AC/DC
Legendary Australian hard rock band renowned for their high-voltage performances and iconic riffs.
Formed in Sydney, Australia in 1973 by brothers Malcolm and Angus Young. Originally fronted by Bon Scott. Achieved global superstardom with Brian Johnson after Scott's death. Pioneers of hard rock and heavy metal. One of the best-selling bands of all time.
- The band's name 'AC/DC' was suggested by the Young brothers' sister after seeing the abbreviation 'AC/DC' (meaning Alternating Current/Direct Current) on a sewing machine. It symbolized raw energy and the band's powerful sound.
- Original lead singer Bon Scott died tragically on February 19, 1980, at age 33, due to acute alcohol poisoning after a night of heavy drinking in London. His death nearly ended the band.
- Defying expectations, AC/DC recruited Brian Johnson as Scott's replacement. Their first album with Johnson, 'Back in Black' (1980), recorded as a tribute to Scott, became one of the best-selling albums in music history.
- Guitarist Angus Young became famous for performing in a schoolboy uniform, a gimmick suggested by his sister. His frenetic stage presence, including the 'duck walk', became iconic.
- Founding rhythm guitarist and primary songwriter Malcolm Young retired in 2014 due to dementia and died on November 18, 2017. His nephew Stevie Young replaced him.
- The band faced controversy over alleged 'satanic' messages in their music, notably during the PMRC hearings in the 1980s. They maintained their lyrics were simply about rock and roll and having a good time.
