ACDC vs Bon Scott

ACDC vs Bon Scott

Author: Gamut Podcast Network February 11, 2026 Duration: 47:14
Brian and Murdock take a challenge on from a young listener interested in ACDC and dig into the rumors and conspiracies surrounding the death of Bon Scott and what he might have left behind... Support the show on Patreon See the show on YouTube Visit the show on Instagram Visit the show on Facebook Sign up for Brian's daily FIVE SONGS email! (It's free!) SHOW NOTES: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bon_Scott https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AC/DC https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Young_(rock_musician) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Powerage https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mutt_Lange https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Highway_to_Hell http://uncut.co.uk/features/acdc-the-true-adventures-of-bon-scott-3713/2/ https://www.reddit.com/r/ACDC/comments/vq5rjv/bon_scotts_contribution_on_back_in_black/ https://www.revolvermag.com/music/highway-hell-story-behind-acdcs-breakthrough-final-album-bon-scott/ https://www.loudersound.com/features/ac-dc-the-making-of-highway-to-hell https://www.reddit.com/r/videos/comments/t52rcr/young_acdc_with_bon_scott_dressed_as_a_woman/?chainedPosts=t3_vq5rjv https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/articles/features/how_involved_was_bon_scott_in_the_writing_of_acdcs_back_in_black-158566 https://stuffnobodycaresabout.com/2023/11/06/this-ac-dc-demo-turned-into-one-of-their-most-iconic-songs/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brian_Johnson https://faroutmagazine.co.uk/singers-who-rejected-ac-dc/ https://people.com/music/iggy-pop-says-ac-dc-ex-manager-once-asked-him-to-join-the-band/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Back_in_Black https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_best-selling_albums https://ecwpress.com/products/bon-the-last-highway https://www.reddit.com/r/nonmurdermysteries/comments/rghmfq/how_much_of_acdcs_back_in_black_was_written_by/#:~:text=But%20why%20would%20they%20not,the%20soul%20of%20the%20band https://www.forbes.com/sites/ruthblatt/2014/04/30/why-being-a-family-business-made-acdc-the-most-consistent-brand-in-rock-n-roll/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ever wonder about the real story behind that infamous backstage fight, the mysterious studio session, or the lyric everyone misinterprets? Rock N Roll Story Guys digs into the fertile ground where legend meets fact. Hosted by two lifelong friends with a deep passion for music lore, this podcast from the Gamut Podcast Network unpacks the tall tales, persistent rumors, and often-overlooked details that have shaped rock history. Each episode focuses on a specific band, album, or cultural moment, weaving a narrative that goes far beyond the standard biography. You’ll hear them debate contested accounts, share obscure trivia, and attempt to separate decades of hearsay from what actually might have happened. It’s less a dry lecture and more like eavesdropping on a fascinating conversation between two incredibly knowledgeable pals. The tone is casual and often humorous, fueled by a genuine enthusiasm for the subject matter. Whether exploring the hidden tensions within a classic lineup or tracing the bizarre journey of a hit song, the hosts aim to provide context and clarity to stories that have become muddled over time. For anyone who loves music history but craves more than the textbook version, this podcast offers a deeper, more nuanced look at the soundtrack of our lives. The discussion is rooted in research but delivered with the ease of a late-night chat, making complex histories accessible and downright entertaining. You’re not just getting a list of dates and names; you’re getting the messy, human, and frequently surprising stories behind the music that defined generations.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Rock N Roll Story Guys
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Brian and Murdock talk about Canadian journalist/guerrilla interviewer Nardwuar and that time that a certain member of a Brit pop band just wasn't feeling his interview style... Support the show on Patreon See the show o…
Mark Morrison vs Return of the Mack [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Brian and Murdock deep dive on the British bad boy who got famous for party anthems and his out of control life style. Did he hire an impersonator to get out of performing? Or for something totally different?! Support th…
Berlin vs Take My Breath Away [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:05
Brian and Murdock make a case for Terri Nunn - lead singer of Berlin - as forgotten feminist icon while examining the story behind the movie soundtrack single that made the band huge - and broke the band up. Support the…
Rock N Roll vs New Years Eve [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:37
The guys get into two separate stories from the 70's chronicling rock n roll showmanship colliding with wild year-end countdowns. Support the show on Patreon See the show on YouTube Visit the show on Instagram Visit the…
Band Aid vs Christmas [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:37
Brian and Murdock relive the horrors of Christmas seasons past - particularly the ones where they had to play Christmas songs on the radio - and get at why one particular tune always got under the skin. Support the show…
Songs vs the Christmas season [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:19
The guys get a stack of letters, each asking for clarification on a similar point - are these classic tunes REALLY "Christmas songs"? Support the show on Patreon See the show on YouTube Visit the show on Instagram Visit…
Leonard Cohen vs Kelley Lynch [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:53
Brian breaks down a couple of seemingly tall tales about the poet-turned-troubadour and uncovers another bad business manager cautionary ode. Support the show on Patreon See the show on YouTube Visit the show on Instagra…
Leon Russell vs Teddy Jack Eddy [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:54
The guys get an earful and an education on the Tulsa Sound and sketch comedy when a listener asks about Leon Russell's drummer. Support the show on Patreon See the show on YouTube Visit the show on Instagram Visit the sh…
Bjork vs the stalker [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:53
A listener letter leads Brian and Murdock to another sliding doors speculation – if a certain tragedy hadn’t happened to Bjork in 1996, would the world of music sound very different today? Support the show on Patreon See…
Mr. Big vs Van Halen [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:51
A question from a listener unlocks the “sliding doors” history that exists between members of Van Halen and the accomplished musicians who would join forces to form Mr. Big. Support the show on Patreon See the show on Yo…