BRIAN JOHNSON RECALLS JOING AC/DC THE MAKING OF BACK N BLACK, STAYING GROUNDED, HEARING LOSS & MORE

[@chuckcassidymusic]

Probably my favorite dude in rock and roll. Such humility, class, and of course, ability.

[@YourFellowRNRSisterFan98]

Their all like that. That’s why I like them personally.

[@kirkcunningham6146]

Seen AC/DC about 17 times since 1979. You never get tired of it, one of the last real rock bands still around.

[@seagullpoet]

When the lights went down - no better band to see the first song !

[@kirkcunningham6146]

@@seagullpoet I hope we get one more show from Angus. They're all getting up there in age. Hopefully one more coming...

[@richardwalton3521]

I hope too, one last time.

[@paulfarmer1605]

I seen dem two!

[@gregbors8364]

I only saw them once. In 1978 with Bon Scott

[@darknotered7425]

I never get tired of Brian's stories. He's a GREAT story teller as well.

[@b00ts4ndc4ts]

The reason why people like Brian are still a round is because he is just one of the lads, nothing more and nothing less. One of the boys.

[@TheGuul667]

I met Brian Johnson in 1998 at a gig at the City Hall in Newcastle. He genuinely IS like in this interview: down to earth, chatty, a genuinely lovely guy. Meeting him, you'd never think in a million years he's a famous, millionaire rock star.

[@AB-ez4rm]

Brian is a guy that would be fun to sit and have a pint or three just talking about whatever. It would be a joy.

[@aboutthemetal8783]

He's a rare one , the northern English working class ethic I still there , good on brien for not forgetting where he came from and who he is .

[@shippybs]

Mal and Ang would never let that happen.

[@aboutthemetal8783]

@@shippybs Very good point , I sometimes forget what a working class Scottish family they came from , I know they lived in Oz for most of their life ,but they were bought up by Glaswegian parents , so yeah no airs and graces around them .👍

[@jamesgray853]

The most humble man in the industry. An absolute gem

[@khansrevenge789]

I like how Brian is the caretaker to Bon Scott's legacy. So humble 🙏

[@YourFellowRNRSisterFan98]

He’s the kind of guy you could listen to his stories all day he’s just so awesome. I would love to meet him just once. I love how he doesn’t bash Bon that’s respectable also.And the fact that he did one of my favorite Tina Turner songs? For his audition that’s just truly iconic.

[@nbdysfool3]

I was working at Sam Ash in Sarasota as the sales manager when Brenda Johnson came in and I started helping her with a music program that Brian was starting at a local hospital. Brenda wanted to get him an upright bass for Christmas in 2009 and I couldn’t get one sent to the store so I drove to the Miami Sam Ash on my day off to get it For her. I delivered it to her house and set it up in a spare room to hide it from him. Brenda gave me a tour of the house, garage and his cars. A week after Christmas Brenda came into the store and asked me to come outside. When I got outside Brian sprang out of the car and gave me a huge hug and thanked me for what I had done for him and Brenda! What an amazing couple. I miss my days at Sam Ash in Florida.

[@darkharvest4722]

Dude, that's awesome! That whole thing had to of felt like a dream.

[@patmctallica3522]

TY for this leganadry interview! Its a docu for lifetime, the youth who will achieve to ACDC as well for sure! 😎

[@HaXaW5150]

Brian is without a doubt, a one of a kind. I could listen to him all day.

[@contessa5434]

I could listen to him read the phone book.

[@HaXaW5150]

@@contessa5434 😎

[@philwright2480]

I love both, Bon and Brian, and Back In Black is one of the greatest albums ever

[@peterwaugh9416]

So funny when he said no one will know who I am, people will still be dancing to ACDC & Brian in 100 years' time. He might be getting older but the music will live on forever.

[@australiantruckspotting8883]

No doubt about that

[@steverolick8593]

Why I love these lads and such. For as big as they are, they are like the guys you go into a bar and have a dring. They are rock gods legends all the above and don't act it. Seen them about 8 times that I recall and like a religious experiance each time. Cheers to you Brian

[@chevacamaro68]

Stephen Ambrose, we are forever in your debt for making it possible for AC/DC to be complete once again! Brian, you´re friggin Superman. Rock on!

