Grohl joins AC/DC for Highway To Hell at final Power Up show
The greatest rock stories often involve legendary friendships and dreams realized on stage. This was the case for Dave Grohl, who stepped out from the shadows of the Foo Fighters to join the iconic AC/DC for one of their definitive anthems.
The moment happened on Friday night, October 2nd, when the legendary Australian rock figure joined AC/DC on stage to perform their classic track, Highway To Hell, during the final date of their Power Up tour at New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium.
The atmosphere was electric, but the true magic lay in the unexpected collaboration. Midway through the set, AC/DC frontman Brian Johnson announced that Grohl had asked to join them for the performance. With the roar of the crowd as backdrop, Grohl emerged with his guitar to share the stage with Johnson, Angus Young, and the rest of the band.
This wasn’t just a spontaneous guest appearance; it was rooted in a deep connection to rock history. Grohl explained that the desire to join the band stemmed from a childhood fascination with rock and roll. He recalled watching the movie Let There Be Rock at age eleven, an experience that fundamentally shaped his lifelong passion.
“I didn’t know that rock’n’roll was sweat and blood and fucking tears and every ounce of energy you had,” Grohl shared, reflecting on that formative experience. He felt that seeing that film ignited a lifelong ambition, a dream he wanted to live out.
“I saw that movie, I was 11 years old, I said, ‘I want to do that for the rest of my fucking life.’ So here we are… I’m going to live my childhood dream again, tonight,” he explained, framing the moment as a realization of a deeply held personal desire.
The collaboration bridged generations of rock royalty. Grohl had previously shared the stage with AC/DC, stepping in for them during a previous show, describing the experience as “literally a dream come true.” This shared history added an extra layer of nostalgic weight to the performance.
The Power Up tour itself marked a significant milestone for AC/DC, culminating in this powerful final appearance. While the energy of the reunion was undeniable, the final moments saw the band acknowledge the end of an era, with Johnson telling the audience, “We love you, we have to say bye-bye now.”
Meanwhile, the Foo Fighters were also making waves, having recently released their twelfth album, Your Favorite Toy, and continuing to tour with a diverse lineup. Their recent performances, including dates with groups like Queens Of The Stone Age and at Anfield Stadium, demonstrated their enduring power to deliver raw, unforgettable live shows.
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