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AC/DC Band member has an illness - New album has been put on hold!

noreply@blogger.com (Blackice Tour Fan blog News) — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 12:03:00 PST

Singer Johnson reveals Aussie giants are waiting for a band member to recuperate – but won’t say which one?

AC/DC have put work on their new album on hold due to illness – but they’re hoping to be back in action later this year.

AC/DC was in UK last year for the new release live Album "AC/DC live at River Plate"

Singer Brian Johnson reveals the Aussie giants were waiting for someone to recuperate, although he wouldn’t identify the band member in question.

During an appearance on a recent edition of "The Cowhead Show", the American radio program hosted by Mike "Cowhead" Calta, Johnson revealed that health issues were affecting one of his band mates, which may have put new album plans temporarily on hold. "One of the boys is a little sick and I can't say anything, but he's getting better," Brian said. "He's doing good and will have a Full recovery"

when the particular member is feeling better. If anything, the band will be grateful just to continue, after feeling in the past that they wouldn't last much longer.

If all goes to plan, AC/DC intend to be in the studio recording later in 2012.

The band took some time off after their record-breaking Black Ice world tour.

During 2010 one in every fifteen major concert tickets sold in the world was an AC/DC pass.

AC/DC’s 2008 LP ‘Black Ice’ debuted at No. 1 in 29 countries and has sold 6 million copies worldwide. ‘Black Ice’ was also the band’s first album to top the Billboard 200 albums chart since their 1981 release ‘For Those About to Rock We Salute You.’

Lead guitarist Angus Young recently said: “We’re planning another tour. We’re thinking, ‘How can we ever better the Black Ice world tour?’ We don’t know how yet – but we will. We’ll go out again once we get a new album out.”

Johnson added: “We’ll stop when the beast doesn’t need feeding any more – when it doesn’t feel amazing any more.”

Source: Rocknewsdesk.com

2 Video's of Brian Johnson & he is scheduled to race the 24 hour Rolex Series Daytona this weekend

noreply@blogger.com (Blackice Tour Fan blog News) — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 08:50:06 PST

DAYTONA BEACH -- AC/DC lead singer Brian Johnson is "pumped" about his next gig. And it has nothing to do with rock 'n' roll.

The 64-year-old Englishman, who has called Sarasota home for the last two decades, is scheduled to make his Grand-Am Rolex Series Daytona Prototype debut in this weekend's Rolex 24 At Daytona.

The son of an English coal miner, Johnson will team with Byron DeFoor, Elliott Forbes-Robinson, Jim Pace and Carlos de Queseda in the No. 50 BMW Riley prototype and make a run at overall honors.

Johnson has plenty of racing experience. He owns a vintage T70 Lola and runs in several historic sportscar events every year.

This is his first crack at Daytona in a new sports car, though.
DeFoor approached Johnson about this idea at a historic racing event. The original idea was to have all of the drivers on the team be over 50, a scheme that appealed to Johnson's sense of humor.

The race team has set up a Facebook page at hatcherfoundation.org/highwaytohelp and a Twitter account, @austinhatcherfo, to keep fans updated as the race progresses.

HSR with Brian Johnson. Coming soon! Don't Miss It!!!

One of the most gruelling races in the World at the Daytona International Speedway plays host to many British racing drivers young and old . Here is a flavour of what to expect. Look out for AC/DC front man the incredible Brian Johnson.

AC DC singer Brian Johnson talks about Rolex 24 th

AC/DC singer Brian Johnson discusses Rolex 24 then talks 1-on-1 about rock and roll in what looks like a closet.

Brian Johnson on What It's Like to Race at Daytona

AC/DC lead singer and driver of the No. 50 50+/Predator Racing BMW Riley, Brian Johnson, will compete in the 50th anniversary Rolex 24 At Daytona on January 28-29. Listen as Brian talks about driving on the challenging twists and turns of the road course at Daytona International Speedway.

WHEN: Saturday and Sunday at the Rolex 24 At Daytona (Daytona International Speedway)

CAR: No. 50 BMW Riley Daytona Prototype

DONATIONS: During the race, fans may text "ACDC" or 2232 to 501501 to donate $10 to the Austin Hatcher Foundation

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Source: Daytona Beach News-Journal

AC/DC - 1976 bagPiper Les Kenfield perform the song on the back of a truck cruising the Hobart waterfront

noreply@blogger.com (Blackice Tour Fan blog News) — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 22:57:12 PST

It's a lung way to the top

WHEN piper Les Kenfield agreed to help a young rock band called AC/DC shoot a film clip in 1976, because singer Bon Scott "wasn't very good on the pipes", he had no idea he was signing up to be part of music history.

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IN THE BAG: Piper Les Kenfield with Nell and friends in the background.

Filmed on the back of a flat-bed truck driving down Swanston St in the Melbourne CBD, the clip for the single It's a Long Way to the Top is now arguably the best-known Australian music video, with Mr Kenfield and two of his fellow Rats of Tobruk Pipe Band pipers featuring prominently.

But Mr Kenfield, now 66, said "it wasn't a big deal at the time".
"AC/DC weren't such a big name then" he said.

"Now, three generations of people absolutely love AC/DC."

Mr Kenfield and artist Nell recreated the clip at the MONA FOMA launch in Sydney in October.
And on Jan 22th from 2pm they'll perform the song on the back of a truck cruising the Hobart waterfront.

link: It's a lung way to the top

Source: TheMercury.com.au by: Kane Young

MOFO just gets bigger

All-girl rock band reprise the classic Long Way to the Top with the original bagpipers

(IT'S A LONG WAY TO THE TOP (IF YOU WANNA ROCK AND ROLL) SYDNEY, 2011)

MONA FOMA festival, which was launched in suitably flamboyant style in Sydney and in Tas

Media from across Australia gathered underneath the Sydney Harbour Bridge for last night's extravagant event, which saw Sydney artist Nell and her all-girl rock band re-create AC/DC's classic Long Way to the Top film-clip, performing on the back of a moving flat-bed truck complete with the original bagpipers used by AC/DC.

NELL - LET THERE BE ROBE

MONA
OPENING JAN 13, 2012
-FEB 13, 2012

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AC/DC Fan Artist "Let There Be Robe" Made From AC/DC T-Shirts

Source: TheMercury.com.au

Robe fit for kings of Oz rock

Stern Pinball announced today the availability of the AC/DC pinball machine.

noreply@blogger.com (Blackice Tour Fan blog News) — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 18:51:36 PST

Stern Pinball Launches Anticipated AC/DC Pinball Machine.

The newest addition to the iconic Stern collection honors one of the most legendary rock and roll bands the world has ever seen.

The AC/DC pinball machine allows players to experience the power of rock and roll with their own two hands. Players will be able to rock out to 12 classic AC/DC hits including "Back in Black," "Highway to Hell" and "You Shook Me All Night Long.

" Other exciting game features include two separate ramps, a lower play field, ball shooting cannon, eight drop targets, a mechanized Hell's Bell and animations of the AC/DC band.

Players can also join the party with a TNT detonator and the Devil's Jukebox. This tribute to one of rock and roll's most memorable bands pushes the auditory limits with its sound, style and infectious riffs. The AC/DC machine is designed to rock.

"The combination of classic rock and pinball can't go wrong," said Gary Stern, founder, CEO and chairman of Stern Pinball. "The music and play of the AC/DC machine delivers nothing less than the ultimate rock experience that both AC/DC fans and pinball players can appreciate."

The AC/DC game continues both the Stern Pinball and the Stern family tradition of producing quality pinball machines for young and old. The company traces its lineage to Philadelphia in the 1930s when Sam Stern entered the business of operating pinball games.

