AC/DC – For Those About To Rock [180g Black Vinyl]

For Those About To Rock by AC/DC served as the highly anticipated follow-up to their monumental Back in Black, capturing the band at the height of their commercial and creative powers. This 180-gram black vinyl reissue preserves the raw energy of Brian Johnson’s second album with the group, showcasing AC/DC’s ability to maintain their trademark sound while exploring slightly more diverse musical territory. Produced once again by Robert John “Mutt” Lange, the album demonstrated that the band’s partnership with Johnson was built to last, delivering another collection of arena-ready anthems that would cement their status as hard rock royalty throughout the 1980s and beyond.

The album’s sound maintains the crystal-clear production values of its predecessor while incorporating subtle variations that kept AC/DC’s formula fresh and engaging. Standout tracks include the thunderous title track “For Those About to Rock (We Salute You),” the driving rocker “Let’s Get It Up,” and the menacing “Inject the Venom,” each showcasing Johnson’s powerful vocal delivery and the band’s mastery of simple yet devastating riffs. The record features some of AC/DC’s most memorable guitar work from the Young brothers, with Angus delivering particularly scorching solos while Malcolm provides the rock-solid rhythmic foundation that anchors every track with unwavering precision.

This 180-gram vinyl pressing brings substantial weight and enhanced fidelity to the album’s powerful sound, with the heavyweight vinyl stock providing improved tracking stability and reduced surface noise for optimal listening quality. The pressing captures every nuance of Lange’s polished production, from the thunderous impact of Phil Rudd’s drumming to the razor-sharp attack of the guitar tones, while preserving the full dynamic range that makes these songs perfect for both intimate listening and arena-level volume. The packaging faithfully reproduces the original artwork featuring the band’s iconic cannon imagery, making this pressing an essential upgrade for collectors and a perfect introduction for newcomers to AC/DC’s catalog.

• Format: 180g Black Vinyl LP
• Standout tracks: “For Those About to Rock (We Salute You),” “Let’s Get It Up,” “Inject the Venom”
• Pressing details: 180-gram heavyweight black vinyl with original artwork and packaging
• Genre/style: Hard Rock, Arena Rock, Heavy Metal, Classic Rock
• UPC: 696998020818

This heavyweight pressing delivers AC/DC’s triumphant follow-up with the sonic power and premium quality that matches its legendary status in hard rock history.

* The Spotify track list may not exactly represent the tracks and audio of this LP edition.

Track List:

Side A:

1. For Those About To Rock (We Salute You)
2. I Put The Finger On You
3. Let’s Get It Up
4. Inject The Venom
5. Snowballed

Side B:

1. Evil Walks
2. C.O.D.
3. Breaking The Rules
4. Night Of The Long Knives
5. Spellbound