Taylor Momsen recently shared her experience touring with AC/DC in an interview with Audacy Music. She provided insights into the warnings she received before joining the legendary rock band on tour and explained how the reality has exceeded her expectations.
The frontwoman of The Pretty Reckless talked about how the experience has been quite different from what she was advised by others in the industry.
“Honestly, it’s been incredible. I don’t have a bad thing to say about this entire experience,” Momsen said. “I mean, when we first announced that we were going out (with AC/DC), I got a lot of calls from industry people and friends going like, ‘This is going to be hard. AC/DC crowd is no joke, and be prepared to be booed off the stage.’”
She explained how AC/DC’s fanbase is known for their dedication to the headlining act. Her experience has been surprisingly positive.
“They’re kind of notorious for it because they do not care about the opener. They’re there for AC/DC. It’s an army of fans and it’s incredible to watch every night,” she continued.
“So, I was fully prepared for that, but we haven’t really experienced that. It’s been it’s been amazing.”
Momsen also expressed her admiration for AC/DC as both a performer and a fan.
“And just honestly though, as a fan, like getting to watch AC/DC every night is just the coolest thing in the world. And there’s no one like them,” she said. “I mean, I’ve we’ve toured with a lot of people. I’ve seen a lot of bands in my lifetime. Whether I’ve played with them or just whether I’ve played with them or just gone to shows, I’m a music fan. AC/DC is unlike anyone else. They invented this and it’s very clear. It’s just you’re schooled by AC/DC every night as to what rock and roll is and why it is what it is and it’s because of them.”
Momsen’s positive experience comes as part of AC/DC’s highly anticipated return to the touring circuit after several years away from major live performances.
The current tour is called the Power Up tour. The tour supports AC/DC’s 2020 album of the same name that was dedicated to the memory of their late co-founder Malcolm Young. The tour marks a significant comeback for the legendary Australian rock band, who had been relatively quiet on the live performance front in recent years.