Stern passed his lifelong enthusiasm for the game and the business of pinball to his son Gary Stern who founded Stern Pinball. Today pinball remains one of America's favorite pastimes.

An unstoppable force in rock and roll, AC/DC's last studio album Black Ice was released globally in October 2008 and debuted at #1 in 31 countries.

AC/DC spent the next 20 months crisscrossing the planet and playing to over 5 million people on their hugely successful Black Ice World Tour. AC/DC's intense live performances and innovative guitar driven music are at the core of the band's 30-year legacy of great rock and roll music.

AC/DC LE Prototype Pictures from PinballNews.com

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AC/DC Fan Artist "Let There Be Robe" Made From AC/DC T-Shirts

noreply@blogger.com (Blackice Tour Fan blog News) — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 05:49:13 PST

IT is going to be a black T-shirt kind of week for artist and rock 'n' roll lover Nell.

BAND FAN: Artist Nell with her exhibition at MONA, Let There Be Robe. picture: LUKE BOWDEN

The Sydney-based artist has contributed a suite of AC/DC-themed offerings for MONA FOMA 2012, describing it as a tribute to one of her favourite groups.

"I'm from Maitland originally and AC/DC is of course the soundtrack to urban and suburban youth," she said.

"I'd been making work with references to AC/DC for a while, so this kind of tribute had been coming for a while."

Nell's art installation, Let There Be Robe, is one of three new installations unveiled at MONA this week to coincide with MONA FOMA.

Let There Be Robe comprises a hand-sewn Buddhist-style robe made from AC/DC T-shirts, standing with outspread arms like the white-robed Bon Scott in the iconic film clip for Let There Be Rock, in front of a pile of white guitar picks, the white walls of the room adorned with crosses made from broken drumsticks, paintbrushes and other items.

"I wanted it to be like a rock 'n' roll temple, a shrine or chapel, with the picks invoking the look of a pile of rice, like an offering," Nell said.

She had thousands of white picks printed with her own name in AC/DC's instantly recognizable lettering.

"I wanted to try to discourage people from stealing them, so you can buy them at the gift shop for $2 each," she said.

Nell also will be playing bass guitar on the back of a truck at 2pm on Thursday at Princes Wharf No.1 in a re-creation of AC/DC's A Long Way To The Top film clip, including Les, the bagpiper from the original 1976 clip.

And on Friday and Saturday she will be chanting the words to Let There Be Rock.

Tittle: Robe fit for kings of Oz rock

Story from: TheMercury.com.au By: TIM MARTAIN

Brian Johnson test ‘Highway To Help’ Fundraising at Daytona International Speedway

noreply@blogger.com (Blackice Tour Fan blog News) — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 11:09:36 PST

AC/DC singer Brian Johnson is combining two of his passions this weekend at the Daytona International Speedway: racing and raising money for those affected by pediatric cancer.

(Photo by Andrew Hone/Getty Images for Red Bull)

“Highway To Help” campaign at the “Roar Before the Rolex 24″ auto racing test sessions in Daytona Beach, Florida. Johnson aims to raise $ 1 million for families affected by pediatric cancer.

The three-day test session has concluded on Sunday afternoon at Daytona International Speedway.

On January 28 and 29, the 50th Anniversary 24-hours-of-racing “Rolex 24″ takes place on the 3.56 mile road course. Johnson will be driving in it and so will actor Patrick Dempsey, both raising money for charities.

If you want to contribute to Johnson’s cause, you can text 2232 to 501501 to donate $10, or visit HatcherFoundation.org to donate.

The 50+/Predator Racing Daytona Prototype driven by Brian Johnson Photo by Joe Jennings

Several Grand-Am Rolex Sports Car Series teams traveled to the Daytona International Speedway this week for two days of testing on the 3.56-mile road course. The teams were focused on preparations for the 50th anniversary edition of the Rolex 24.

Patrick Dempsey, left, and Brian Johnson chat in the garage during the Roar Before The Rolex 24.

Dempsey and Johnson: The Roar Before The Rolex 24 also showcased actor Patrick Dempsey and AC/DC lead singer Brian Johnson, who were turning laps with their teams in preparation for the twice-around-the-clock endurance challenge.

Dempsey, who finished on the podium in the GT class in last year’s Rolex 24, is returning for his fifth Rolex 24 start. Meanwhile Johnson is making first Rolex 24 start and first GRAND-AM start in the No. 50 50+Predator/Alegra BMW Riley.

Dempsey’s No. 40 Mazda was 33rd in the GT class on the cumulative speed charts while Johnson’s No. 50 BMW Riley was 13th among Daytona Prototypes.

By: Sir Doc A Lot at 95.5glo.com

AC/DC 1974 7" Debut Single 'Can I Sit Next To You Girl' sold for $1,225.00au

noreply@blogger.com (Blackice Tour Fan blog News) — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 09:58:16 PST

AC/DC Debut 7” vinyl single of ‘Can I Sit Next To You Girl’, the debut song for AC/DC, The Bid from January 2nd did reach to $1000 and was still bidding until ended on the 10th of Jan on eBay Australia.

Now Sold for $1,225.00AU dollars, top price was paid by an AC/DC Fan.

Seller Item location: Adelaide, SA, Australia will end by 10 Jan, 2012 12:08:14 AEDST

AC/DC first 7' Vinyl Single Release, the hit song Can I Sit Next To You Girl and on the other side 'Rockin’ in the Parlour' was played first time by many Radio station around Australia in 1974.

The single, released in Australia on the Albert Productions label, looks in mint condition and at time of publication had attracted many bids, the top so far at $AUD1,225.00.

That didn’t go unnoticed by Dave Evans who wrote of Facebook, “Wow !! Check out my old single on ebay. Over a thousand dollar so far !!!”

‘Can I Sit Next To Your Girl’ was released in 1974 and featured original lead singer Dave Evans.
Dave left after just one single and was replaced by Bon Scott. AC/DC re-recorded the song with Bon on vocals for their second album ‘TNT’.

The notes of eBay state the single is “a beautiful example of one of the rarest and most desirable AC/DC records”. It is “in near mint condition and plays superbly”. The disc is still contained in its original EMI cover.

Artist: AC/DC

Title: Can I Sit Next To You Girl/Rockin’ in the Parlour

Format: 7” Vinyl Single

Country of Origin: Australia

Year of Release: 1974

Label: Albert Productions (through EMI Australia)

Catalogue #: AP – 10551

Matrix #: 7YAPA1173

Source: Noise11 by Paul Cashmere

Happy Brithday Mr Malcolm Mitchell young of AC/DC today at age 59, born on January 6th 1953

noreply@blogger.com (Blackice Tour Fan blog News) — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 07:00:41 PST

Happy Brithday Mr Malcolm Mitchell young of AC/DC today at age 59, born in Glasgow, Scotland on January 6 1953.

founding member, rhythm guitarist, backing vocalist and songwriter for the Australian hard rock band AC/DC will always be Malcolm band then his brother Angus young join in with him a week later along with Dave Evans, Colin Burgess and Larry van Kriedt back in late 1973. from then onward all your fans from around the world loved everything you do with your band, Mal your the boss with the brains to know how you can make your fans from around the world feel happy with AC/DC. Let There Be Rock Mal We All Salute You On Your Brithday!

Brain and Malcolm Band Sessions For The BIB Album April 1980, 'Back in Black' song was recorded in The Bahamas and produced in New York by Mutt Lange, then came the release of back in black July 25th 1980 without former lead singer Bon Scott who died on 19th February 1980 the Album was dedicated to him.

Malcolm Young behind Phil drums with Brian and Angus for a photo shot when working on the BIB Album Band Sessions April 1980.

