The First Set

Our deep dive into AC/DC is a defining story for "The First Set," tracing the band’s origins from the working-class vision of brothers Malcolm and Angus Young in Australia. We explore their years grinding it out on the tough pub circuit and focus on the pivotal moment they found their soul by replacing their singer with Bon Scott, a charismatic driver whose street-poet lyrics and raw voi...

Every rock and roll legend has two stories: the one of global fame we all know, and the untold story of how they got there. "The First Set" is a music history podcast dedicated to that crucial first chapter. Each episode is a compelling narrative deep-dive into the raw and often turbulent beginnings of an iconic band. We go back to the garage rehearsals, the cramped tour vans, and the smoky back r...