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About this photograph
Bon Scott and Angus Young of AC/DC performing live at Hammersmith Odeon, UK photographed in 1979 by David Corio.
"This was the first hard rock concert I had ever been to. It was quite a shock as lead singer Bon Scott’s voice was piercing and the whole band played at such a high volume it was almost unbearable. Within 3 months Scott was to die after a heavy bout of drinking. When taking photos from the side of the stage I will often find my head is alongside the huge PA speakers and you have to grit your teeth very hard to stop your eardrums vibrating. Ear-plugs have very little effect as the decibel level is so high. I saw one fan in the audience with blood pouring from one of his ears - his ear-drum had been ruptured by the volume! I’ve seen this happen one other time at a Ted Nugent show at the same venue." - David Corio
Print sizes and editions
11" x 14" paper size - Open Edition
16” x 20” paper size - Edition of 50
20” x 24” paper size - Edition of 30
Print type
Archival pigment print
Paper type
Hahnemühle photo rag paper
Signature
Hand signed by photographer in ink
About the photographer
David Corio, born in London, England in 1960, began his photography career in 1978 with New Musical Express (NME), later contributing to The Face, Time Out, and Black Echoes. He became renowned for his portraits and coverage of music scenes, working as a freelance photographer for publications like The Daily Telegraph and The Times. Corio's work spans iconic musicians including Bob Marley, Jerry Garcia, and emerging acts like U2. His photographs have graced numerous album covers and been exhibited globally, cementing his status as a collectible photographer.
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