ac/dc's "back on black" is one of the records that do not really need an introduction. after michael jackson's "thriller" record, this one here is the second highest selling album in the history of music. yeah, take a deep breath and let this fact work its magic. "back in black" was the first ac/dc full length to feature brian johnson on vocal duties. the album title and the dark and simple cover aesthetics were a sign of mourning for bon scott. the former singer faced an untimely death in course of an alcohol excess. maybe this drama added to the fascination the record still creates.
as i am trying to bring together all the ac/dc full length recordings, i was specifically searching the a-section at blitz record store in kiel. they had a few records but i only did take one of them. my decision was made towards the "back in black" copy because it still came in the shrink wrap and the vinyl was in perfect condition. it doesn't seem like the pre-owner listened an awful lot to the record. i found my version on discogs but the database does not know from which year this pressing is. looks cool with its red labels anyway. atlantic records. 1980.
