Update Friday, November 14: Did you happen to feel the ground shake on Wednesday night? No, it wasn’t an earthquake – it was just Acca Dacca on stage at the MCG. The Seismology Research Centre recorded low frequency activity in the 2-5 hertz range on its earthquake detection equipment during the concert, believed to be from the vibrations of the venue’s speakers and crowd movement. We guess fans really were shook all night long.
Aside from the seismic activity, AC/DC’s first Melbourne show was a triumphant success for the band, who haven’t played in Australia in ten years. All the hits are there (except for ‘It’s a Long Way to the Top (If You Wanna Rock’n’Roll)’, which was retired after Bon Scott passed away), and the show goes for more than two hours. If you’re heading to the ‘G on Sunday, prepare for your ears to ring.
Just a week after Oasis blew audiences away at Marvel Stadium, Melbourne will once again play host to a major music moment. Rock’n’roll legends AC/DC are kicking off the Aussie leg of their highly anticipated Power Up Tour with two massive shows at the MCG.
With a catalogue of rock anthems that includes ‘Back to Black’, ‘Highway to Hell’, ‘T.N.T.’ and ‘Thunderstruck’, we’re predicting one helluva performance from the band – which includes the iconic line-up of Angus Young on lead guitar, vocalist Brian Johnson, rhythm guitarist Stevie Young, drummer Matt Laug and bass player Chris Chaney.
Here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming AC/DC shows.
When is the AC/DC Power Up Tour in Melbourne?
AC/DC will take to the stage at the MCG for two concerts on Wednesday, November 12, and Sunday, November 16.
How to get to the AC/DC Melbourne concerts
There is no general public parking available for the shows, so your best bet it to catch public transport.
There are three tram routes that service the MCG: the 48, 70 and 75.
If you’re catching the train to the concert, you’ve got a few different options for routes you can take. The closest train station is Jolimont, which is just a five-minute walk from the stadium through Yarra Park, and you can get there via the Mernda and Hurstbridge train lines.
Richmond Station is also quite close by, at just a ten-minute walk from the MCG, and is easier to get to with eight train lines stopping there. Concertgoers can take any train on the Lilydale, Belgrave, Alamein, Glen Waverley, Pakenham, Cranbourne, Frankston or Sandringham lines, and then walk from the station via Punt Road.
What time will AC/DC come on stage?
Floor ticket holders will be able to enter the MCG at 5pm, while doors open for those with reserved seating tickets at 5.30pm. The Casanovas will hit the stage at 6.10pm, followed by Amyl and the Sniffers at 7pm. AC/DC is expected to start at 8.30pm.
What can I bring to the AC/DC Melbourne shows?
There are specific rules for what you can and can’t bring to the AC/DC concerts in Melbourne. Here are the main things to remember.
You can bring:
Prams, pushers, bags and other belongings, however they must be able to fit safely under the patron’s seat without impeding access. Patrons are encouraged to travel without bags but, if a bag is necessary, it should be no larger than A4 size.
You can’t bring:
All the usuals, including glassware, banners larger than 1.6 metres, flags, professional cameras, cans, laser pointers, flares, confetti, any illegal substances and more. Check out the full conditions of entry here.
Are there any AC/DC tickets left?
Did you know that the day tickets were released for AC/DC’s Power Up Tour was the biggest single-day concert on-sale in Ticketek history? Huge! But don’t assume the tour is now sold out – new tickets have just been released for both Melbourne shows, and you can grab them here.
What’s the full setlist for the AC/DC Power Up Tour in Melbourne?
With the first show done and dusted, we now know exactly what the setlist looks like – and yes, it’s loaded with all the band’s biggest and best hits. There was even a performance of ‘Jailbreak’ – the first time AC/DC have played it live since 1991. Here’s the full setlist from Wednesday night:
- If You Want Blood (You’ve Got It)
- Back in Black
- Demon Fire
- Shot Down in Flames
- Thunderstruck
- Have a Drink on Me
- Hells Bells
- Shot in the Dark
- Stiff Upper Lip
- Highway to Hell
- Shoot to Thrill
- Sin City
- Jailbreak (first live performance since 1991)
- Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap
- High Voltage
- Riff Raff
- You Shook Me All Night Long
- Whole Lotta Rosie
- Let There Be Rock
- T.N.T.
- For Those About to Rock (We Salute You)
Who will be supporting AC/DC in Melbourne?
Rowdy pub-rock band Amyl and the Sniffers will support AC/DC for the entirety of their Aussie tour – and you know they’ll be getting the crowd pumped up. For the Melbourne shows only, local band The Casanovas will also be hitting the stage.
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