[@janiterinadrum1627]

Not too many rock stars like Brian he's one of a kind he's one of your Heroes you're not afraid to meet because he won't disappoint you

[@jedw9983]

Just a really great guy...humble, honest, witty...his TV show with Robert Plant in mid Wales near where I grew up was fantastic...

[@justinwebb4128]

Brian Johnson and AC/DC are simply the best. Bon Scott was great, his music will live forever, but what AC/DC created with Brian is just magical. There isn't a Place on Earth they wouldn't play to sold out crowds

[@Oran_Lee]

You clearly don’t know your AC/DC history. Bon helped lay the groundwork with his brilliant songwriting along with the Young brothers. All Brian did was step in and help keep it going. So kudos to both, but the _real_ brilliance was the music created with Bon Scott.

[@chriss2452]

@@Oran_Lee spot on!

[@davidmerlin3344]

Brian is a major ROCKSTAR but in his own mind, he’s just a normal guy. So nice, funny and humble. I’m a fan of that!

[@milliewilkie1969]

Love Brian so grounded

[@forddriver8827]

Thanks BPRN and Brian Johnson. AC/DC has been the constant soundtrack in my 54 years.

[@neilmustow368]

The most down to earth Rock singer in the world is Brian Johnson love the Back in Black album 👍👍

[@craigmckenzie5466]

God do I wish there was footage of Brian's AC/DC audition! I can see it in my head--the newsboy cap, the thunderous grunting voice, Malcolm more or less learning Nutbush City Limits in 20 seconds, the boys still wearing uneasy looks on their faces. Then Mal strums a chord....and then kapow....Book II of AC/DC beginith.

[@maryellenyarusso7029]

There were smartphones, the Internet, Social media Reality talent shows in 1980. .

[@maryellenyarusso7029]

AC/DC hired Brian as lead singer and they became superstars. Not many bands go on to become superstars with a new singer

[@gregbors8364]

“Highway to Hell” (Bon Scott, vocals) was their breakthrough album in the US. So they were pretty much superstars already after that was released. It’s true, though, that they had staying power after that, and it’s also true that very few bands can claim that. Pink Floyd got bigger after Roger Waters replaced Syd Barrett, and Genesis got bigger after Phil Collins replaced Peter Gabriel

[@jansandman6983]

Pantera did

[@nonrevnosnibormetalbeerrev6251]

@@jansandman6983 pantera were crap after they stopped being heavy metal

[@jansandman6983]

@@nonrevnosnibormetalbeerrev6251 If you see it that way, then we are not on the same page. But, hey, I respect your viewpoint; everyone has the right to their own. Cheers.

[@MYEVILTWIIN]

@@gregbors8364 Roger was already in the band as was Phil , Dave Gilmour came in and took over Syds role as he was becoming a little less reliable and eventually left/kicked out depends what band member tells the story … and they weren’t superstars listen to the interview again and you’ll hear Brian say when they went to the Bahamas to record the album they were sat at the back of the plane as the band had to watch their pennies , read his book and you’ll find out when he joined the band they were all on a wage it wasn’t rolls Royce’s and mercs

[@raykarena4595]

I could listen to Brian all day he comes across as being so authentic

[@kevedwards]

ACDC are my favourite band and Brian Johnson is my favourite human being.

[@xxTICxxTOCxx]

Brian Johnson, such a humble guy. I don't think he even realises that he's Brian Johnson!!!

[@Andrew-ve9ls]

honestly he kinda reminds me of paul mccartney in that way, just so happy and seems like a nice guy to meet

[@djohanson99]

one of the best albums ever. Back in Black

[@johng.7560]

Saw them on the Flick of the Switch tour, incredible. Brian is a true class act, Rock On!

[@kurumais]

itsamazing how they went front great front man to great frontman

[@gavinfreedman4342]

I know exactly what Brian meant about listening to music in the car with hearing loss. Similar to mine, it's depressing! With the sound of the car, road and engine the music sounds out of key, you can't hear some of the tones, you can't even tell what band or song is playing. All changed when I started wearing hearing aids. Good on him!

