AC/DC set to play first Scottish gig in ten years as thousands descend on Edinburgh

Tens of thousands of AC/DC fans are set to descend on Edinburgh as the band return to Scotland for the first time in a decade.

The rock giants will take to the stage at Murrayfield Stadium on Thursday evening as the only UK performance on their ongoing Power Up tour.

Originally from Australia, the band has a strong Scottish fanbase thanks to Forfar-born member Bon Scott and brothers Angus and Malcolm Young, hailing from Glasgow.

Scott spent his early years in Kirrie before his family emigrated to Australia. He died in February 1980 and was replaced as AC/DC frontman by Brian Johnson.

Angus and Brian will be joined by rhythm guitarist (and Angus’s nephew) Stevie Young, drummer Matt Laug and bassist Chris Chaney.

Stevie initially joined the fold to fill in for Malcolm when he was diagnosed with dementia. Following his death in 2017, Stevie remained with the band.

The tour comes in support of their latest album by the same name, released in 2020.

As well as the latest release, the band will be playing their iconic rock songs including Back In Black, Hells Bells, Thunderstruck and Let There Be Rock.

When do doors open?

Fans will be able to head into Murrayfield from 5pm.

Who is the support act?

Support will come from The Pretty Reckless – an American rock band from New York City fronted by Taylor Momsen.

What time will AC/DC come on stage?

The band are reportedly due on stage around 8.15pm with the show wrapping up by 10.45pm.

Are there still tickets available?

Gigs in Scotland announced that a limited number of tickets were released on Wednesday ahead of the show, so those without could still be in with a chance.