Back in 1973 New Year Eve "AC/DC First Gig Was At Chequers in Sydney, Australia"

noreply@blogger.com (Blackice Tour Fan blog News) — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 08:28:28 PST

When Dave Evans was a young man he found a job from a music mag, looking for a lead singer for a new band so he moved to Sydney where he helped form a band (no name yet!) with Malcolm Young, Colin Burgess and Larry van Kriedt - a week later Malcolm's younger brother Angus joined, then later on Malcolm and Angus Young developed the idea for the band's name after their older sister, Margaret Young, saw the initials "AC/DC" on the back of a sewing machine.

On New Years Eve, December 31st 1973 AC/DC would perform their very first live show at Chequers in Sydney, Australia.

(Photo of AC/DC had a live show early in 1974 with fans at Chequers in Sydney)

December 31st New Year Eve, 1973 --At Chequers, Sydney, Australia.

Set List:

1) School Days
2) Honky Tonk Woman
3) Get Back
4) Jumpin' Jack Flash
5) No Particular Place To Go
6) Nadine
7) I Want You (She's So Heavy)
8) The Old Bay Road
9) Midnight Rock
10) Sunset Strip
11) Rock N' Roll Singer
12) Soul Stripper
13) Rockin' In The Parlour
14) Can I Sit Next To You Girl
15) Baby, Please Don't Go

AC/DC's promo-video for the debut single 'Can I Sit Next To You Girl' (July, 1974)

front of drum set: First acdc logo with lighting bolt early 1974.

Note: Before watching this video, do keep in mind that it was Malcom and Angus's idea to get the band to dress up in glam outfits. This was the first direction AC/DC took when they started out. The other three are not entirely to blame. This was the third incarnation of AC/DC with a line-up consisting of Dave Evans (vocals), Angus Young (guitar), Malcolm Young (guitar), Rob Bailey (bass)and Peter Clack (drums).

Dave Evans says the following about the promo-video:-
'That is the only video of me with AC/DC that I know of. It was shot at The Last Pictue Show in Cronulla which was an old movie theatre converted into a venue. We played there with Sherbet on a couple of occasions too. The venue was closed to visitors at the time so that we could shoot it'.

AC/DC First photo session early 1974 (Dave Evans, Malcolm Young, Angus Young, Colin Burgess and Larry van Kriedt) Photo shot taken by Philip Morris

A Very Young Angus at age 18 with the band at Chequers night club Sydney, (photo shot taken by Philip Morris)

Trivia: Angus Young was 19 had quit schooling at Sydney's Ashfield Boys High when 'Can I Sit Next To You Girl' was released. Though most people believe the 'A' on Angus' cap is an abbreviation of his name; it in fact, an abbreviation for Ashfield Boys School.

Very first Release single: Rockin' in the Parlour 45' single is on side A when released but on 'side B' was the hit song Can I Sit Next To You Girl was played by many Radio station around Australia in 1974.

Early AC/DC band members Dave, Colin, Peter, Larry and Rob were kicked out of the band then By October 1974 Bon Scott would join the band, and the rest is Acca Dacca history!!

Today AC/DC still continue to be among the best live acts on the planet and later this year 2012 the boys will work on a new Album and next will be their 40th anniversary tour in 2013. Lead singer Brian Johnson says, ”I’ll be celebrating by just being there! and also lead guitarist Angus Young told BANG Showbiz: "Well at some point we'll be touring again once we get a new album out!

We all know There's Gonna Be Some Rockin'... in late 2012!!

Australia is now already January 1st, 2012! Our team from Blackice Tour Fans Blog News wish you all A Ve r y Ha p p y N e w Y e a r!

Son of Bon rock in 2012 - New Year's Eve in Adelaide

noreply@blogger.com (Blackice Tour Fan blog News) — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 02:55:09 PST

Adelaide’s Leading AC/DC cover band Son of Bon are heading to Goolwa ready to rock on New Year’s Eve.

READY TO ROCK: Son of Bon are ready to rock the Goolwa Wharf on New Years Eve. Pictured are band members Jarred Hataier, Kim Barton-Ancliffe, Chris Stewart, Steve Schultz and Chris Walker.

A tribute to Bon Scott, Son of Bon will be joined by special guests Redback Fever - a tribute to The Angels and support band Stray Dogs.

Formed in early 2000, Son of Bon have been entertaining at venues all over South Australia: from Whyalla to Mt Gambier, Port Augusta to Millicent; Bordertown to Goolwa, and Southern, Central and Northern Adelaide.

In 2008 the band gained second place in the Adelaide Casino music competition, and first place in the Elephant and Wheelbarrow Hotel rock music competition.

They played live on Adelaide’s premier FM radio station Triple M for two hours, and performed to a crowd of 5000 loyal fans on New Year’s Eve 2008 at Goolwa.

Following a break during 2009, Son of Bon have returned to the South Australian music scene reinvigorated, with a new lead vocalist and lead guitarist joining the powerhouse rhythm line-up.

New Year's eve Normie

* Saturday December 31, 2011
* 7.30pm Katherine Drive to foreshore
* Food, side shows, rides, DJ Georgie 7pm till 11pm
* Pageant starts 7.30pm Katherine Drive Normanville, winding its way through Main Road, then Jetty Rd to the beach for music, food, fun and fireworks display at about 9.45pm.
* Enquiries and entry forms available at Yankalilla Trading Store, Robyn Burnett on 8558 3324 or Yankalilla Council website (events)

* Beach/trade info Ian Main 8558 2728 and all are welcome.

A family affair to celebrate New Years Eve in Victor

The band represents the bringing together of a diverse range of technical experience, musical talent, and a shared passion for delivering a performance with universal appeal that thrills the audience.

Son of Bon has a compelling stage show, applauded for its energetic and faithful interpretation of Bon Scott’s much-loved take on Australian life. This AC/DC tribute band performs at the highest professional level and their stage show is guaranteed to satisfy the most critical audience.

Tickets to the New Years Eve are $15 and gates open at 5pm.

Pre-sale tickets are available from Southy’s Woodfire Pizza, Cadell Street, Goolwa.

Full 3 page story here: The Times

Molly Meldrum in hospital "best known for his early show Countdown with AC/DC"

noreply@blogger.com (Blackice Tour Fan blog News) — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 13:25:32 PST

Ian Molly Meldrum is fighting for life in Melbourne hospital after suffering critical injuries in a fall at his Melbourne home.

Musician Myles Kennedy, MTV Classic presenter Ian "Molly" Meldrum and Saul Hudson aka "Slash" pose for a photograph MTV Classic: The Launch" at the Crown Metropol on April 27, 2010 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Scott Barbour/Getty Images AsiaPac)

Meldrum, 65, suffered a fractured skull, broken ribs and punctured lung after a fall at his home last night while reportedly putting up Christmas decorations.

Professor Jeffrey Rosenfeld, director of neurosurgery at The Alfred Hospital, said Meldrum was in a critical condition in intensive care and his condition had stabilised overnight.

"We're really concerned for his life - I mean, this is a life and death matter,'' Prof Rosenfeld said.
"He was perfectly well yesterday and here he is fighting for his life."
He said the hospital would conduct further brain scans this morning to gauge Meldrum's progress.

"I think at the moment it's unlikely we'll need more surgery but we'll need to wait and see what that scan shows,'' Prof Rosenfeld said.

"I'm encouraged that he's been stable overnight but he's still very serious."
"We're fighting that battle with him and for him and we're going to hopefully win that battle."
He said Meldrum's severe brain injury was the primary concern and that they couldn't predict what was going to happen.

"We've got him sedated and he's having all the treatment that we give to severe brain injury patients.
"The next 24 hours is critical. We're encouraged by the way he's going so far but he's still critical."
Prof Rosenfeld said it was too early to say when Meldrum would wake up or whether he'd make a complete recovery.

