Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap

Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap is the third album on which AC/DC makes the most of thick riffs and fearless humor through Bon Scott’s delivery. The guitars of Angus and Malcolm Young build a simple, sturdy frame in each song, and Phil Rudd’s beat pushes forward without hesitation. The band’s bawdy, deeply human appeal is in full bloom. From the dangerous playfulness of the title track “Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap” and the comical “Big Balls” to the heavy “Problem Child” and the late-night blues of “Ride On,” roughness and delicacy coexist, while cuts like “Love at First Feel” and “Ain’t No Fun” let you fully enjoy Bon Scott’s particular delivery. Not overthinking rock and roll, it still inscribes a powerful character you can’t forget after one listen. Their particular wit and street-savvy rock and roll fuse beautifully. It is a fulfilling record that lets you fully savor the rough yet charming appeal of Bon Scott-era AC/DC.