Exploring Sydney's Forgotten AC/DC Landmarks

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I go on a personal journey across Sydney to uncover the forgotten landmarks of AC/DC’s history — from their first rehearsals in Newtown to early gigs, recording sessions, and Malcolm Young’s final resting place. Along the way, I reflect on how Sydney’s treatment of AC/DC compares to the way other cities celebrate their rock icons — specifically Liverpool in the UK, which I recently visited on a personal pilgrimage to Beatles landmarks. AC/DC are one of the biggest rock bands of all time — and they were born in Sydney. While Burwood Council has recently commissioned a fantastic mural honouring Angus and Malcolm Young, across the rest of the city there are still no statues, plaques, or major recognitions of the band’s legacy. In fact, some of the most significant landmarks tied to their story are being neglected — or even demolished. Whether you're a hardcore AC/DC fan or simply love music history, this deep dive uncovers stories, places, and sounds that deserve to be remembered. #ACDC #RockHistory #SydneyMusic #MusicDocumentary #MalcolmYoung #AngusYoung Chapters: 00:00 AC/DC’s legacy: Why they matter 02:05 The Newtown rehearsal room where AC/DC formed 05:06 Visiting Liverpool: How the Beatles are honoured 06:37 Victoria Park: Angus debuts the schoolboy look 08:45 Haymarket gig: A classic Sydney AC/DC moment 09:53 Chequers nightclub: AC/DC’s first show 11:57 EMI 301: Recording AC/DC’s first single 13:24 Albert Studios: The sound of Aussie rock 15:00 St Mary’s Cathedral: Malcolm Young’s farewell 16:00 Hampton Court: AC/DC’s first live recording 16:32 Cronulla Theatre: Filming Can I Sit Next to You Girl 19:25 Burwood: AC/DC’s childhood home 23:39 Angus & Malcolm mural on Burleigh Street 24:55 Burwood Public School: Angus in uniform 26:23 Let There Be Rock church location 29:12 Malcolm Young’s grave at Waverley Cemetery 31:40 Gone but not forgotten Soundtrack now available — free or pay what you like: https://tcsoundtracks.bandcamp.com/album/in-the-beginning-soundtrack Tip jar (if you’d like to support the channel): https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/tomcompagnoni 🎥 Also watch: * My trip to Liverpool exploring The Beatles' sacred sites https://youtu.be/hSOZKsyE_d0?si=5lgxoc8vdnT6404E * Why did Sydney just demolish the birthplace of AC/DC? (my video for The Sydney Morning Herald) https://youtu.be/2iR4KITsbeE?si=WA4PHXEbQCaH0gB9 * The Forgotten Sydney of AC/DC (my video for The Sydney Morning Herald) https://youtu.be/ia5j0IJvyS4?si=I03RI_sVskHss34T