Red horns, loud guitars, and generations of fans!
Long before the lights dimmed inside the Alamodome, thousands of fans had already taken over the surrounding streets. Merch stands stayed busy throughout the afternoon, while long lines slowly wrapped around the stadium as people waited for the doors to open. It didn’t matter if you were seeing AC/DC for the first time or the tenth. Everyone seemed to share the same excitement. One thing immediately stood out once inside: the sea of glowing red devil horns. Everywhere you looked, the blinking lights filled the stadium and created one of those sights that instantly tells you this isn’t just another concert.
What made the crowd even more special was seeing entire families together. Parents who grew up with Back In Black and Highway To Hell were introducing those same songs to their kids, many of whom proudly wore oversized band shirts and tiny red horns of their own. Rock music has always been about passing songs from one generation to the next, and that was happening right in front of us.
When the house lights finally dropped after The Pretty Reckless wrapped their opening set, every conversation stopped. Thousands of people stood shoulder to shoulder waiting for one of the biggest names in rock history. It felt less like attending a concert and more like witnessing a band whose music has become part of everyday life for millions around the world.
THE PRETTY RECKLESS
Opening for a band like AC/DC isn’t an easy job, but The Pretty Reckless walked onto the stage looking completely comfortable with the challenge. From the opening notes of “Death by Rock and Roll,” Taylor Momsen immediately grabbed the attention of a crowd that had been filing into the stadium for hours. Her voice carried beautifully through the Alamodome, balancing grit and melody without ever sounding forced.
The band’s set moved at a steady pace, giving fans a solid mix of newer material and songs that longtime listeners were hoping to hear. “Since You’re Gone,” “Follow Me Down,” “Heaven Knows,” and “Going To Hell” all landed well, with pockets of the audience singing every lyric while others discovered the band for the first time. “For I Am Dead” added a darker, moodier moment before things picked right back up.
Musically, the group sounded incredibly tight. Guitar riffs stayed sharp, the rhythm section never lost momentum, and Momsen’s stage presence made even the massive stadium feel surprisingly personal. She didn’t rely on flashy production or constant talking between songs. Instead, she let the music speak for itself while confidently owning every corner of the stage.
By the time they closed with “About You,” they had done exactly what a great opening act should do. They warmed up the crowd without trying to overshadow the main event. Judging by the applause and the number of new fans walking away talking about their performance, The Pretty Reckless earned plenty of attention before one of the biggest rock bands in history took over.
AC/DC
POWER UP TOUR
The second AC/DC hit the stage, every red horn inside the Alamodome seemed to glow a little brighter. It was one of those moments where you stop taking photos for a second just to look around and appreciate the view. Thousands of fans were already singing before Brian Johnson reached the microphone, while Angus Young wasted no time running across the stage with the same schoolboy energy that has defined the band for decades.
Starting with “If You Want Blood (You’ve Got It),” the band immediately established the tone for the night. There was no slow build. Song after song arrived like a greatest-hits celebration. “Back In Black,” “Demon Fire,” and “Shot Down In Flames” kept the momentum going before the unmistakable opening riff of “Thunderstruck” sent another wave of cheers across the stadium. Hearing tens of thousands of people shout every word together reminded everyone just how timeless these songs have become.
The second half of the set somehow raised the bar again. “Hells Bells,” “Shot In The Dark,” and “Highway To Hell” had nearly every seat empty as fans stood, danced, and sang along. “You Shook Me All Night Long” felt like one giant singalong, while “Let There Be Rock” gave Angus Young the spotlight for an extended guitar solo that showed exactly why he remains one of rock’s greatest performers. The encore closed with “T.N.T.” before “For Those About To Rock (We Salute You)” ended the night with cannon blasts shaking the stadium. It was loud, joyful, and exactly what an AC/DC concert should be.
A Stadium Full of Red Horns
Long before AC/DC walked onto the stage, the Alamodome had already become part of the show. Everywhere you looked, fans wore glowing red devil horns, creating a sea of blinking lights across the stadium. It was one of those small traditions that somehow makes an arena feel connected. Kids wore them. Parents wore them. Lifelong fans who had seen the band decades ago stood beside teenagers experiencing AC/DC for the first time.
That sense of passing rock music from one generation to the next was impossible to ignore. Entire families sang every chorus together, proving these songs haven’t lost their place over the years. Watching a young fan scream the words to “Highway to Hell” or throw their fist into the air during “T.N.T.” felt just as meaningful as seeing longtime fans relive those moments all over again.
The night wasn’t only about nostalgia. It showed why AC/DC continues filling stadiums around the world. Their music still brings people together, regardless of age.
Five Decades of Rock & Roll!
Formed in Sydney, Australia, in 1973 by brothers Malcolm and Angus Young, AC/DC built its reputation one loud show at a time. Blending blues-based riffs with hard rock attitude, the band quickly became one of the biggest names in rock history.
Albums like Highway to Hell, Back in Black, and For Those About to Rock (We Salute You) turned them into global icons. Despite lineup changes and personal losses over the years, the band’s identity has remained the same. Simple riffs, unforgettable hooks, and a live show that puts the music first.
With Brian Johnson, Angus Young, Stevie Young, Chris Chaney, and Matt Laug, today’s lineup continues carrying that legacy while introducing these timeless songs to new audiences. More than fifty years after forming, AC/DC remains one of the few bands capable of making an entire stadium feel like one giant rock club.