[@edgarkenna5341]

The absolute greatest

[@mattyboywalker9094]

The nicest nicest guy

[@martinpexton6827]

Absolute legend deserves all he's got 👏

[@JakesBackup]

It has to be fate that made Brian choose Nutbush City Limits as song to audition with because the song has a riff and a groove PERFECTLY suited for ACDC . I can't imagine how powerful that sounded.

[@t-bone9144]

Met Brian on the blow up your video tour. We had a pint and went out separate ways. Great guy, granted he is 30 years older than me.

[@ChorusArtists]

He's one of the true greats, and a wonderful story teller. Didn't know he was so influenced by Dan McCafferty (RIP), who I've been comparing him to for years. Makes sense, but even Brian would have to concede that Dan's voice was an untouchable monster that could do things no one else can.

[@johnrosier1686]

I am a big fan of Dan too. I would have much rather have him sing for Brian than Axl Rose.

[@doctordetroit4339]

I think it is more accurate to say an already well-known band goes to the next level with a new singer....that is incredibly rare. Brain did it because AC/DC went (dare I say) a bit "pop" and women started to like their some of their songs. Like Def Lep.

[@Vatch1966]

@@johnrosier1686 Nazareth were so underrated , they were an awesome live act

[@johnrosier1686]

@@Vatch1966I hear you on that.

[@Boethius411]

Brian is a badass… to take on the task of filling Bob’s shoes you have to be. And he did it better than anyone could have ever imagined.

[@Thomasmemoryscentral]

As did Sammy Hagar for David Lee Roth and Ronnie James Dio for Ozzy Osbourne

[@johngill2853]

@@Thomasmemoryscentral when did Van Halen sell more albums? With Hagar or Roth?

[@truckertom3323]

So down to earth, one of life's nice guys, all the very best to you Brian.

[@donm8363]

Brian is an absolute gem of what fame and fortune should look like. He has never changed. A true down to earth rock legend and he doesn’t think of himself more than a friend next door. I hear Brian everyday. He’s been with me since 1980. Thank God for AC/DC. 24/7/365!!!! Forever!!!!

[@mikerudolph2419]

Seen AC/DC twice, For Those About To Rock and The Razors Edge Tours. Both great shows.

[@PatPakken]

Brian did more between the ages of 16-32 than most men these days have done in 50 years. Incredible journey to superstardom and a very inspiring book.

[@rushmore3927]

Great dude! Every time I'd ride past the Hoover building going to London, I'd think of Brian's voice-over he did, just before his first jam with ACDC.

[@jeffallinson8089]

Brian is a legend and one of the most humble guys for such a huge star and the most incredible raconteur. One of a kind.

[@humanactivated1017]

Wow makes total sense Brians singing idol and good friend was Dan McCafferty.

[@johnnycotton3217]

I love Brian his joy is sooooo infectious

[@rickypowers7720]

One man I would love to meet. Seems like a likable person. Been an AC/DC fan since the highway to hell album

[@bigjared8946]

Every book ever written would be instantly improved by being read in Brian's voice.

[@TomShark]

Either him or Morgan Freeman...but Morgan can't sing like Brian!

[@zaphodbeeblebrox3986]

I had the pleasure of seeing them once. One of the best shows I was ever at. It was absolutely the #1 most energetic show I ever attended. Legends.

[@captpicard6894]

Brian Johnson is the most down to Earth, humble guy who has every right to be a complete duck to everyone not famous he meets. But he is possibly as a nice a bloke as you could ever wish to meet. Top, top Bloke👏👏👏👏

[@jerrybeilgard5824]

It sounds as if Brian might be the spokesman for that hearing device. I would love to hear Huey and the News again.

[@JimBob-ky8sm]

Reading my mind!

[@brettm41]

Nothing better than AC DC

[@leedobson]

Brian's a credit to the North East, a lovely man

[@dartharpy9404]

Lovely

[@KrazyRock]

if ya don't like AC/DC.. just don't even bother knockin on my door..

[@beavisbrowne3497]

Wonderful interview

[@chadcobb2285]

Legend

[@GRBAquatics]

So Very Cool, Thankyou. An Absolute Champion. Cheers

[@shieldsymusic]

Nearly finished reading his bio, 'The Lives of Brian'. ACDC saved him, but I also believe ACDC would not have had the success they had if Bon lived. Brian gave them a real international sound that Bon (as much as I love him) couldn't.

