It was originally conceived to mark what would have been the 50th birthday of Bon Scott, the band's previous lead vocalist who died of alcohol-related misadventure in 1980.

The album was originally released in 1997 with the CDs all packaged individually in jewel cases, complete with full artwork.

The original issue also features a poster, a backstage pass, keyring and a few other extras depending on the region.

When the album was reissued in 2003, it was packaged in a large digipak, similar to a longbox, which featured either four- or five-disc trays.

All versions of the box feature a large book full of liner notes and rare pictures of the band, mostly from before Scott's death.