AC/DC Fever Takes Over Melbourne as Bagpipers Chase World Record
Melbourne has absolutely come alive with AC/DC fever this week, as the legendary rock band returns home for the first time in nearly a decade. Fans began arriving hours before the gates opened at the MCG, eager to witness the iconic group kick off the Australian leg of their massive Power Up world tour. You could feel the buzz all over the city — and it wasn’t just from the music.
Early Wednesday morning, people were already queuing outside the MCG, some even dressed like their favorite band members. Among them was 22-year-old James Van Hest, a musician who performs as Angus Young in an AC/DC tribute band. He’s such a devoted fan that he’s got the band’s logo tattooed on his arm and holds tickets to eight of the nine Australian shows. James and his uncle, Darrin Hodges, drove all the way from Sydney and arrived at 9:30 in the morning — more than seven hours before the gates were set to open. For James, no other band delivers the same rush of energy as AC/DC. “Of course, I like other music,” he said, “but nothing hits like they do.”
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But the excitement wasn’t confined to the stadium. Just a few kilometers away, Federation Square became the scene of another spectacular tribute — one that might make history. More than 300 bagpipers gathered to attempt a world record for the largest mass performance of the Scottish instrument. Their goal? To play AC/DC’s It’s a Long Way to the Top (If You Wanna Rock ’n’ Roll) — a song that has become almost as famous for its bagpipe solo as its blistering guitar riffs. The performance paid homage to the unforgettable 1975 music video where the late Bon Scott was filmed playing the bagpipes while riding down Swanston Street on a truck.
The event brought together pipers from across Australia — from seasoned professionals to hobbyists — all united by their love for the band that famously blended rock and tradition in one timeless track. It was a sight to behold: kilts, bagpipes, and pure rock ’n’ roll energy filling the heart of Melbourne.
Wednesday night’s concert marks AC/DC’s first Australian show since 2015, following an international run through Europe and North America. They’ll perform two sold-out nights at the MCG before heading to Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane, and Perth. Supporting them on tour is Melbourne punk-rock outfit Amyl and the Sniffers , fresh off their first Grammy nomination.
From the bagpipes echoing through Federation Square to the roar of fans outside the MCG, Melbourne has been transformed into a celebration of sound and nostalgia. For long-time followers and new fans alike, it’s not just another concert — it’s a homecoming worthy of legends.
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