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Black Ice is the fifteenth studio album by the Australian rock band AC/DC, released on October 17, 2008. It marked the band's first album in eight years since their previous release, "Stiff Upper Lip" in 2000. "Black Ice" was highly anticipated by fans worldwide and received generally positive reviews from critics.
The album featured 15 tracks, including the lead single "Rock 'n' Roll Train." It showcased AC/DC's signature hard rock sound, driven by catchy riffs, thunderous drums, and the distinctive vocals of Brian Johnson. The album was produced by Brendan O'Brien, known for his work with other rock acts like Pearl Jam and Bruce Springsteen.
In terms of Billboard performance, "Black Ice" debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart, making it AC/DC's first album to achieve this feat. It sold approximately 784,000 copies in its first week in the United States. The album's success was attributed to a unique marketing strategy, as it was exclusively available through Walmart stores and their website, generating significant sales. It also performed well internationally, reaching the top of the charts in several countries, including Australia, Canada, Germany, and the United Kingdom.
Tracklist
1 | Rock N Roll Train | 4:22 | |
2 | Skies On Fire | 3:34 | |
3 | Big Jack | 3:57 | |
4 | Anything Goes | 3:22 | |
5 | War Machine | 3:10 | |
6 | Smash N Grab | 4:06 | |
7 | Spoilin' For A Fight | 3:17 | |
8 | Wheels | 3:29 | |
9 | Decibel | 3:34 | |
10 | Stormy May Day | 3:10 | |
11 | She Likes Rock N Roll | 3:53 | |
12 | Money Made | 4:16 | |
13 | Rock N Roll Dream | 4:41 | |
14 | Rocking All The Way | 3:23 | |
15 | Black Ice | 3:25 |