N.T. / Let There Be Rock (Nihon Seinenkan, Tokyo, February 1981) 6:01
5 Back in Black (Capital Center, Landover MD, December 1981) 3:51
6 T.N.T. (Capital Center, Landover MD, December 1981) 3:48
7 Shoot to Thrill (The Summit, Houston TX, October 1983) 5:27
8 Guns for Hire (Joe Louis Arena, Detroit MI, November 1983) 5:46
9 Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap (Joe Louis Arena, Detroit MI, November 1983) 4:19
10 Flick of the Switch (Capital Center, Landover MD, December 1983) 3:33
11 Bedlam in Belgium (Capital Center, Landover MD, December 1983) 3:26
12 Back in Black (Tushino Airfield, Moscow, September 1991) 2:21
13 Highway to Hell (Tushino Airfield, Moscow, September 1991) 3:41
14 Whole Lotta Rosie (Tushino Airfield, Moscow, September 1991) 4:28
15 For Those About to Rock (We Salute You) (Tushino Airfield, Moscow, September 1991) 6:34
16 Gone Shootin’ (VH1 Studios, London, July 1996) 5:24
17 Hail Caesar (Entertainment Center, Sydney, November 1996) 5:51
18 Ballbreaker (Entertainment Center, Sydney, November 1996) 4:29
19 Rock and Roll Ain't Noise Pollution (Entertainment Center, Sydney, November 1996) 5:22
20 Hard as a Rock (Stade de France, Paris, June 2001) 5:13
21 Hells Bells (Stade de France, Paris, June 2001) 5:45
22 Ride On (Stade de France, Paris, June 2001) 6:26
23 Stiff Upper Lip (Circus Krone, Munich, June 2003) 4:08
24 Thunderstruck (Circus Krone, Munich, June 2003) 5:19
25 If You Want Blood (You’ve Got It) (Downsview Park, Toronto Rocks, July 2003) 6:08
26 The Jack (Downsview Park, Toronto Rocks, July 2003) 9:43
27 You Shook Me All Night Long (Downsview Park, Toronto Rocks, July 2003) 4:04
28 Beavis & Butt-Head 'Ballbreaker Tour' Intro Film, 1996
29 Hells Bells: Interview and Live (Countdown, Brussels, January 1981)
30 Interview (Monsters of Rock, Castle Donington Park, August 1984)
31 Gone Shootin’ (rehearsal, VH1 Studios, London, July 1996) 4:21
32 Rock Me Baby (Festwiese, Leipzig, June 2003) 6:19

Disc 3

1 She's Got Balls (St. Albans High School, Australia, March 1976)
2 It's a Long Way to the Top (If You Wanna Rock 'n' Roll) (St. Albans High School, Australia, March 1976)
3 Let There Be Rock (Sight & Sound in Concert, London, October 1977)
4 Bad Boy Boogie (Apollo Theatre, Glasgow, April 1976)
5 Girls Got Rhythm (Top Pop, Holland, November 1979)
6 Guns for Hire (Band Rehearsals, Los Angeles, October 1983)
7 This House Is on Fire (Joe Louis Arena, Detroit MI, November 1983)
8 Highway to Hell (RDS, Dublin, June 1996)
9 Girls Got Rhythm (Entertainment Center, Sydney, November 1996)
10 Let There Be Rock (Schleyerhalle, Stuttgart, October 2000)
11 Angus Statue Intro (Stiff Upper Lip Tour Film, June 2001)
12 Guns for Hire (live at Houston Summit, October 1983)
13 Shoot to Thrill (live at Houston Summit, October 1983)
14 Sin City (live at Houston Summit, October 1983)
15 This House Is on Fire (live at Houston Summit, October 1983)
16 Back in Black (live at Houston Summit, October 1983)
17 Bad Boy Boogie (live at Houston Summit, October 1983)
18 Rock and Roll Ain't Noise Pollution (live at Houston Summit, October 1983)
19 Flick of the Switch (live at Houston Summit, October 1983)
20 Hells Bells (live at Houston Summit, October 1983)