[@blackace69]

I think Bon was a bit too cheecky of an lad to last long on international scene

[@ChicagoBeaver]

I saw AC/DC with Aerosmith and Foreigner in 1978, (I think), Chicago Summer Jam, Cominsky Park.

[@jamesdelaney3797]

When I listen to the back in Black album, so does my whole neighborhood

[@willemsikkema3604]

The pictures accompanying the Back in Black storyline are from Fly on the wall.

[@macca1146]

His book " Lives of Brian " is a great read, especially about his early life.

[@adamcotton2121]

Brian is such a rare son.

[@jimfell7147]

Brilliant Brian a true Geordie ambassador, grounded in his working class upbringing.

[@donbrashsux]

Brian’s like your favorite uncle

[@ArleneVonAllemann-ck4fn]

What a gentleman. So humble but he's 😃

[@MrArchie800]

Everyone says 'legend' far too much, but Brian is a 'proper legend!!!

[@NoName-ds5uq]

I never tire of this humble man’s words! One of the world’s greatest ever rock and roll singers, and so many years on he’s still just a normal bloke and helping other legendary singers! I’d love to have a pint with Brian. Absolute legend!

[@DanTheMailman330]

Brian's old man had good taste!

[@alansands256]

The pics they used over his Bahamas story were from a later era, because they included Simon Wright, the drummer who replaced Phil Rudd.

[@nobrakes3765]

The Best! End of.

[@rm8281]

After Bon's death I thought AC/DC was done. Boy was I wrong.

[@Rufnek67]

The making of a good singer

[@gregg3457]

Alvin Lee does a great version of Nutbush City Limits on his RX5 Album!

[@zxtenn]

All those guys dead or alive were such nice and NORMAL people, i mean when Bon died and they took in Brian who was a great replacement and i think they helped out Bons Mom and she said Bon would have wanted them to continue, just TALANTED hard working guys who loved music, I think Angus was really overlooked for his guitar skills!!!!! I remember older people saying AC/DC were nothing but screamers but obviously they were wrong!

[@Vanhalen1]

I've never seen ACDC, but I have seen Air Supply 12 times.

[@markbirchette8740]

Seen the band since the Highway To Hell tour, I'm an old Cannon Crewman in Field Artillery. I could sure as hell use the hearing aids!

[@lancecrocket2391]

Total class act. Period!!!!

[@i-evi-l]

the whole point of Johnson style is not to sing, but to belt it out. I cant call it singing but I can call it carrying a tune in the right circumstances. Basically Death Metal before Death Metal.

[@zolnsalt]

Well well well, whens their next concert?????

[@raymonddefty517]

Geordie 2, my Brother was the Drummer (George Defty) also in the book

[@eugenepohjola258]

Howdy. Like Lemmy said: "Try harder !". Regards.

[@chriss2452]

Imagine if they had recorded Back in black in the Abba studio in Stockholm! What was the reason they did it in Bahamas?

[@mleicht1]

How exactly does one “joing” AC/DC?

[@jamessveinsson6006]

Brian Johnson never owned a new car according to the story now he owns like 90

[@vegardyrnes1793]

❤!!!!!

[@mrjw6701]

Not only did he land the job in ACDC he caused a revival in sales of flat caps.

[@captainkrazee7726]

Read his recent book “The Lives of Brian” it was a very good book and I tore through it

[@johnnycotton3217]

Is there a full interview

[@amievil3697]

B.J. proper Britsh Pubs coming to a downtown near you. A childhood friend dad was a Spitefire pilot and you answered "Yes,sir" and you cleaned those fuckin tools before you put them back

[@XakTerrible]

Joing?

[@subhanusaxena7199]

"Joing" in the title?

[@17tika17]

the best rock and roll band ever! AC/DC and the Stones ! still my favorites since i was a teen they never get old. And both so good in concert!

[@jamessveinsson6006]

Brian Johnson always comes off as the accidental rockstar

[@rockyclegg]

Absolute leg end

[@Hun_Uinaq]

You can take the boy out of Newcastle but you can’t take Newcastle out of the boy. He sounds like he never left the city once. Proper Geordie accent, he’s got there.

[@ceeemm1901]

Is this him before he became the Liver King?

[@NeoTesla]

Brian’s speaking voice is a lot softer now.