Explore every episode of the podcast The First Set

Our deep dive into AC/DC is a defining story for "The First Set," tracing the band’s origins from the working-class vision of brothers Malcolm and Angus Young in Australia. We explore their years grinding it out on the tough pub circuit and focus on the pivotal moment they found their soul by replacing their singer with Bon Scott, a charismatic driver whose street-poet lyrics and raw voice became their essential identity. The narrative follows their relentless climb, revealing how their first global smash, "Highway to Hell," wasn't a stroke of luck but the powerful culmination of six years of hard touring and an unwavering, high-voltage vision.

Every rock and roll legend has two stories: the one of global fame we all know, and the untold story of how they got there. "The First Set" is a music history podcast dedicated to that crucial first chapter.

Each episode is a compelling narrative deep-dive into the raw and often turbulent beginnings of an iconic band. We go back to the garage rehearsals, the cramped tour vans, and the smoky back rooms to explore the story before the story. The podcast focuses on the inner workings of these future legends—the personal chemistry, the creative clashes, the relentless ambition, and the sheer grit it took to get noticed.

Each episode traces a band's complete origin arc, from their individual aspirations and first meetings to the struggles and triumphs that culminated in the release of their first major hit song. "The First Set" isn't about the victory lap; it's about the grueling race to the starting line, offering a new appreciation for the legends you thought you knew. It's where legends begin.