Taylor Momsen recently opened up about her experience touring with AC/DC. She shared insights about the warnings she received and how the tour has exceeded expectations in an interview with Audacy Music.
The Pretty Reckless frontwoman discussed the industry warnings she received before joining the legendary rock band on tour. She explained how the reality has been quite different.
“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.
Seat Unique reported that 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.
Kerrang! noted that the tour features shows planned across North America and Europe throughout 2025. This demonstrates the band’s commitment to reaching fans on both continents. The extensive touring schedule reflects AC/DC’s enduring popularity and their ability to draw massive crowds decades after their formation.
The Pretty Reckless has proven to be an ideal supporting act for AC/DC’s hard rock sound throughout this tour. Will to Rock revealed that the collaboration has taken both bands to major stadiums like the Rose Bowl in Pasadena. This showcases the scale and ambition of this touring partnership.
The tour will culminate with a major UK performance. Time Out confirmed that AC/DC is scheduled to perform at Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh on August 21, 2025. This collaboration highlights both the enduring legacy of AC/DC and the rising prominence of The Pretty Reckless in the contemporary rock scene.
