Album review: AC/DC return with Power Up, a comeback record that stands tall 

Death, legal issues and medical problems have dogged AC/DC in recent years, but Power Up is a stomping reminder of the sustained talents of the Aussie rockers 

 Power Up: Brian Johnson and Angus Young of AC/DC.

AC/DC’s reputation as one of rock’s most indestructible brands has been pummelled by a succession of wrecking balls, starting with the death in 2016 of rhythm guitarist Malcolm Young. 

That same year, singer Brian Johnson quit the group’s Rock Or Bust tour early after developing hearing difficulties (Axl Rose stepped in). Meanwhile, drummer Phil Rudd was arrested in New Zealand on charges of “attempting to procure a murder” in New Zealand. After 43 years and 16 albums, the roof was finally falling in.