Meldrum, long-time host of top-rating television pop/rock show Countdown, was found unconscious by his gardener before ambulance officers arrived at his Richmond house at 6.40pm.
It is believed he fell off wooden steps while putting up Christmas lights on the roof of his outdoor bar ahead of a party on Sunday.

He suffered extensive injuries including a fractured skull and head injuries, shoulder blade injuries, broken ribs and a punctured lung.

His manager Mark Klemens said he was totally optimistic that Meldrum would pull through.
"He's an absolute trooper and whenever he's been down before he gets straight up so I would be hopeful and confident that he'll be back, looking down the lens saying `Do yourself a favour'," he said.
He said it had been a rough night for himself and that he hadn't had much sleep.

"It's horrendous and it's happened so quickly.
"It's been a horrendous time and Molly's obviously a client of mine ... plus he's also a great friend. I've known him for probably 20 years as my wife has as well.

"He's a person that endears himself to people and he's iconic. He's a very special man."
“I can tell you that he would be absolutely overwhelmed by the response and the interest, and what has been quite extraordinary, and when he finally looks back on all of this I have absolutely no doubt he will be humbled, and so thrilled at the support.”

Mr Klemens said that Meldrum's health before the accident was excellent.
Garry Spry, who has been Meldrum's friend since 1964, said he believed Meldrum had fallen from about 3m above the ground. It is believed he knocked his head on tiles when he fell.

Prime Minister Julia Gillard took to Twitter to wish Meldrum all the best.

"Australia's thoughts are with you, Molly," Ms Gillard tweeted this morning. "Keep fighting."
Longtime friend of Meldrum's, publicist Di Rolle, said she was shocked and upset when she heard the news.

"I was picturing him lying in intensive care and thinking: if he only knew how everybody loved him so much," Ms Rolle said.

"He's touched do many people and you don't realize it until something like this happens."
Many major music identities offered their best wishes to the man they knew well socially and professionally, in a career dating back to the 1960s.

Fans across Australia also sent their messages of support on Twitter.
Russell Morris, who had seen Meldrum only a few hours before, said the pair were planning a recording session for next Monday.

"We are recording some versions of the Tom Petty song I Won't Back Down," he said.
MTR morning host Steve Vizard spent 30 minutes chatting to Meldrum on-air yesterday.
Vizard, a long-time friend of Meldrum's, said he was devastated to hear of the accident.
"He is a great friend of our show. He was in great form. He was fit and happy and was looking forward to Christmas,'' Vizard said.

Molly Meldrum in the courtyard of his Richmond home. (Picture: Alex Coppel HWT Image Library)

"He was talking about spending time in Bangkok and Phuket with his partner.
"He has had the most brilliant year and was happy and joking about his upcoming holiday.
"Everyone is wishing him well."

The rock gods speak to the rock guru, Molly Meldrum, to herald their new album BLACK ICE.

Click link below-: photo views of The Australian hard rock band originally formed in the 70s by brothers, Angus and Malcolm Young.

Molly Meldrum with Bon Scott and Angus Young of AC/DC

Mr Ian "Molly" Meldrum is very supportive of AC/DC BACK IN THE 70S plus Molly interviews with Bon Scott for his show " COUNTDOWN" in Australia. Ian is very well known from many Pop & rock bands world wide for over 30 years now!! He is a very well liked guy.
We are Thinking of you molly hope you make a speedy recovery coz no one wants to see you go not just yet mate you have so many people pray for you around the world :))

full news story update about Molly here from: Herald and Weekly Times

Happy Birthday Cliff Williams 62 years old today!

noreply@blogger.com (Blackice Tour Fan blog News) — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 06:09:29 PST

Happy Birthday Cliff Williams 62 years old today, he is one of the best guitar bass player in the world.

AC/DC in Adelaide on March 5th 2010, Acca Dacca fans welcome home the greatest rock band of all time!!

Photography by BJWOK

Clifford Williams (born 14 December 1949) is an English bassist and backing vocalist, who has been a member of the Australian hard rock band AC/DC since mid-1977.

He had started his professional music career in 1967 and was previously in the British groups Home and Bandit.

His first studio album with AC/DC was Powerage in 1978. The band, including Williams, was inducted into the American Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2003.

Williams's playing style is noted for basic bass lines which follow the rhythm guitar. Williams's side projects, while a member of AC/DC, include benefit concerts and playing with Emir & Frozen Camels on their album San (2002) and an European tour.

AC/DC Phil Rudd waterfront hideaway for sale at Tauranga

noreply@blogger.com (Blackice Tour Fan blog News) — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 07:17:37 PST

AC/DC drummer Phil Rudd is selling his waterfront Tauranga house, It has a rateable value of
$4.05 million, according to its listing on Trade Me.

Photo shots by LJ Hooker

Real estate agent Ken Coull of LJ Hooker has confirmed he has been appointed to sell two properties owned by Rudd in Harbour Drive.

Photo shots by LJ Hooker

The properties are in one building but are two separate units on two levels with two titles.
The ground floor level is listed by LJ Hooker as "Phil Rudd's New Zealand hideaway" and the upper level as "Phil Rudd's other hideaway".

Photo shots by LJ Hooker

Mr Coull said the price for both properties was by negotiation, and they could be purchased separately or together.

Photo shots by LJ Hooker

The 281sq m ground floor unit is listed on Trade Me with a rateable value of $1.92 million.
The upper unit is 305sq m and listed with a rateable value of $2.13 million.

Each level has three bedrooms, three bathrooms and two-car garaging, with views of Mt Maunganui and the harbour.

Photo shots by LJ Hooker

Mr Coull said he had already received a number of inquiries, including from a potential overseas buyer.
One of the listings has had more than 700 views on Trade Me.
Although a number of photos are displayed, viewing of the property is by appointment only.

"We are only showing to genuine buyers. They have to sign a confidentiality agreement before going through the house," said Mr Coull.

The listings make much of Rudd's rock star connection, with a reference to Hell's Bells from the AC/DC Back in Black album and Carry Me Home, a reference to a rarer AC/DC track.

Photo shots by LJ Hooker

Mr Coull said the mention of Rudd's name was a bit of a gimmick as there was worldwide interest in him and AC/DC, but the property also stood up by itself given its location, design and stunning views.
"At the end of the day anyone can buy this property who has the money," Mr Coull said.

Although Rudd bought the two properties as one home, they were originally designed and built as separate houses on two titles for Tauranga businessman Rob Skelton.
Rudd, who is also a Tauranga restaurant owner, bought them two years ago.

The contemporary houses were designed by local award-winning architectural designer Brendon Gordon.

Photo shots by LJ Hooker

The specifications include zinc and plaster cladding, view shafts to maximise natural light, honed basalt tiles, and a ground-level pool, heated with a natural bore.

The kitchens by kitchen designer Steve Wilkinson include a feature wall in dark stained American oak, benches with engineered stone, and hardware by Blum.

Photo shots taken by LJ Hooker

Last month, Rudd opened his new restaurant, Phil's Place, on the Harbour Bridge Marina.

Link : for sale by LJ Hooker at Mt Maunganui / Papamoa ( PHIL RUDD'S NEW ZEALAND HIDEAWAY )

Link to Trade Me web site

Source: http://www.nzherald.co.nz/

A Look at Gameprom's "AC/DC Pinball Rocks HD"

noreply@blogger.com (Blackice Tour Fan blog News) — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 03:42:24 PST

Any pinball fan reading this post can be no stranger to Gameprom and their quality iOS pinball collections, Pinball HD and War Pinball, and related, standalone tables. Last summer, the studio partnered with Sony Music Entertainment to add a little rock and roll to the pinball equation in the form of Slayer Pinball Rocks HD [App Store], a fast and furious Slayer-themed table.

