AC/DC Ignites Dublin with Explosive Power Up Tour Finale, Capping Off Eight Years of Anticipation with a Legendary “Back in Black” Performance as the Iconic Hit Surpasses One Billion YouTube Views.
AC/DC brought the curtain down on the European leg of their Power Up Tour with a thunderous finale in Dublin that left fans in awe. After nearly a decade away from extended touring, the rock legends made up for lost time with a high-voltage set that featured their biggest anthems. Among the highlights was a blistering rendition of “Back in Black,” which earlier this year celebrated a major milestone—surpassing one billion views on YouTube.
Opening for the legendary group throughout the tour was none other than Taylor Momsen and The Pretty Reckless. A longtime admirer of AC/DC, Momsen has never shied away from crediting the band as a core influence. “You never catch AC/DC having an off night,” she once said. “Every show is full throttle, full commitment. There’s just no substitute.” The band’s presence felt like a natural fit for such an electrified and historic series of shows.
As reported by *Ultimate Classic Rock*, AC/DC maintained a consistent setlist throughout the European run, keeping things tight and focused. Dublin’s finale kicked off with a heavy-hitting one-two punch: “If You Want Blood (You’ve Got It)” followed immediately by “Back in Black.” That opening sent fans into a frenzy, and it didn’t stop there. They then rolled into “Demon Fire,” a standout from their 2020 *Power Up* album, showing the crowd that their newer material could pack just as much punch as their classics.
AC/DC Wraps First Major Tour in 8 Years with a Thunderous Mix of Timeless Hits and New Favorites
The band’s last major European tour took place in 2016 during the Rock or Bust era, a run that was marked by serious challenges—including Brian Johnson’s temporary departure due to hearing issues. That tour made headlines not just for the music but also for its drama, as the band brought in Axl Rose to cover lead vocals. It was a time of uncertainty, but the group pushed through with resilience.
When Johnson returned in 2020 with restored hearing and renewed energy for *Power Up*, fans rallied around the band in full force. Excitement exploded once the new tour was announced. Ticket demand was so intense that AC/DC managed to move a jaw-dropping 1.5 million tickets on the very first day. That level of anticipation made the European leg of the Power Up Tour feel more like a global event than just another tour stop.
The setlist spanned their massive catalog with precision and fire, clocking in at 21 songs that delivered nothing but pure rock fury. From start to finish, the crowd in Dublin was treated to an unrelenting barrage of classics. And when they reached the end, the encore was everything a fan could hope for: the explosive “T.N.T.” followed by the cannon-blasting anthem “For Those About to Rock (We Salute You).”
With every performance on this tour, AC/DC reminded the world exactly why they’ve remained at the top of the rock world for nearly five decades. From Angus Young’s trademark schoolboy strut to Johnson’s gritty vocals echoing through the night, the Dublin crowd got everything they came for and more. It was more than a concert—it was a defiant statement that rock and roll, in its purest form, still rules.
As the final fireworks burst above the stage and fans screamed into the night, one thing became crystal clear: this wasn’t just a tour stop, it was a piece of rock history. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or a newcomer just discovering the band’s power, Dublin’s finale served as a thunderous reminder that AC/DC is as fierce and unstoppable as ever.
