AC/DC – Highway To Hell

Highway To Hell drum sheet music – a note-for-note accurate transcription of Phil Rudd's drum part on AC/DC's “Highway To Hell”, from the album Highway To Hell (1979). Every groove and fill is written out exactly as recorded, in a clean, print-ready PDF.

About Highway To Hell drum sheet music

“Highway To Hell” is the title track of AC/DC’s 1979 album, the last with singer Bon Scott. It is one of the most famous rock songs ever.

Phil Rudd plays a classic, driving rock groove – simple, powerful and perfect for beginners and cover bands.

A drum transcription taken from the original recording

The Highway To Hell drum transcription on this page is written from the original studio recording – not from a live version and not from a simplified arrangement. If you have been searching for Highway To Hell drum notes that actually match the record, this is the complete part, from the first bar to the last.

Song sections are clearly labelled, so you always know where you are, and the layout follows the song from start to finish. The PDF is professionally engraved, prints cleanly and reads just as well on an iPad or any other tablet.

Song facts

• Artist: AC/DC
• Album: Highway To Hell (1979)
• Drummer: Phil Rudd
• Style: hard rock

What you get

Here is what is included with Highway To Hell drum sheet music:

• The full song, transcribed note-for-note from the original recording
• Clearly labelled song sections
• Professionally engraved, print-ready PDF
• Instant download after purchase

How to practise Highway To Hell on drums

Once you have the Highway To Hell drum sheet music, here is a simple way to learn it:

1. Listen with the sheet music. Count the intro.
2. Practise the groove. Keep it steady.
3. Play with feel. Let it sit back.
4. Learn the fills. Slowly first, then in context.
5. Play with the record. Lock in with the guitars.
6. Record yourself. Check your time.

Why note-for-note sheet music?

Free versions of Highway To Hell drum notes online are often tabs typed out by ear, with missing fills and rhythms that don’t match the record. A proper transcription saves you hours of guessing: every part is checked against the original recording, the rhythms are exact, and the layout follows the song so you always know where you are.

Who is this sheet music for?

Highway To Hell drum sheet music suits beginners and cover bands.

About Phil Rudd

Phil Rudd is AC/DC’s long-time drummer.

More AC/DC drum sheet music

Want more than one song? The Beginner Rock Drum Sheet Music Starter Pack includes Highway To Hell together with other songs, at a lower price than buying them one by one. You can also get other AC/DC songs one by one: Back in Black, Thunderstruck, You Shook Me All Night Long and For Those About To Rock. See them all on the AC/DC drum sheet music page.

Frequently asked questions

Is this Highway To Hell drum sheet music the full song?

Yes. It is the full song, transcribed note-for-note from the original recording on Highway To Hell. Nothing is simplified.

Are these Highway To Hell drum tabs?

No – it is proper drum notation, which is more precise than tabs because it shows exactly when every note falls. If you are new to reading, it is easier than it looks – each drum and cymbal has its own place on the staff.

When do I get the PDF?

Straight away – the download link appears right after checkout and arrives in your inbox, so you can print it or open it on a tablet.

Is Highway To Hell good for beginners?

Yes – it is a simple, powerful groove.

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