Gameprom has recently rekindled the Sony relationship to release AC/DC Pinball Rocks HD [App Store], a standalone table that makes you want to scream out, "Angus!"

The first thing you'll notice about AC/DC Pinball Rocks is that it's a pretty ornate table, over the top in a fashion that, I think, well fits the band. Arrayed about the table are various bits of AC/DC stage memorabilia, including the Rock 'N Roll Train, Hell's Bell, the For Those About To Rock cannon, and the Highway to Hell, itself.

AC/DC Pinball Rocks HD is a fun table that definitely feels like Gameprom pinball. I won't call it my favorite of their offerings, but it's certainly worth its space on the iOS devices of any pinball fan out there.

As Hell's Bell, the For Those About To Rock cannon, and the Highway to Hell, itself. As you work the table, AC/DC tracks. including "Thunderstruck," "Highway to Hell," and "You Shook Me All Night Long", play along with the action as pyrotechnics blast sparks across your screen. The occasional vocal quip from lead singer Brian Johnson can also be heard during gameplay.

As far as the table itself, it's quite a different experience from the fast-paced Slayer Pinbal. AC/DC Pinball Rocks features slower-paced ball action than the other rock title and notably lacks the two main bumpers typically found above a table's central set of paddles, leaving the center of the table pretty much wide open.

This may seem to be the formula for a bland game of pinball at first, but after playing the game for a short while I realized I was able to be rather more strategic and precise on this table than most others. It's possible, on the AC/DC table, to aim for targets as distant as the far corners, thanks to the ball pacing and the open central area.

That's really not something you can do on a more traditional table and makes for a non-typical game experience. What's more, the sides of the table are nicely busy, with elevators, lightning bumpers, and the mission-lending TNT bundle.

The main reason that the central area of the table is left open is the mini game that takes place there. There are three mini games in all, in fact. On the right side of the screen is a guitar mini-game featuring a small ball pin with paddles, while on the left is a mini-game involving the aforementioned stage cannon. The central area mini-game raises a barrier and challenges you to score in the lower portion of the table, ultimately in a mission to open the Trap Door to Hell.

AC/DC Pinball Rocks is definitely more mini-game focused than any of the studio's other pinball offerings.

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The game features both single- and dual-player modes and offers a variety of camera angles, just like Gameprom's other pinball titles that came before.

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AC/DC plan new album in 2012 Brian Johnson has revealed in an interview on VH1′s That Metal Show

noreply@blogger.com (Blackice Tour Fan blog News) — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 05:28:04 PST

AC/DC frontman Brian Johnson has revealed in an interview on VH1′s That Metal Show that he believes AC/DC will be gearing up for a new album in 2012.

By ACDCfans.net November 28, 2011 Posted in: AC/DC News

Speaking with Eddie Trunk in an hour-long episode, Johnson told how he’d met up with Malcolm Young in October in London. During the pair’s conversation, Malcolm has said to Brian that he was ‘bored’ – pointing towards a desire to get things moving in the direction of a new AC/DC album in 2012.

In a revealing interview, Brian spoke about his joining the band and how Back In Black’s You Shook Me All Night Long came together.

And in a terrific nod from the band to its home crowd, he also revealed how prior to the Australian leg of the recent Black Ice World Tour, the band had decided to include High Voltage in the setlist, with Brian requesting that an image of Bon Scott be included in the accompanying video backdrop as a tribute to the former frontman and local hero.

Part One

Part Two

Part III

Here is the full info from another post from AC/DC fans net.

AC/DC gearing up for new album in 2012

Source: ACDCfans.net
and VH1′s That Metal Show

AC/DC's Johnson tests at DIS

noreply@blogger.com (Blackice Tour Fan blog News) — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 08:06:45 PST

DAYTONA BEACH -- Brian Johnson has no problem standing on stage with a microphone in one hand before 100,000 people as the lead singer of rock band AC/DC.

After all, that is his job.

Put him a Grand-Am Rolex Series Prototype for a high-speed run over Daytona International Speedway's 3.56-mile road course and his 64-year-old heart starts thumping like the base drum in the hit song "Back In Black."

"I'm ready for a fantastic good time," Johnson said Wednesday at the track. "At my age, if you don't grab it now mate, that's it.

"You got to grab life by the horns and just ride it right out there. I mean, I'm not stopping for anybody."
Grand-Am Road Racing wrapped up two days of Rolex and Continental Series testing Thursday, and Johnson enjoyed every minute of it.

Johnson, who joined AC/DC in 1980, was testing a BMW Riley Daytona Prototype. He will share the No. 50 car with four other drivers over the age 50, including Chattanooga businessman Byron DeFoot, 56, who pieced the deal together.

Johnson and the others will be racing for a cause. Their Fifty Plus Racing entry for the 50th anniversary of the Rolex 24 At Daytona on Jan. 28-29 will raise money for the Austin Hatcher Foundation, which assists children with pediatric cancer.

The team has set the bar extremely high. Johnson and DeFoot hope to raise $1 million via an Internet radio broadcast before the endurance race is finished.

"We're all happy to have the opportunity to do this," Johnson said.
Johnson, born and raised in England, has called Sarasota home for the last 22 years. Since 1997, the rocker has dabbled in racing. He is a regular on the Historic Sportscar Racing circuit, which had an event here last weekend.

He describes his vintage 1965 Lola T70 as "a beast." The Daytona Prototype has a wealth of racing technology compared to long-retired sportscars.

"When you get in one of these DP cars, you've got to trust the engineering," Johnson said. "It's pretty hard to do that.

"Once that settles in, you have a ball. It's the most fun I've had going around a racetrack. You scare the bejesus out of yourself, but at the same time it's thrilling."

Johnson grew up in modest circumstances as the son of a coal miner in Dunston. At a young age he became fascinated with motor racing and the men of derring-do at the wheel, drivers such as Juan Manuel Fangio and Stirling Moss.

He studied car magazines that showcased racing and its greatest events.
"Heroic men driving ridiculous speeds," Johnson said. "It just inspired me. It was just a wonderful dream for me when I went to bed as a child; to drive through the night, in the rain, pounding on, all that romantic silly stuff."

Becoming a HSR regular helped satisfy some of those childhood wants. Many of those historic competitors are not afraid to trade sheet metal for position.
"It isn't just a parade of sportscars," Johnson said of his HSR experience. "People are banging doors and taking numbers. This is the real thing."

The HSR vintage F1 class is one of Johnson's favorite to watch. He has a unique description of the start of those races.

"To hear that roar and listen to that sound when the flag drops, well, I always say if Zeus ever broke wind, that's what it would sound like," he said.

The HSR brought Johnson and DeFoot together. DeFoot also owns a vintage Lola sportscar. They have toured far and wide together for the last decade.

"The same people, who took care of his car, took care of my car," DeFoot said. "We started traveling all over the country doing historic races at all the famous tracks and having a great time."

Former Rolex winners Elliott Forbes-Robinson, Jim Pace (overall) and Carlos DeQuesada (GT class) will do the heavy lifting in the Rolex 24. DeFoot and Johnson will each get about 4 hours of seat time.
Their mission? Keep the car alive.

"When the flag drops ... you've got to get out and do it. You can talk a great race.
"You can put a race suit on and say, 'Look at me. I'm going to do it.' I love doing this. I love Daytona. I love this track. It's the heart and soul of racing as far as I'm concerned."

DRIVER TRANSPORTED: Driver Jack Corthell was transported to Halifax Health Medical Center for evaluation Wednesday after crashing the No. 89 Porsche in the chicane on Daytona's 3.56-mile road course.

