As we’ve mentioned here before, our very own Olivia Munn will be appearing in Jon Favreau’sIron Man 2. To add to the enormous success the film is sure to enjoy (the first one grossed an insane $585 million worldwide), it now appears the soundtrack will be huge as well.
The team behind Iron Man 2 has chosen to collaborate with the legendary AC/DC. The soundtrack, which will be released April 19 (three weeks before the film itself, oddly), will feature 15 of the Aussie howlers’ greatest tracks from 1976 to 2008. I have to admit I don’t exactly consider the band’s later work to be its best, but two of my all-time favorites will be included: “Back in Black” and “Highway to Hell.” Given that it’s unclear whether these will be originals or re-recordings, I’m not sure whether the soundtrack will be worth buying; new live cuts would definitely make it worth it!
This month, AC/DC filmed a video for “Shoot to Thrill” while performing the song live in Buenos Aires — the finished product will feature exclusive clips from Iron Man 2 and will be the first look at how well the film and the band fit together (and it’ll surely offer great footage for everyone desperate to get a peek at the movie).