Posted in: Rolex 24

Source: The Daytona Beach News-Journal By Godwin Kelly, Motorsports Editor

Hell Ain't A Bad Place To Be: The Bon Scott Story returns to where it began

noreply@blogger.com (Blackice Tour Fan blog News) — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 08:31:58 PST

A STAGE show about the life of late AC/DC frontman Bon Scott will roll into Perth next month.

Directed by SBS's RocKwiz quizmaster Brian Nankervis and starring musicians Nick Barker and Doug Parkinson, Hell Ain't A Bad Place To Be: The Bon Scott Story will shake the walls of the Regal Theatre on the 17th, 18th and 19th November.

TRIBUTE: Singers Doug Parkinson and Nick Barker star in Hell Ain't A Bad Place To Be: The Bon Scott Picture: Jon Hargest.

Scott was raised in Fremantle after moving with his family from Scotland. He died of alcohol poisoning in 1980 and his grave site at Fremantle Cemetery is the most visited grave in Australia.

Scott isn't portrayed in the show. Instead Barker plays a fan and Parkinson is the narrator. They perform 22 of Scott's hits, including T.N.T, High Voltage and It's A Long Way to the Top as a homage to the ultimate rock frontman.

The show doesn't just focus on his AC/DC years, but his years of sex, drugs and rock and roll with other bands.

"Some of the music will cover his years with The Valentines and Fraternity which were successful in their own right. Doug Parkinson knew him from those early days and he tells some of his stories," said Nankervis.
The show made its world premiere in Melbourne in July.

Hell Ain't A Bad Place To Be: The Story of Bon Scott- Regal Theatre November 17,18,19

Tickets on sale through ticketek.com.au
Source: Perthnow

AC/DC's Brian Johnson Cancels 2012 Solo Tour Due to Wrist Operation

noreply@blogger.com (Blackice Tour Fan blog News) — Sat, 12 Nov 2011 00:28:09 PST

AC/DC frontman Brian Johnson has canceled a planned 2012 solo tour so that he can have surgery.

Brian Johnson

Johnson was going to hit the road in February to promote his 2011 autobiography, Rockers and Rollers: A Full-Throttle Memoir, but has scrapped those plans because he has to have a wrist operation, according to Blabbermouth.net.

The tour, dubbed Rockers and Rollers -- A Full-Throttle Evening of Stories and Music with Brian Johnson of AC/DC, was to have featured the singer discussing the book and his colorful life, as well as performing some AC/DC songs with accompaniment from Skid Row guitarist Scotti Hill and bass player Rachel Bolan.

The surgery apparently won't affect Johnson's plans to compete in the 50th anniversary Rolex 24 at Daytona auto race, scheduled for January 28 and 29 in Daytona Beach, Florida. Through his participation in the event, the singer is hoping to raise $1 million for the Austin Hatcher Foundation for Pediatric Cancer. Johnson has lent his support to the charity's "Highway to Help" campaign, in which fans can donate to the cause by texting "ACDC" to 501501 during the race.

"This is real, this is going to happen, and we're all happy to have the opportunity to do this," said Johnson at an event Saturday announcing the initiative, Grand-Am.com reports. "AC/DC fans all over the world are now rooting for the Austin Hatcher Foundation."

Prior to the Rolex 24, Johnson is planning to participate in two other racing events: the Daytona Historic Races, taking place this Thursday through Sunday in Daytona Beach; and the Bobby Rahal Vintage Race Series on December 2-3 in Sebring, Florida.

the 24 hours of the 50th running of the Rolex 24 Hours Of Daytona (January 28, 3:30 p.m. to January 29, 3:30 p.m.), Brian will be raising funds to provide services to families affected by pediatric cancer.

Brian will be in the following races:

* October 27-30 - Savannah
* November 10-13 - Daytona HSR
* December 2-4 - Sebring Bobby Rahal vintage race series
* January 26-30 - Daytona 24 hours

For more information, go to BrianJohnsonRacing.com.

Elliot Forbes-Robinson, Byron DeFoor, Brian Johnson, David Hinton, Larry Ligas and Andrew Green, from left, stand next to a Riley BMW Daytona prototype that will compete in the Rolex 24 Hours in January.

Photo by Alex Washburn /Chattanooga Times Free Press.

Click the link below for full story from: www.timesfreepress.com

Byron DeFoor and AC/DC singer Brian Johnson to race at Daytona Speedway

Source: ABC News Radio

Former AC/DC Bassist MARK EVANS Knocks ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME After Snub

noreply@blogger.com (Blackice Tour Fan blog News) — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 06:25:26 PDT

Bassist Mark Evans, author of the new book "Dirty Deeds: My Life Inside/Outside Of AC/DC" (Bazillion Points Books), joined AC/DC in 1975 and remained with them through their barroom days, their first international tours, and the majority of the Bon Scott-era albums: "High Voltage", "Dirty Deeds Done Dirty Cheap", "T.N.T.", "Let There Be Rock", and the U.S.-only '74 "Jailbreak" collection-recordings that have since sold in excess of 10 million copies in the U.S. alone.

To this day, controversy surrounds the popular bassist's exclusion from AC/DC's Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame induction. Towards the end of his memoir, the first of its kind by a classic-era AC/DC insider, Evans addresses the confounding experience of being an announced "foundation inductee" of the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame in November 2002 and then in short order being disinvited six weeks later, prevented from joining the group of past and present band members honored.

Evans describes the events in detail in "Dirty Deeds", and then reaches a damning conclusion.

"At first, the Hall Of Fame was full of positive signs: I was given dates, details of the induction at the Waldorf Astoria, the arrangements to be made. They said they'd be in contact and get the information to me. But then the temperature turned chilly. When we did get a reply, it was simply to announce that the Hall Of Fame had seen fit to review the nomination and had come to the conclusion that I didn't qualify. I was out.

"Let me just say that the band richly deserved to be in the Hall Of Fame. It was way overdue. Bon had to be included, of course, as well as the current lineup. And I had absolutely no problem with not being included; in the AC/DC timeline, I was there for only a brief time — an important time, in my opinion, but a heartbeat by comparison with Cliff Williams's thirty-year-plus tenure. What I found galling was the Hall Of Fame's attitude. If a mistake was made, fine, then they should have dealt with it. A simple apology or at least an explanation would have been appreciated."

Mark evens with Bon Scott

Source: BLABBERMOUTH.NET

Frontman Brian Johnson To Embark On ‘Rockers And Rollers: A Full-Throttle’ Tour Feb 2012

noreply@blogger.com (Blackice Tour Fan blog News) — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 23:32:15 PDT

AC/DC frontman Brian Johnson will embark on a short tour in February 2012 during which he will recount stories from his recently released book, “Rockers And Rollers: A Full-Throttle Memoir“.

Accompanying Brian on stage will be his two good friends from SKID ROW, Rachel Bolan (bass) and Scotti Hill (guitar). The lighting and multimedia presentations that will illustrate the stories will be designed by Cosmo Wilson, who worked with Brian on the recent record-breaking AC/DC world tour.

The dates are as follows:

Feb. 07 – Knoxville, TN @ Bijou Theatre
Feb. 08 – Atlanta. GA @ Center Stage Theatre
Feb. 10 – Raleigh, NC @ Lincoln Theatre
Feb. 11 – Richmond, VA @ The National
Feb. 13 – Glenside, PA @ Keswick Theatre
Feb. 15 – Millvale, PA @ Small’s Funhouse
Feb. 16 – Covington, KY @ Small’s Funhouse
Feb. 18 – Indianapolis, IN @ Egyptian Room at ONC
Feb. 21 – Madison, WI @ Overture Center
Feb. 22 – Milwaukee, WI @ Pabst Theater

Johnson recently came under fire from Christian leaders after he slammed religion as “a waste of time” in an interview with PopEater.com.

Although he sang in a church choir when he was a young boy, Johnson said, “I don’t believe in religion, let’s put it that way. I believe all religions are bad. I think they’re a waste of time. Jesus was a clever man.

He wasn’t the son of God. We all know that he was a very clever, wonderful man and he said, ‘Church is in here, meaning you are your own church.’”
As for why he sang in the choir, Johnson said, “Was it religion? No, it was two shillings and sixpence a week!”

According to Christian Today, Pastor Drew Dixon of New Covenant Baptist Church in Albertville, Alabama, said, “Viewing Jesus this way is not an option. C.S. Lewis said you must view Jesus as liar, lunatic or Lord. There aren’t any other options. You can’t say Jesus was a clever man but not the Son of God because Jesus claimed to be the Son of God.”

Allen Palmeri, associate editor of Baptist news journal Pathway, said, “(Jesus is) the author of Brian Johnson‘s musical talent. When one day he comes to the end of his showmanship on earth, he will have to face the fact that Jesus is the door to God the Father, who is there.”

Johnson‘s views came up because he touches on them in “Rockers And Rollers: A Full-Throttle Memoir“. The book is primarily about his love of cars, and Johnson told The Pulse Of Radio he has no desire to write a real autobiography. “I hate autobiographies,” he said. “I think they’re boring and rotten and I’m not interested. This was just short stories that would be funny and positive and wasn’t a tell-all book. I don’t like them either, ’cause it’s usually just some bitter old git who wants to get his own back at everybody, you know (laughs).”

AC/DC has hinted that the band may hit the road in 2013 to celebrate their 40th anniversary, with Johnson saying that the group is scheduled to get together soon for a meeting to discuss the possibility of an anniversary tour and album.

Source: HEAVY UNIONS
Posted by fanoeger

Phil Place restaurant ready for a private dinner party - door open public on tuesday

noreply@blogger.com (Blackice Tour Fan blog News) — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 18:55:58 PDT

Tauranga-based AC/DC drummer Phil Rudd is opening the doors of his restaurant at the Bridge Marina tomorrow for a private dinner party.

Phil's Place will open to the public on Tuesday.

Phil's drum kit overlooks the restaurant.

"I am excited to be opening. It is going to be a fun place to eat great food and hang out. It is not pretentious; we are not interested in the 'scene', just a good night out and superb dining experience," Rudd said.

Maitre'd Daniel Rodgers-Purdie said the restaurant was already proving popular.

"We are booked up every weekend until Christmas."

The private opening tomorrow was not the huge party originally planned, Rudd said.

"I haven't invited the band all at once due to schedules but they will be coming to eat soon. I don't want to do the big opening but keep it soft at the beginning in the run-up to Christmas and summer.

"If you're coming here to see Nicky Watson, forget it. It is a quiet, each to your own place. Sure, make some noise and have a good time, but it is not somewhere you come to be seen."

The restaurant has undergone extensive refurbishment since Rudd bought it in August. The walls are decked in black and gold flecked wall paper, and a raised floor houses Rudd's drum kit. A real fireplace, dark wood tables and black suede chairs give a rock star feel. Above the fireplace, sit previously unseen AC/DC memorabilia. A jagged brick wall partially separates the bar area from the restaurant. Around the bar, stools and sofas with AC/DC tool boxes perched around
There is also a private function room and Rudd has bought the workman's cafe on the other side of the restaurant which he intends to turn into part of the restaurant.

Tauranga Bridge Marina Restaurant

"We have development plans but will see how it goes over summer."

The restaurant seats 120 including 60 outside and will be open from 11.30am to 1am.

Chef Cody Hogg has prepared an extensive lunch and dinner menu which includes a set menu, buffet option, and tapas. There is even a Christmas Day menu including truffle-stuffed turkey.

"We want locals to come and the menu is priced accordingly but there are special items for those occasions when you do want crayfish and champagne, you can get it here," Rudd said.

Nathan Blake is bar manager and general manager is Leo Roberts.

Locals wishing to book can contact Mr Rodgers-Purdie on 07 574 4147.

Since the Bay of Plenty Times broke the news in August that Rudd had bought the restaurant, the paper has been inundated with interest from the public, not just in Tauranga but around the world. The story remained in the most read stories on bayofplentytimes.co.nz for more than a month.

Source: bayofplentytimes.co.nz

AC/DC vocalist Brian Johnson will present a solo "storyteller" show on Feb.18th

noreply@blogger.com (Blackice Tour Fan blog News) — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 05:32:27 PDT

AC/DC vocalist Brian Johnson will present a solo "storyteller" show on Feb. 18 at the Egyptian Room in Old National Centre, 502 N. New Jersey St. Tickets for the 8 p.m. event, $30 or $25 if purchased in advance, go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday. For more information, visit www. livenation .com or call (800) 745-3000.

Source: www.indystar.com

October 19, 1980: AC/DC begins first U.K. tour since the death of singer Bon Scott

noreply@blogger.com (Blackice Tour Fan blog News) — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 13:59:35 PDT

After the death of lead singer Bon Scott (in February of 1980), AC/DC nearly collapsed from the loss. The remaining band members debated calling it quits and also consulted with Scott's family, and then chose to carry on with replacement vocalist Brian Johnson of the band Geordie, whom Scott had once raved about to bandmate Angus Young. With Johnson, they completed songwriting and recording for their next album, Back in Black.

In the fall after Scott's death, AC/DC nervously embarked on a 20-date tour throughout the United Kingdom.

They'd played several shows in the United States already, but the British gigs were even more daunting, as Bon Scott was born in Scotland and a national hero.
These crucial performances of Back in Black were a test before all the fans who'd loved Scott's theatrics on the band's electrifying previous album, Highway to Hell – and Johnson was beside himself with worry before each gig, especially the inaugural night in Bristol, England.

Thankfully, AC/DC fans embraced the band during the tour, with Johnston swaggering through the now-ubiquitous title track and "You Shook Me All Night Long." Back in Black was the biggest album of the band's career, and has sold over 40 million copies to date.

AC/DC's original music video for the song "You Shook Me All Night Long" off their 1980 album "Back In Black"

Source: RollingStone Music

AC/DC Brian Johnson a guest on VH1 Classic's "That Metal Show"

noreply@blogger.com (Blackice Tour Fan blog News) — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 07:26:13 PDT

VH1 Classic's "That Metal Show" is back in Los Angeles and ready to shake things up for lucky season nine.

Members of some of the biggest metal acts, including AC/DC Brian Johnson (Show 7), GODSMACK and MEGADETH, grace the "That Metal Show" stage to give viewers a true power hour that all hard rock and heavy metal enthusiasts are certain to love.

The boys are back and ready to rock! Eddie Trunk, Jim Florentine and Don Jamieson host the only talk show where all things hard rock and heavy metal are discussed, dissected and debated. Metal musicians and rock royalty, including Slash (GUNS N' ROSES, VELVET REVOLVER), Brian Johnson (AC/DC) and Marilyn Manson, will be part of the roundtable discussions this season.

Scheduled guests:
Show 1:
* Herman Rarebell (SCORPIONS)
* Andrew Dice Clay
* Guest guitarist: Chris Broderick (MEGADETH)

Show 2:
* Marilyn Manson
* Biff Byford (SAXON)
* Guest guitarist: Chris Broderick (MEGADETH)

Show 3:
* Tracii Guns (L.A. GUNS)
* Michael Monroe (HANOI ROCKS)
* Guest guitarist: John 5 (ROB ZOMBIE, MARILYN MANSON)

Show 4:
* Paul Rodgers (FREE, BAD COMPANY)
* Keith Nelson, Josh Todd (BUCKCHERRY)
* Guest guitarist: John 5 (ROB ZOMBIE, MARILYN MANSON)

Show 5:
* Sully Erna (GODSMACK)
* Jesse James Dupree (JACKYL)
* Guest guitarist (playing bass): Glenn Hughes (DEEP PURPLE, BLACK COUNTRY COMMUNION)

Show 6:
* Slash (GUNS N' ROSES, VELVET REVOLVER)
* Sam Dunn ("Metal Evolution", "Metal: A Headbangers Journey", "Rush: Beyond The Lighted Stage")
* Guest guitarist (playing bass): Glenn Hughes (DEEP PURPLE, BLACK COUNTRY COMMUNION)

Show 7:

* Brian Johnson (AC/DC)
* [to be announced]
* Guest guitarist: Warren DeMartini (RATT)

Show 8:
* Dave Mustaine (MEGADETH)
* Vinny Appice (BLACK SABBATH, DIO, HEAVEN & HELL, KILL DEVIL HILL)
* Rex Brown (PANTERA, DOWN, KILL DEVIL HILL)
* Guest guitarist: Warren DeMartini (RATT)

Distilling decades of your favorite hard rock and heavy metal into sixty minutes of mayhem; "That Metal Show" will deliver the ever-popular "Stump The Trunk" as well as the triumphant return of "TMS Top 5" to your TV every Saturday night at 11 p.m., only on VH1 Classic.

"That Metal Show" is a production of VH1 Classic. Lee Rolontz and Keshia Williams as executive producers for VH1. Jeff Baumgardner serves as producer for the series for VH1.

Source: KISS-FM San Antonio
-blabbermouth.net

Former Bassist Mark Evans "Ac/Dc Don't Rehearse"

noreply@blogger.com (Blackice Tour Fan blog News) — Sat, 15 Oct 2011 01:09:27 PDT

Former AC/DC bassist Mark Evans has admitted the band never had any ''real'' rehearsals that would help with their performances.

AC/DC don't rehearse.

The legendary rockers never did any preparations for early shows, and former bassist Mark Evans - who was with the group from 1975 to 1977 - admits they never changed their attitude as their success grew.

He said: "There were no rehearsals! My very first gig with them was totally spontaneous. This was after the audition. I went to see them at a local pub, saw them play one set, and then I went on stage with them and played the second set.

"For our first tour of England, they band rented a rehearsal space, but I think we mainly played some Elvis Presley songs.

"Real rehearsals - you know, running through the tunes and making sure everything was right - that stuff didn't happen."

Mark also revealed studio sessions were equally spontaneous, with songs recorded as they were written.
He explained to website MusicRadar: "Songs would be written in the studio. No demos. Angus [Young] and Malcolm [Young] would play things for George Young, and the tunes would be assembled right there. Once we had the skeleton of a song, we'd record it.

"Angus was full-on in the studio. When it was time for him to record his solos, he'd jump around and bounce off the walls, just like he would on stage. It was impossible for him to play and sit still. For rhythm tracks, he was somewhat subdued, but for solos, he went wild."

(click on photo to enlarge)

Source: Contactmusic.com

The book is scheduled for November 2011 release in North America, and is currently available for pre-order with a limited color metal badge from publisher Bazillion Points.visit www.dirtydeedsbook.com.

You can also visited Mark &Tice Australian web site to purchase the book from Allen & Unwin

http://www.markevansblues.com/

Former Ac/DC Bassist Mark Evans To Take Part In Melbourne Signing Session

Saturday, 15 October 2011 11:59 AM

Full story: BlabberMouth.net

Former AC/DC bassist Mark Evans will sign copies of his new book, "Dirty Deeds: My Life Inside/Outside AC/DC" , tomorrow night at Back In The Day , Melbourne, Australia's "home of hard rock." Also appearing will be Australia's longest-running AC/DC tribute band DIRTY DEEDS , with the collectable AC/DC wine also up for grabs.

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AC/DC Band member has an illness - New album has been put on hold!

Singer Johnson reveals Aussie giants are waiting for a band member to recuperate – but won’t say which one?

AC/DC have put work on their new album on hold due to illness – but they’re hoping to be back in action later this year.

2 Video's of Brian Johnson & he is scheduled to race the 24 hour Rolex Series Daytona this weekend

HSR with Brian Johnson. Coming soon! Don't Miss It!!!

AC DC singer Brian Johnson talks about Rolex 24 th

Brian Johnson on What It's Like to Race at Daytona

AC/DC - 1976 bagPiper Les Kenfield perform the song on the back of a truck cruising the Hobart waterfront

It's a lung way to the top

link: It's a lung way to the top

Source: TheMercury.com.au by: Kane Young

MOFO just gets bigger

All-girl rock band reprise the classic Long Way to the Top with the original bagpipers

(IT'S A LONG WAY TO THE TOP (IF YOU WANNA ROCK AND ROLL) SYDNEY, 2011)

MONA FOMA festival, which was launched in suitably flamboyant style in Sydney and in Tas

NELL - LET THERE BE ROBE

MONA OPENING JAN 13, 2012 -FEB 13, 2012

Click on link's for more Info below:

AC/DC Fan Artist "Let There Be Robe" Made From AC/DC T-Shirts

Source: TheMercury.com.au

Robe fit for kings of Oz rock

Stern Pinball announced today the availability of the AC/DC pinball machine.

AC/DC Fan Artist "Let There Be Robe" Made From AC/DC T-Shirts

Tittle: Robe fit for kings of Oz rock

Brian Johnson test ‘Highway To Help’ Fundraising at Daytona International Speedway

AC/DC 1974 7" Debut Single 'Can I Sit Next To You Girl' sold for $1,225.00au

Happy Brithday Mr Malcolm Mitchell young of AC/DC today at age 59, born on January 6th 1953

Happy Brithday Mr Malcolm Mitchell young of AC/DC today at age 59, born in Glasgow, Scotland on January 6 1953.

Malcolm Young behind Phil drums with Brian and Angus for a photo shot when working on the BIB Album Band Sessions April 1980.

Back in 1973 New Year Eve "AC/DC First Gig Was At Chequers in Sydney, Australia"

Son of Bon rock in 2012 - New Year's Eve in Adelaide

Molly Meldrum in hospital "best known for his early show Countdown with AC/DC"

Molly Meldrum with Bon Scott and Angus Young of AC/DC

full news story update about Molly here from: Herald and Weekly Times

Happy Birthday Cliff Williams 62 years old today!

AC/DC Phil Rudd waterfront hideaway for sale at Tauranga

A Look at Gameprom's "AC/DC Pinball Rocks HD"

AC/DC plan new album in 2012 Brian Johnson has revealed in an interview on VH1′s That Metal Show

AC/DC's Johnson tests at DIS

Hell Ain't A Bad Place To Be: The Bon Scott Story returns to where it began

AC/DC's Brian Johnson Cancels 2012 Solo Tour Due to Wrist Operation

Byron DeFoor and AC/DC singer Brian Johnson to race at Daytona Speedway

Former AC/DC Bassist MARK EVANS Knocks ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME After Snub

Frontman Brian Johnson To Embark On ‘Rockers And Rollers: A Full-Throttle’ Tour Feb 2012

Phil Place restaurant ready for a private dinner party - door open public on tuesday

AC/DC vocalist Brian Johnson will present a solo "storyteller" show on Feb.18th

October 19, 1980: AC/DC begins first U.K. tour since the death of singer Bon Scott

AC/DC Brian Johnson a guest on VH1 Classic's "That Metal Show"

Former Bassist Mark Evans "Ac/Dc Don't Rehearse"

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